Tax Manager

Tax Manager
Location: New York, NY (Hybrid) | Employment Type: Full-Time | Supervisory Role

A professional services firm is seeking an experienced Tax Manager to join its tax advisory practice supporting clients in the consumer-focused sector. This role leads tax compliance, planning, and consulting engagements while managing a team of tax professionals and serving as a key client advisor.

The position requires strong technical expertise in corporate and flow-through taxation, along with the ability to oversee complex engagements, guide staff development, and deliver strategic tax solutions aligned with client business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Tax Compliance & Technical Oversight

• Oversee preparation and review of federal, state, and local tax filings, with emphasis on corporate returns
• Ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with applicable tax regulations
• Maintain and supervise tax documentation and supporting workpapers
• Conduct technical research on complex tax matters and provide practical solutions

Tax Planning & Advisory Services

• Develop and implement tax strategies to optimize client tax positions
• Identify planning opportunities to reduce overall tax exposure
• Provide proactive advisory support tailored to industry-specific business models
• Communicate regulatory updates and their impact on client operations

Client Relationship Management

• Serve as primary point of contact for assigned clients
• Build and maintain strong advisory relationships with business owners and finance teams
• Translate complex tax concepts into clear, actionable guidance
• Understand client operations and align tax strategies with business goals

Leadership & Team Development

• Supervise, mentor, and develop junior and mid-level tax staff
• Review work product and provide technical guidance and feedback
• Support recruitment, training, and professional development initiatives
• Foster a collaborative and high-performance team environment

Operational & Project Management

• Manage engagement timelines, budgets, and deliverables
• Improve internal processes and workflow efficiency within tax engagements
• Participate in firm initiatives and knowledge-sharing efforts
• Stay current on evolving tax laws and regulatory changes affecting corporate and partnership structures

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Active CPA license required
• 5+ years of progressive tax experience in public accounting or advisory services
• Strong background in corporate and partnership taxation
• Experience working with clients in consumer-focused or product-based industries preferred
• Proven leadership and team management experience
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and client-facing abilities
• Proficiency with tax software and Microsoft Office Suite

Compensation

• Competitive salary range aligned with experience and qualifications

EOE:
We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. We strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), marital or familial status, age, physical or mental disability, perceived disability, citizenship status, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, height, weight, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Applications from members of minority groups and women are encouraged.

Pay:$140,000.00 - $180,000.00