Tax Manager — Lead Client Service & Tax Team Growth

Smith + Howard; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Smith and Howard in Chattanooga is seeking a Tax Manager to lead client engagements, oversee tax compliance, projections, and notices. You will supervise junior staff and collaborate with partners to deliver top-quality service.

Candidates should have a CPA, 7–12 years public accounting, supervisory experience, GAAP knowledge, and proficiency with Microsoft Office. Excellent communication and deadline-driven teamwork are essential for success at our growing regional firm.

Qualifications

• CPA license required
• Seven to twelve years of public accounting experience
• Minimum two years supervisory experience
• Knowledge of GAAP
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to multi-task with excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Must meet deadlines in fast-paced, team environment

Responsibilities

• Assist staff in handling routine questions and audits from federal or state agencies
• Act as primary client contact on assigned clients
• Provide clients with timely top-quality service by instilling a service commitment in associates and seniors while providing adequate direct supervision at all stages of the engagement
• Assist client by advising them of potential tax implications of business decisions and recommending alternate courses of action
• Successfully manage the planning, administration, and conclusion of client engagements
• Perform primary and secondary review of tax returns and written tax advice as appropriate
• Supervise preparation of tax workpapers
• Participate in billing discussions and lead billing activities for clients as appropriate
• Review tax law developments and determine which apply to clients
• Recognize potential tax technical issues; work with partners and others to resolve
• Directly supervise junior staff
• Conduct in-house training
• Assist with development of department policies and procedures

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Time management

Client service

GAAP knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Smith and Howard in Chattanooga is seeking a Tax Manager to lead client engagements, oversee tax compliance, projections, and notices. You will supervise junior staff and collaborate with partners to deliver top-quality service.

Candidates should have a CPA, 7–12 years public accounting, supervisory experience, GAAP knowledge, and proficiency with Microsoft Office. Excellent communication and deadline-driven teamwork are essential for success at our growing regional firm.