Tax Senior Manager

Doz; Carmel (IN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Dauby O'Connor & Zaleski, LLC (DOZ) is seeking an experienced Senior Tax Manager to lead complex tax engagements and mentor tax professionals in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. The ideal candidate will combine strong technical tax expertise with exceptional leadership and client-service skills.

The role includes supervising staff, reviewing returns, delegating tasks, and maintaining strong client relationships while delivering timely, accurate work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or equivalent.
• Active CPA license.
• 7+ years public accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of federal/state taxation.

Responsibilities

• Provide tax compliance services for partnerships and not-for-profits, including affordable housing and community development.
• Lead complex tax engagements and manage staff performance.
• Build and maintain client relationships with timely, high-quality service.
• Review federal and state tax returns prepared by staff at all levels.
• Research complex tax matters and communicate conclusions to clients and team.

Skills

Tax leadership

Client management

Tax research

Team mentoring

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting

Tools

CCH ProSystem fx

CCH Axcess

Job description

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

Dauby O'Connor & Zaleski, LLC (DOZ) is seeking an experienced Senior Tax Manager to join our team. In this role, you will work directly with clients, lead complex tax engagements, and manage and develop tax professionals in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

The ideal candidate combines strong technical tax expertise with exceptional leadership, communication, and client-service skills.

• Provide tax compliance services for partnerships and not-for-profit organizations within the affordable housing and community development industry.
• Provide tax compliance services for corporations and individuals across various industries.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships by delivering timely, responsive, and exceptional service that exceeds client expectations.
• Manage, develop, mentor, and support professional tax staff.
• Review federal and state tax returns prepared by team members at all levels.
• Delegate responsibilities effectively and monitor the progress and quality of tax engagements.
• Collaborate with other Senior Tax Managers, Principals, and Partners to manage workflow and support the development of tax personnel.
• Research complex federal and state tax matters, apply findings to client engagements, and communicate conclusions clearly to clients and internal team members.
• Maintain accountability for the timely delivery of accurate, high-quality work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting.
• Active CPA license.
• At least seven years of public accounting experience.
• Advanced technical knowledge of federal and state taxation, including strong tax research skills.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise, develop, and lead professional staff.
• Strong team-building, delegation, and workflow-management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong sense of ownership and commitment to providing high-quality client service.
• Ability to remain calm, organized, and solutions-focused in demanding situations.
• Flexibility and comfort working in a team-oriented, collaborative management environment.
• Proficiency with professional tax preparation software; experience with CCH ProSystem fx or CCH Axcess is preferred.
• Availability to work approximately 60-70 hours per week during peak tax season (January - April).