Tax Manager — Lead & Develop CPA Tax Team

Kemper CPA Group LLP; Merced (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Disability leave

Paid sick leave

Parental leave

401(k) plan

Profit-sharing

Health savings account

Flexible spending account

Professional development assistance

CPA Exam support

CPA Exam reimbursement

CPA Exam bonus program

Employee assistance program

Wellness program

Referral programs

Flexible schedule

Investment advice

Job summary

Kemper CPA Group LLP in Merced, California, seeks a Tax Manager with at least five years of supervisory tax experience in a regional or national public accounting setting. You will oversee tax engagements, coordinate staff, and maintain client relationships.

The role emphasizes preparing and reviewing returns, ensuring compliance, and guiding staff development. You will contribute to firm growth and participate in budgeting, while delivering high-quality service.

Qualifications

• CPA designation with a minimum of 5 years of tax supervisory experience in public accounting.
• Coordinate staff and client expectations by planning assignments, resolving issues, and communicating outcomes.
• Budget: produce and comprehend budget expectations for engagements and manage project and staff.
• Have technology skills to contribute to assignment completion.
• Communicate effectively with clients and staff in a professional manner.
• Work under time constraints.
• Demonstrate analytical skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and/or review federal, state, local and special tax returns by collecting, analyzing, and formatting financial information.
• Prepare and/or review financial statements, reports, and records.
• Maintain professional standards and stay current on tax developments.
• Contribute to firm success by promoting efficient engagement execution and strong client relationships.
• Promote the firm through professional, civic, or charitable involvement.
• Manage assigned book of business within budgeted revenue and realization expectations.
• Develop and coach staff.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Staff coordination

Budget management

Communication

Time management

Analytical skills

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Outlook

Attendance

Education

CPA designation

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Kemper CPA Group LLP in Merced, California, seeks a Tax Manager with at least five years of supervisory tax experience in a regional or national public accounting setting. You will oversee tax engagements, coordinate staff, and maintain client relationships.

The role emphasizes preparing and reviewing returns, ensuring compliance, and guiding staff development. You will contribute to firm growth and participate in budgeting, while delivering high-quality service.