Tax Manager x 2 - Shelton CT $150K

Distinct | North America; Shelton (CT); On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Profit sharing

Employer paid health insurance

Fridays off May–Sept

Paid time off

Business casual dress code

Career opportunities

Job summary

Distinct in Shelton, CT seeks a Tax Manager to oversee engagements for a boutique practice. You’ll manage complex returns (1040s, 1065s, 1120s, trusts, estates), build lasting client relationships, and mentor junior staff in a hands-on environment.

Two full-time, in-office roles with every Friday off May–September (subject to tax season), plus 401(k) with match, employer-paid health insurance, paid time off, and a business-casual dress code. CPA preferred; UltraTax experience helpful.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of public accounting tax experience.
• Experience preparing and reviewing complex tax returns.
• Strong client relationship and team management skills.
• CPA preferred.
• Experience with UltraTax would be useful, but isn't essential.
• Hands-on in a smaller firm environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage tax engagements and build client relationships.
• Review complex tax returns and mentor junior accountants.
• Collaborate with Partners and support team development.

Skills

Public accounting tax experience

Client relationship management

Mentoring junior staff

Education

CPA preferred

Tools

UltraTax

Job description

Tax Manager | $130K to $150K | Shelton, CT

2 Positions Available | Full Time | In Office

How does having every Friday off from May through September sound?

Not Friday afternoons. Not finishing at lunchtime. The entire Friday off. Every week.

And that's just 1 of the benefits.

Here's what else is on offer:

• $130,000 to $150,000 base salary
• 401(k) with employer match and profit sharing
• Employer paid health insurance
• Every Friday off from May through September, subject to tax season hours
• Paid time off
• Business casual dress code
• A supportive, established team with genuine career opportunities

Why are they hiring?

Simple. 2 longstanding Tax Managers are retiring, creating 2 opportunities within a well established boutique CPA firm.

It's a smaller, friendly practice offering tax and attest services, with a progressive approach to technology and AI.

You're not going to be another number in a huge department. You'll have your own clients, real responsibility and the opportunity to make a difference.

What will you be doing?

You'll manage tax engagements, build relationships with clients and help develop the team.

The work includes complex 1040s, 1065s, 1120s, 1120S, trusts, estates and gift tax returns, alongside tax planning for HNW individuals and business owners.

You'll also review work, mentor junior accountants and work directly with clients and Partners.

What are they looking for?

• 7+ years of public accounting tax experience
• Experience preparing and reviewing complex tax returns
• Strong client relationship and team management skills
• CPA preferred
• Experience with UltraTax would be useful, but isn't essential
• Someone who enjoys being hands on and working within a smaller firm

Location: Shelton, CT | In office

And yes, before you ask, those Fridays off really are full days off.