What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Tax Manager position at DropUp?
We are seeking an accomplished and strategic-minded Tax Senior Manager to join our leadership team. As a Tax Senior Manager you will have the unique opportunity to lead and shape our tax practice, foster client relationships, and drive the continued growth and success of our firm.
Key Responsibilities
- Strategic Leadership: Provide visionary leadership for the tax practice, developing and executing strategies to enhance tax quality, client satisfaction, and overall growth.
- Client Engagement: Build and maintain strong client relationships, serving as a trusted advisor for complex tax and financial matters. Collaborate with clients to understand their specific needs and provide expert tax guidance.
- Tax Oversight: Oversee a portfolio of complex tax engagements across diverse industries, ensuring that tax objectives are met with a focus on delivering exceptional value-added services.
- Team Development: Mentor, coach, and inspire tax teams, fostering a culture of excellence, professional development, and leadership. Provide guidance and support to team members to promote their growth and success.
- Technical Leadership: Serve as a technical leader within the firm, staying updated on evolving tax laws, regulations, and industry best practices. Offer innovative solutions for complex tax and financial challenges.
- Budget and Resource Management: Effectively manage tax engagement budgets, allocate resources, and optimize team performance to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
- Reporting and Communication: Prepare and present comprehensive tax reports to clients and firm leadership, summarizing findings, conclusions, and strategic recommendations. Communicate tax results and insights effectively to diverse stakeholders.
- Continuous Improvement: Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to tax methodologies, tools, and best practices. Lead or participate in training and knowledge-sharing programs to enhance the capabilities of the tax team.
- Regulatory Compliance: Ensure that all tax engagements are conducted in strict adherence to tax laws and regulations at federal, state, and local levels.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
- CPA certification is required.
- Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in tax accounting, with a successful track record of leadership and management within a CPA firm or public accounting setting.
- Comprehensive knowledge of federal, state, and local tax laws and regulations.
- Proficiency in data analysis and tax software tools.
- Exceptional leadership, strategic planning, and team collaboration skills.
- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex concepts clearly.
- Exceptional analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and attention to detail.
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and excel in a fast-paced environment.