Tax Manager

CFS

South Bend, IN

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$120,000–$150,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Software, Accounting Standards and Regulations, Analysis Skills, Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Communication Skills, Cross-Functional, Detail Oriented, Finance, Financial Operations, Financial Strategy, Leadership, Local Tax, Maintain Compliance, Mentoring, Mergers and Acquisitions, Microsoft Excel, Multitasking, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Public Accounting, Public/Media/Press/Analyst Relations, Reconciliation, Regulations, Relationship Management, Risk Management, State Tax, Strategic Planning, Tax Accounting, Tax Planning, Tax Regulations, Tax Reporting, Tax Software, Team Player, Time Management, Writing Skills
LOCATION
South Bend, IN
POSTED
Today

Tax Manager


Location: Fully Onsite
Salary: $120,000 – $150,000


Position Summary


We are seeking an experienced and strategic Tax Manager to join our team in a key leadership role. The ideal candidate will be a CPA with at least 10 years of progressive tax experience and a strong background in tax planning, compliance, and financial strategy. This position requires a creative and collaborative professional who can effectively communicate complex tax matters, build strong relationships across the organization, and identify opportunities to improve tax processes and minimize risk.


Responsibilities



  • Oversee and manage federal, state, and local tax compliance, ensuring accurate and timely filings.



  • Lead tax planning and strategy initiatives while identifying opportunities to optimize the organization's overall tax position.



  • Research and interpret changes in tax laws and regulations and communicate their impact to executive leadership and key stakeholders.



  • Partner with accounting, finance, and operational teams to ensure accurate tax reporting and compliance.



  • Manage relationships with external tax advisors, auditors, and regulatory agencies as needed.



  • Review tax provisions, reconciliations, and supporting schedules to ensure accuracy and compliance with applicable accounting standards.



  • Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency, strengthen internal controls, and improve tax reporting.



  • Support special projects, acquisitions, business initiatives, and other strategic activities from a tax perspective.



  • Provide mentorship and guidance to accounting and finance team members while promoting a collaborative, high-performance environment.




Requirements



  • CPA certification required.



  • Minimum 10 years of progressive tax experience, preferably with a combination of public accounting and private industry experience.



  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.



  • Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local tax regulations and compliance requirements.



  • Proven experience with tax planning, research, compliance, and tax strategy.



  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to clearly explain complex tax matters to both financial and non-financial audiences.



  • Creative, strategic thinker with the ability to identify innovative solutions to complex tax and business challenges.



  • Highly collaborative and able to build strong relationships with cross-functional teams and executive leadership.



  • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.



  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.



  • Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel and tax/accounting software systems.




Compensation



  • Base Salary: $120,000 – $150,000



  • Fully Onsite Position



  • Opportunity to play a key role in tax strategy, compliance, and business growth.


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About the Company

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CFS

Founded by CPA firms in 1994, Creative Financial Staffing has spent over 30 years helping job seekers and employers succeed. In fall 2025, we rebranded as CFS—a name that reflects our full range of expertise while staying true to the trusted company you know.

CFS is the industry’s leading employee-owned staffing firm, connecting top talent in accounting, finance, technology, and human resources. We provide skilled professionals on both a temporary and permanent basis across diverse industries, leveraging our extensive network to match the right people with the right opportunities.

Our dedication to excellence extends to our award-winning culture, recognized repeatedly for growth, recruiting, workplace environment, and employee support. Honors include Forbes’ “America’s Best Recruiting and Temporary Staffing Firms,” Staffing Industry Analysts’ top U.S. staffing rankings, FlexJobs’ Top 100 Companies for Remote and Hybrid Work, Top Workplaces USA, Newsweek’s Best Practices awards, and more.

COMPANY SIZE
500 to 999 employees
INDUSTRY
Financial Services
FOUNDED
1994
WEBSITE
http://www.cfstaffing.com/