Tax Manager

Tax Manager
Location: Livingston, NJ

Our client is looking to add an experienced Tax Manager with at least 5 years of relevant experience to their growing team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a collaborative, deadline-driven environment and is comfortable balancing multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage tax engagements while ensuring compliance with firm policies, professional standards, budgets, and timelines
• Review federal and state tax filings for individuals, corporations, partnerships, and other entities
• Develop and implement tax planning strategies to help clients maintain compliance and optimize tax positions
• Stay current on changes in tax laws and communicate updates to leadership and staff
• Supervise tax professionals to ensure accuracy and quality in completed returns
• Foster strong client relationships by delivering high-level tax planning and consulting services
• Provide guidance, training, and oversight to staff accountants, senior accountants, and managers
• Mentor and develop team members through project leadership and performance evaluations
• Conduct tax research and advise clients regarding the impact of tax regulations and legislation
• Address client questions and concerns promptly with professionalism and accuracy
• Support firm-wide initiatives and contribute leadership on internal projects
• Coordinate engagement schedules with clients and internal resources to ensure efficient workflow
• Recognize potential risks and opportunities for clients and communicate recommendations effectively

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Taxation, Finance, Business, or a related discipline
• Minimum of 5 years of experience overseeing individual and corporate tax compliance and reporting functions
• Demonstrated background in a senior tax or accounting capacity within public accounting
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to build client relationships
• Ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and work effectively within a team environment
• Active CPA license required
• Master’s degree in Taxation preferred