Tax Manager – High Net Worth

77 consultants; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tax consultancy in Atlanta seeks an experienced tax professional to oversee client engagements and manage complex tax returns for high-net-worth individuals. You will work closely with clients to identify tax optimization opportunities and build strategies that go beyond compliance. The ideal candidate will have a US CPA designation, at least 5 years of public accounting experience, and a strong understanding of estate tax regulations. This role offers a pathway to senior leadership positions.

Qualifications

• US CPA designation is required.
• 5+ years of experience in public accounting specializing in high-net-worth tax.
• Familiarity with high-net-worth individuals, trusts, and closely held entities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and scrutinize intricate tax returns for high-net-worth individuals.
• Advise on estate and gift tax planning and structure trusts.
• Guide clients through significant transactions such as mergers and acquisitions.

Skills

US CPA designation

Tax planning and advisory services

Knowledge of estate tax and wealth planning strategies

Experience with family office frameworks

Proficient in tax software

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting

Tools

CCH Axcess

Job description

In this position, you will assume full responsibility for client engagements from initial planning to final delivery, overseeing and scrutinizing intricate tax returns for high-net-worth individuals, trusts, and private entities.

Your role will involve direct collaboration with clients to comprehend their financial objectives, pinpoint tax optimization opportunities, and craft proactive strategies that extend beyond mere compliance.

Your responsibilities will encompass advising on estate and gift tax planning, structuring trusts, navigating investment-related tax implications, and developing comprehensive wealth management strategies.

You'll play a crucial role in guiding clients through significant transactions such as mergers, acquisitions, reorganizations, and liquidity events, ensuring that tax considerations are judiciously managed at every phase.

As the primary contact for clients, you will cultivate enduring relationships while mentoring junior staff and assessing their work for quality assurance. This role provides substantial exposure to complex technical matters and a defined pathway for advancement into senior leadership positions within the firm.

This opportunity is well-suited for seasoned tax professionals looking to deepen their expertise in private client services and transition into a more advisory-centric role.

Qualifications

• US CPA designation required
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting
• 5+ years of experience in public accounting specializing in high-net-worth tax
• Familiarity with high-net-worth individuals, trusts, and closely held entities
• In-depth understanding of estate, gift, and trust taxation regulations
• Expertise in IRC Sections 671–679 (Grantor Trust rules)
• Knowledge of estate tax and wealth planning strategies
• Experience with family office frameworks and private foundations
• Strong background in tax planning and advisory services
• Experience in reviewing complex tax returns
• Proficient in tax software (CCH Axcess or similar)