What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tax Manager position at MMA & Co., LLP?
About the Company - We are an established, growing public accounting and financial services firm in the northwestern and western suburbs of Chicago seeking a full-time tax manager to join our team. The ideal candidate is someone with management experience in public accounting, and has an affinity for client service and the ability to contribute to a team. We pride ourselves on being trusted business advisors to our clients. We do this by providing expert advice and leading-edge solutions with an unwavering commitment to prompt and personalized service. We understand that our clients are unique, and we tailor our approach and services accordingly.
About the Role - The tax manager will be responsible for preparing and reviewing corporate, partnership, and individual tax returns, financial statement compilations and reviews, serving as the primary contact for clients, helping business owners grow and enhance the value of their companies, supervising client engagements, and training and mentoring staff.
Although we operate on a hybrid schedule, this role will require full-time in-office work during the initial training and ramp-up period.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and review corporate, partnership and individual tax returns
- Prepare and review financial statement compilations and reviews
- Serve as primary contact for clients, working directly with them to help them meet their goals
- Help business owners grow and enhance the value of their companies
- Supervise, manage and schedule client engagements, bringing work to point of completion in accordance with deadlines and budgets
- Train and mentor senior accountants and other staff
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting
- Successful completion of the CPA or EA exam
- 5-7 years of experience if coming from a public accounting firm (minimum of 7 years required if not currently in public accounting)
- Understand the importance of complying with deadlines and schedules
- Adept at technology and accounting software; knowledge of Thomson Reuters CS Professional Suite a plus (UltraTax, Practice CS, Advance Flow, GoFileRoom)
- Knowledge of SurePrep and SafeSend Returns, a plus
- Excellent communication, organizational and analytical skills
- Ability to work well with a team and able to work independently
- Committed to professional development and willingness to contribute to the growth of the firm
Required Skills
- Be dedicated to providing personalized attention and service
- Be a proactive and strategic solution provider
- Be a relationship builder
- Be a collaborative team player
- Be trustworthy
- Be kind
Preferred Skills
Pay range and compensation package - Compensation is commensurate with experience. This full-time position offers choice of two different health insurance plans, dental and vision insurance, employer paid short-term and long-term disability insurance and life insurance, up to four weeks paid time off (PTO) your first full year, seven paid holidays and one floating holiday, support for continuing professional education (CPE) and the opportunity to contribute to a 401(k) with a matching employer contribution. Our office is family-friendly, offering opportunities for hybrid work, with flex-time schedules and summer hours available. The role offers variety and opportunity to progress within the firm and in the accounting profession. Mathieson, Moyski, Austin amp; Co. is deeply committed to our employees, our clients and the communities we serve. To learn more about how you might fit in as a valued member of our team, please contact Amanda Salinas at (630) 9841483 ext 483.
Salary : $120,000 - $140,000
