Tax Manager/Senior Tax Manager

Syntax Talent Solutions; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Syntax Talent Solutions, LLC in Raleigh, NC seeks an experienced Tax Manager or Senior Tax Manager to lead engagements from planning through review. You will own complex tax projects, ensure accurate compliance, and partner with senior leadership to optimise the tax position.

The role focuses on federal and multi-state tax, ASC 740 analysis, and mentoring junior staff while coordinating with external advisors and audits to drive sound financial decisions and long-term growth.

Qualifications

• Experience leading tax engagements end-to-end from planning to review.
• Strong background in federal and multi-state corporate tax and compliance.
• Proven ability to develop and coach tax staff in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with mergers, acquisitions, or significant transactions.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage tax engagements from planning through completion, ensuring quality, accuracy, and compliance.
• Review complex federal, state, and local tax returns, including entity-level filings and schedules.
• Develop and implement tax strategies that align with business objectives and growth.
• Oversee and review tax work prepared by junior staff, providing coaching and technical guidance.
• Coordinate and manage tax planning around projects, contracts, and transactions to minimise tax exposure.
• Monitor changes in tax legislation and advise management on implications for the business.
• Liaise with external advisors and tax authorities, handling inquiries and audits.
• Prepare and present clear tax analyses and recommendations to finance leadership.

Skills

Tax leadership

Engagement management

Multi-state tax

Mentoring staff

Tax strategy

Communication

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance

CPA license

Master's in Taxation preferred

Job description

Step into a key leadership role where your tax expertise directly shapes strategic decisions and supports the continued growth of a successful, project-driven business. This is a direct hire opportunity for an experienced Tax Manager or Senior Tax Manager who thrives in a dynamic environment and enjoys owning complex engagements from planning through review.

About the Role:

In this role, you will lead and manage tax engagements, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant tax reporting while optimising the company's overall tax position. You will oversee the full lifecycle of tax projects, from planning and execution through review, providing guidance to the team and partnering closely with senior leadership. Your work will have a direct impact on financial performance, risk management, and long-term planning.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage tax engagements from planning through completion, ensuring quality, accuracy, and compliance.
• Review complex federal, state, and local tax returns, including entity-level filings and related schedules.
• Develop and implement tax strategies that align with business objectives and support long-term growth.
• Oversee and review tax work prepared by junior staff, providing coaching, feedback, and technical guidance.
• Coordinate and manage tax planning around projects, contracts, and transactions to minimise tax exposure.
• Monitor changes in tax legislation and advise management on implications for the business.
• Liaise with external advisors and tax authorities as needed, handling inquiries, notices, and audits.
• Prepare and present clear tax analyses and recommendations to finance leadership and other stakeholders.

Key Requirements:

• Proven experience in a Tax Manager or Senior Tax Manager role, or equivalent leadership position in tax.
• Strong background in managing, reviewing, and planning multiple tax engagements simultaneously.
• Hands-on experience with federal and multi-state corporate tax compliance and planning.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop tax staff in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Strong technical tax knowledge with the ability to interpret and apply complex tax regulations.
• Excellent analytical, organisational, and communication skills, with a focus on accuracy and detail.
• Comfort working closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams on tax-related matters.
• Construction industry tax experience, including project-based accounting and related tax issues.
• Experience with pass-through entities, joint ventures, and multi-entity structures.
• Background in tax provision work and ASC 740-related analysis.
• Familiarity with tax technology tools and process improvement initiatives.
• Prior experience managing tax aspects of mergers, acquisitions, or significant transactions.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA license or CPA exam parts passed and actively pursuing full certification.
• Advanced tax coursework or a Master's in Taxation is preferred.
• Ongoing professional development in corporate and multi-state taxation is an advantage.