Tax Manager - CPA - Remote (TXMGR110012)

Res Consultant Group / Recruiting Edge Staffing; United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote role

Flexible remote schedule

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Res Consultant Group / Recruiting Edge Staffing's CPA firm client seeks a Remote Tax Manager to oversee tax compliance, manage client portfolios, and lead professional staff to deliver advisory and preparation services.

The Tax Manager reviews complex federal and state returns, provides year‑round planning and strategic counsel, mentors staff, drives workflow, and delivers technical research to resolve issues and support leadership decisions.

Qualifications

• CPA license required (active).
• Bachelor's in Accounting; MST or MBA is a strong plus.
• 5–8+ years of progressive tax experience in public accounting.

Responsibilities

• Review complex federal/state returns with accuracy and tax-saving opportunities.
• Serve as primary point of contact for key clients with year-round planning.
• Train and mentor senior and staff accountants; manage team.
• Manage workflow, deadlines, and budgets for the tax department.
• Conduct advanced tax research using modern tools.

Skills

Leadership

Client relationship management

Communication

Tax knowledge

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Master of Science in Taxation (MST) or MBA (strong plus)

Tools

Tax software

Job description

Our CPA firm client is seeking a Remote Tax Manager to oversees tax compliance, manage client portfolios, and lead professional staff to deliver exceptional advisory and preparation services. The Tax Manager oversees the firm's tax compliance and planning function, manages tax filings, research, and audits while advising leadership on the tax implications of business decisions. You will act as a technical resource, review complex returns (corporate, partnership, individual, trust, non-profit and gift tax), and drive proactive tax planning.

Job Description

• Review and Compliance: Review complex federal and state tax returns with a focus on accuracy, compliance, and identifying tax-saving opportunities
• Client Advisory: Serve as the primary point of contact for key clients, offering year-round tax planning, strategic consulting, and proactive communication
• Team Leadership: Train, mentor, and delegate work to senior and staff accountants, fostering a positive and collaborative team environment
• Project Management: Manage workflow, deadlines, and budgets for the tax department during peak seasons and throughout the year
• Technical Research: Resolve complex tax issues and conduct advanced research using modern tax automation tools

Requirements

• Certification: Active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license required
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting; Master of Science in Taxation (MST) or MBA is a strong plus.
• Experience: 5 to 8+ years of progressive tax experience within a public accounting firm
• Technical Skills: Deep knowledge of current tax laws, multi-jurisdictional compliance, and proficiency with tax preparation and research software.
• Soft Skills: Superior verbal and written communication skills, exceptional critical thinking, and proven client-relationship management abilities

Additional Information

Benefits

• Fully remote role; flexible remote work schedule
• Growing firm - opportunity for learning and career growth
• Salary commensurate with experience