This is a great opportunity to join a respected, mid-sized public accounting firm in the Hartford County, CT area, known for investing in people rather than treating them as replaceable. The firm intentionally stays smaller and more personal than a national practice, giving its leaders real influence over how the department is run and how clients are served. Team members describe an open, approachable culture where work-life balance is taken seriously once the spring rush ends.
Job Summary
We're looking to add a Tax Manager to lead engagements, mentor rising talent, and deepen client relationships within its tax practice. You'll partner closely with firm leadership and other partners across a flexible team structure, with real say in how work and people are managed rather than being boxed into a single fixed pod.
Responsibilities
Review complex tax returns for businesses and individuals
Partner with clients on tax planning strategies
Advise clients on business matters and general retirement planning
Coach, train, and evaluate Seniors and staff
Manage a portfolio of client relationships and keep engagements on schedule
Work with firm leadership on staffing decisions and workflow planning
Qualifications
7+ years of tax experience within a public accounting firm with active CPA
A track record of career stability rather than frequent job changes
Strong leadership presence and a strong work ethic
Demonstrated ability to deliver high level planning, consulting, and technical guidance to clients
Sharp problem-solving skills and good judgment under deadline pressure
Comfortable with tax software and MS Office
Adaptable and professional working across partners, managers, and staff in a flexible team structure
What We Offer
One true busy season: wraps up by April 15 each year instead of multiple heavy cycles spread across the calendar
Your Fridays back: half day Fridays outside of tax season bring the average work week down to about 36 hours
Flexibility that actually works: a hybrid schedule built around 3 to 4 days in the office
Reviews that keep pace with you: a structured mentor program feeds directly into performance reviews, now completed earlier in the year so feedback lands close to busy season
A team that feels like one: an open door culture with partners, plus regular happy hours and team outings
Real influence, real impact: help shape a growing tax practice and develop its next wave of leaders, without the rigid charge-hour pressure of a national firm
Bonus potential: eligible for an annual performance bonus on top of base salary
Well-rounded benefits: paid time off and holidays, company paid life and disability coverage, health insurance, support for continuing education, and a 401(k) with match
Numbers & Facts
Location
Glastonbury, Connecticut
Skills
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)unmatched
Coachingunmatched
Customer Relationsunmatched
Leadershipunmatched
Mentoringunmatched
Microsoft Officeunmatched
Performance Reviewsunmatched
Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
Public Accountingunmatched
Retirement Planningunmatched
Strategic Planningunmatched
Tax Accountingunmatched
Tax Planningunmatched
Tax Returnsunmatched
Tax Softwareunmatched
Technical Consultingunmatched
Technical Leadershipunmatched
Time Managementunmatched
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