What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tax Manager position at Altman, Rogers & Co?
Altman, Rogers & Co., Alaska’s largest locally-owned CPA firm, is seeking a talented and experienced Tax Manager. Enjoy the benefits of a large firm while experiencing the personal touch of a small office environment. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive culture that prioritizes work/life balance, ensuring our staff can thrive both professionally and personally.
Join a Workplace that Values You!
We’re proud to be recognized as the Best Place to Work and Best Accounting Firm for six consecutive years by Best of Alaska Business, alongside our Great Place to Work certification for four years. Here’s what makes our culture exceptional:
- Work-Life Balance: We prioritize staffing which allows employees to work manageable hours (even during busy season) preventing burnout. To show appreciation, we offer half-day Fridays in the summer, with the option for full-day Fridays based on yearly hours.
- Firm Culture: We foster a vibrant workplace where everyone enjoys coming to work. Our employee-led workgroups address areas for improvement, such as bonus structures and DEI initiatives. We also host monthly morale events—fun, voluntary activities like cooking classes or rock climbing that promote camaraderie across departments.
- Supportive Leadership: Our leadership team is hands-on and genuinely cares about employees. With an open-door policy, we create a supportive environment where everyone feels comfortable asking questions and learning.
- Community Involvement: We believe in giving back. Our team volunteers for initiatives like the Special Olympics and city-wide clean-ups, and many employees serve on boards for organizations they’re passionate about.
We also offer traditional benefits:
- 5 weeks of PTO
- Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
- Life AD&D
- Supplementary Insurance options
- Retirement
- 4 weeks of parental leave
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Other duties may be assigned, as necessary.
The Tax Manager will be responsible for managing a team of tax and accounting staff. This position will require the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines, communicate to clients and staff effectively, and bring sufficient tax knowledge to the team. The right candidate must have a current CPA license, minimum 5 years of public accounting experience with prior tax experience.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
REQUIRED SKILLS
• Review and manage staff deliverables including tax returns, extensions, tax planning calculations, and write-up work for all entity types (C Corp, S Corp, Partnerships, Fiduciaries, Non-Profit, gift)
• Review write-up work for corporations, non-profits, partnerships, and individuals, including work papers, adjusting entries, bank reconciliations, payroll, and client books and records.
• Manage and monitor client deliverables and deadlines.
• Respond to IRS and state agency inquiries and tax notices. Communicate with IRS and clients in connection with said inquiries and tax notices.
• Communicate directly with existing clients, firm staff (including those in other locations), management, and IRS representatives regarding various tax matters.
• Assist with business development efforts, including but not limited to, meeting with prospective clients, preparing fee quotes and proposals, evaluating client needs, and being involved in relationship- building in the community.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills
• Self-directed; able to work with minimal supervision
• Management and prioritization of multiple and competing tasks and deadlines
• Detail-oriented and organized
• Proactive and effective communicator
SUPERVISORY RELATIONSHIP
• Reports to Tax Partner
• Manages Tax Team
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Hours: Monday- Friday, 8:00 AM- 5:00 PM. Overtime may be required at times.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Altman, Rogers & Co. is an equal-opportunity employer. All applicants will be given equal consideration regarding of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. If necessary reasonable accommodation will be provided.
Salary : $120,000 - $140,000
