Tax Manager (Hybrid)

NorthPoint Search Group; Wilmington (DE); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Total rewards package

Job summary

NorthPoint Search Group is seeking a Tax Manager in Wilmington, DE on a hybrid schedule (2-3 days in office). The role oversees multiple engagements, leads tax planning, consulting and compliance, and mentors staff while maintaining strong client relationships.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance, a CPA, 5+ years of public accounting tax experience, and deep knowledge of IRS and state tax regulations. Strong communication and deadline management are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• Active CPA license required.
• 5+ years of recent public accounting tax experience.
• Strong knowledge of IRS regulations and tax authority standards.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with tight deadlines.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of tax engagements, delivering strategic planning, consulting, and compliance solutions.
• Prepare and review complex tax returns for various entities including high-net-worth individuals, C‑corporations, S‑corporations, partnerships, estates, trusts, and nonprofits.
• Review team work products for accuracy and adherence to budgets.
• Collaborate with managers and partners to maintain and grow client relationships.
• Mentor, coach, and develop tax staff at multiple levels.
• Resolve technical tax issues and respond to IRS/state tax authority requests.
• Ensure timely completion of all client deliverables.
• Identify additional client needs and recommend firm services.

Skills

Tax planning

Client relationship management

Leadership

Mentoring staff

IRS/state tax authorities

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA license

Tools

Tax software

Job description

Tax Manager - Wilmington, DE (Hybrid)

Who

An experienced tax professional with strong technical expertise and the ability to manage complex, multi-entity client engagements.

What

Lead tax planning, consulting, and compliance work while mentoring staff and maintaining strong client relationships.

When

Hiring immediately to support the growing Wilmington, DE market.

Where

Wilmington, Delaware on a hybrid schedule (2-3 days per week in office).

Why

To enhance a thriving tax practice with a leader who brings innovation, client-service excellence, and deep technical knowledge.

Office Environment

Collaborative, fast-paced, supportive, and centered on integrity, teamwork, and professional growth.

Salary

Competitive compensation supported by a comprehensive total rewards and benefits package.

Position Overview

The Tax Manager will oversee multiple engagements, prepare and review complex tax returns across a variety of entities, resolve technical tax issues, and provide proactive tax planning while developing tax staff and strengthening client relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of tax engagements, delivering strategic planning, consulting, and compliance solutions.
• Prepare and review complex tax returns for high-net-worth individuals, C-corporations, S-corporations, partnerships, estates, trusts, and nonprofit organizations.
• Review team work products for accuracy, completeness, and adherence to budgets.
• Collaborate with managers and partners to maintain and grow client relationships.
• Mentor, coach, and develop tax staff at multiple levels.
• Resolve technical tax issues and respond to requests from IRS and state tax authorities.
• Ensure timely completion of all client deliverables.
• Identify additional client needs and recommend relevant firm services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Active CPA license required.
• 5+ years of recent public accounting tax experience.
• Strong knowledge of IRS regulations and tax authority standards.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with tight deadlines.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality work.
• Proficiency with tax software and strong overall technical skills.