Tax Manager
Location: Atlanta, GA (Hybrid)
Compensation: $125,000 - $155,000 base salary plus benefits
About the Role
We are a growing, entrepreneurial CPA firm in Atlanta, Georgia, looking for a Tax Manager to oversee a varied client portfolio, mentor a dedicated tax team, and deliver proactive tax advisory services. You will get hands-on exposure to a wide spectrum of complex tax returns without the rigid bureaucracy of a large firm, backed by a hybrid work model and a clear path to advancement.
Why You'll Love Working Here
- Balanced hybrid schedule blending in-office collaboration in Atlanta with remote work flexibility, plus schedule freedom outside of peak tax deadlines.
- Broad technical variety across corporate, pass-through, individual, and fiduciary returns so you are never siloed into a single niche.
- Direct collaboration with approachable partners who value your input and offer a transparent trajectory toward senior leadership.
- Manageable workloads and supportive team dynamics designed for long-term sustainability.
What You'll Do
- Manage and review a broad range of complex federal, Georgia, and multi-state tax returns, including partnerships, S-corporations, C-corporations, high-net-worth individuals, trusts, and estates.
- Serve as a primary technical advisor for clients, identifying tax-saving opportunities, structuring strategies, and year-round business solutions.
- Research federal, state, and multi-state tax regulations and nexus rules, translating technical findings into clear, practical advice.
- Lead, coach, and review a team of tax seniors and associates, providing constructive feedback and supporting their technical growth.
- Oversee client workflows, deadlines, budgets, and realizations to ensure high-quality, timely deliverables.
- Build strong client relationships, spot opportunities for expanded advisory services, and participate in firm growth initiatives.
What You Need
- 5+ years of progressive tax compliance and planning experience in a CPA firm environment, including proven experience reviewing diverse return types and supervising staff.
- Active CPA license (or Enrolled Agent credential) and a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Taxation, or a related field.
- Strong command of entity taxation (1065, 1120-S, 1120), high-net-worth individual returns (1040), and multi-state compliance.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills with a collaborative, client-first mindset.
Nice to Have
- Experience working with closely-held businesses, real estate, professional services, or high-net-worth family groups.
- Proficiency with modern tax and research platforms such as CCH Axcess, UltraTax, GoSystem, or Checkpoint.
- Familiarity with Georgia state and local tax nuances.
Pay and Benefits
- Base salary of $125,000 to $155,000 per year, commensurate with experience.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching.
- Generous paid time off (PTO) policy and paid firm holidays.
- Firm-paid continuing professional education (CPE) courses and license renewals.
Benefits
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