Tax Manager

An established CPA firm, offering a blend of expertise and personalized service to business owners, executives and independent professionals is in need of a Senior Tax Manager to join their team. Office in Newark, NJ.

Job Description

• Assume responsibility for planning, supervising, and completing engagements.
• Review tax returns prepared by other staff.
• Plan the timing and assigning of staff to engagements.
• Review engagement documentation, resolve any technical problems, and keep the partner informed of all developments in the engagement.
• Prepare client billings, as requested by partners.
• Evaluate the performance of staff & senior accountants.
• Develop new client contacts and relationships beneficial to the firm
• Market the firm as much as possible, by volunteering, public speaking, etc.
• Assist in administrative functions, as assigned by the partners.
• Recognize opportunities to provide additional services to existing clients.
• Senior Mangers/Managers usually will be head of departments as assigned by the partners and will be responsible for their department.
• Ensure that the firm’s policies & procedures are followed.
• Understand the economics of an engagement, including going over budget and making a profit on engagements.

Requirements

• 10+ years experience working in public accounting / CPA firm (REQUIRED)
• Active CPA license REQUIRED
• 10+ year of tax management experience
• Lead Tax Team. Supervisory or management of staff to include performance reviews
• 100% review of tax returns prepared by other staff. Must be comfortable reviewing as the last sign off.
• Ability to plan, supervise, budget, bill and complete tax engagements
• Ability to market the firm through business development efforts and cross-selling of firm services
• Exceptional client service along with the ability to develop excellent client relationships
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
• Analytical skills with detail orientation
• BA in Accounting or MA in Taxation

Benefits

• 401 k w/ 3% Safe harbor match. 
• Profit Sharing
• Health insurance Vacation
• Personal Days
• Major Holidays Off

If you feel you have the necessary qualifications to perform this job, please forward a current copy of your resume and state your salary requirements.