What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Tax Manager position at Smith Arnold Partners?
Are you a tax professional ready to step into a leadership role? Do you enjoy managing complex tax projects while building strong client relationships? If you’re looking to make an impact at a growing CPA firm, we want to hear from you!
Why You’ll Love Working Here:
- Competitive compensation with performance bonuses.
- Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and retirement plans.
- Opportunities for career advancement and leadership roles.
- A supportive and collaborative work environment that values work-life balance.
Title: Tax Manager
Location: Danbury, CT (Hybrid)
Potential Compensation: $130,000 – $175,000
What You’ll Do:
- Lead the preparation and review of complex tax returns for corporate, partnership, and individual clients.
- Provide strategic tax planning and consulting services to clients, identifying opportunities for tax savings.
- Conduct detailed tax research and ensure compliance with IRS guidelines and accounting principles.
- Manage client relationships, acting as the primary point of contact and delivering top-tier service.
- Collaborate with IRS and state tax agencies, handling inquiries and tax-related matters.
- Oversee multiple client projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and meeting budget targets.
- Train and mentor junior associates, guiding their professional development.
- Participate in tax audits and assist with audit defense.
- Take an active role in business development by upselling firm services and identifying growth opportunities.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting or Taxation.
- A minimum of 6 years of tax experience, preferably in a CPA firm.
- Expertise in preparing and reviewing various tax filings (S-Corp, partnership, trust, individual).
- Strong proficiency with tax software (ProSystems FX and QuickBooks a plus) and Microsoft Excel.
- Exceptional organizational and time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines.
- Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to manage a team and client expectations.
- Ability to work overtime during tax season (January-April 15) and occasional overtime throughout the year.
Preferred Qualifications:
- CPA certification or active CPA candidate.
- Prior experience in managing tax audits and consulting on tax strategy.
Salary : $130,000 - $170,000
