Tax Manager, Dealer Services

Ascend; Lebanon (NH); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited PTO

Health, Vision, Dental insurance options

401(K) and match

Flexible/Hybrid work schedule

Performance bonus

Annual Community Day

Job summary

A modern accounting firm is seeking a talented Tax Manager to lead tax engagements for auto dealership and other industry clients. This role involves mentoring staff, building client relationships, and offers significant growth opportunities with the flexibility to work remotely or from the Lebanon, NH office. Candidates should have 7+ years of tax experience and be an active CPA or EA. Attractive perks include unlimited PTO, health benefits, and flexible schedules.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience preparing and reviewing corporate and individual income tax returns.
• Active CPA or EA.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a strong portfolio of auto dealership clients.
• Mentor, train, and develop staff members.
• Build client relationships and serve as a trusted advisor.

Skills

Teamwork

Technical accounting knowledge

Attention to detail

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field

Tools

CCH Axcess Tax

Knowledge Coach

Job description

About the Company

Ascend is a modern platform built to empower regional accounting firms, giving them access to large‑firm resources while maintaining independence. TSS Advisors, founded in 1986 in the Upper Connecticut River Valley, is the partner firm that has partnered with Ascend to offer clients a full range of accounting, tax, and advisory services. The firm combines deep industry knowledge with innovative technology, a catalytic leadership system, shared back‑office services, and modern equity incentives.

The Role

We are seeking a talented and motivated Tax Manager to lead tax engagements for auto dealership and other for‑profit industry clients. The ideal candidate is self‑motivated, entrepreneurial, enjoys teamwork, and has strong technical accounting and tax knowledge. The role offers significant growth opportunities within the firm and direct work with business owners and their financial teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a strong portfolio of auto dealership clients, in addition to engagements across other industries.
• Occasional travel to auto dealership industry conferences across the U.S. (typically 3 per year).
• Provide review support for federal, state, and multi‑state individual tax returns for corporate business owners and high‑net‑worth individuals.
• Build client relationships and serve as a trusted advisor to deliver superior client services.
• Identify opportunities for value‑added services and potential cross‑selling of firm services to existing clients.
• Mentor, train, and develop staff members with exemplary leadership skills.
• Support partner team in practice development, including attending conferences, networking events, and training and speaking engagements.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience preparing and reviewing corporate and individual income tax returns.
• Active CPA or EA.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• Proficiency in project management, including scheduling, budgeting, client correspondence, and research.
• Strong attention to detail and integrity within a professional environment.

Preferences

• Experience with CCH Axcess Tax and Knowledge Coach.
• Familiarity with the automotive retail industry.

Location

The position can be based out of our Lebanon, NH office or conducted remotely.

What We Offer

• Unlimited PTO.
• Health, Vision, Dental, and voluntary insurance options.
• 401(K) and match.
• Flexible/Hybrid work schedule.
• Performance bonus.
• Annual Community Day + additional 8 community hours.
• Holiday donation drives and charity initiatives.
• Monthly casual gatherings, annual summer get‑together, and annual holiday party locally.
• Annual firmwide alignment.
• Commitment to professional development.
• Equity Program eligibility at senior manager level for top‑performing managers.

How to Apply

• Basic contact information.
• Resume/CV and optional cover letter upload.
• Work eligibility and compensation information.
• Voluntary demographic & self‑ID questions.

At Ascend, we provide a fair and equal employment opportunity for all candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic. Ascend hires and promotes individuals solely based on qualifications for the position to be filled and business needs.