Tax Manager — Own Your Book & Lead Client Relationships

Chawla And Chawla PC; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 125,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Free food & snacks

Opportunity for advancement

Signing bonus

Training & development

Vision insurance

Wellness resources

Job summary

Chawla & Chawla PC, Gaithersburg, MD, is seeking a Tax Manager (Public Accounting) to own a book of business and lead engagements end-to-end in an in-office role. You will oversee federal and state returns, manage engagement economics, and mentor staff within a growing practice.

We value professionals who can drive automation, improve workflows with AI, and expand advisory services. US work authorization is required; relocation considerations may apply for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field.
• 5 to 7 years of public accounting tax experience, with 1 to 2 years in a review or supervisory capacity.
• Deep hands-on experience across individual and business tax, including pass-throughs and multi-state.
• Strong foundation in U.S. tax compliance and GAAP; comfort forming and defending technical positions.
• Proven ability to develop staff: giving feedback, delegating effectively, and raising the bar.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple engagements and deadlines.
• Clear, direct communication with clients, staff, and partners.
• US work authorization is required. H‑1B sponsorship is considered for the right long-term fit.

Responsibilities

• Own a portfolio of clients as the primary day-to-day relationship manager.
• Serve as the technical reviewer and final sign-off on federal and state returns across multiple entity types.
• Manage engagement scope, budgets, timelines, and realization; identify scope changes.
• Lead IRS and state controversy matters, including notices and audits.
• Identify tax planning opportunities and deliver proactive advisory work.
• Research and form defensible positions on complex tax issues.
• Partner with other Managers, Directors, and Partners on engagements and cross-service lines.
• Drive process improvements, automation, and AI-assisted initiatives.
• Support business development: referrals, scoping new work, and proposals.
• Stay current on tax law, accounting standards, and best practices.

Skills

Client relations

Staff development

Communication

Project management

Detail oriented

Automation interest

Education

Accounting degree

Job description

Chawla & Chawla PC, Gaithersburg, MD, is seeking a Tax Manager (Public Accounting) to own a book of business and lead engagements end-to-end in an in-office role. You will oversee federal and state returns, manage engagement economics, and mentor staff within a growing practice.

We value professionals who can drive automation, improve workflows with AI, and expand advisory services. US work authorization is required; relocation considerations may apply for the right candidate.