Tax Senior Manager - Public Accounting

Established CPA Firm Looking to Grow Their Team! Hybrid Schedule Generalist Tax Work

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Salary: $180,000 - $265,000 per year

A bit about us

We are a well-established, mid-sized public accounting and advisory firm with over 50 years of experience serving a diverse client base. With offices in NYC and Long Island, we provide comprehensive tax, assurance, and consulting services to high-net-worth individuals, privately held businesses, and organizations across a wide range of industries.

Why join us?

• Hybrid work schedule (typically 3 days in-office)
• Strong exposure to high-net-worth individuals and closely held businesses
• True generalist tax experience (not siloed or niche work)
• Opportunity to grow into tax planning and advisory work
• Collaborative, supportive team environment
• Direct access to leadership and mentorship
• Stable, long-tenured firm with strong reputation
• Competitive compensation and clear growth path

Job Details

The Tax Senior Manager plays a critical leadership role in overseeing complex tax engagements, managing key client relationships, and driving team performance. This position requires a balance of advanced technical expertise, strategic advisory capabilities, and strong leadership skills. You will work closely with firm leadership to deliver high-quality client outcomes while contributing to operational and growth initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Client Management & Advisory

• Lead multiple high-level tax engagements across corporate, partnership, and individual clients
• Deliver strategic tax planning and advisory services tailored to client needs
• Review complex federal, state, and local tax filings to ensure accuracy and compliance
• Identify tax-saving opportunities and provide forward-looking recommendations
• Serve as a primary advisor to clients, addressing complex issues and anticipating future needs

Leadership & Team Development

• Supervise and mentor managers and staff, fostering professional growth and accountability
• Oversee engagement planning, staffing, and budgeting to ensure efficient execution
• Provide ongoing coaching, feedback, and performance evaluations
• Promote a collaborative, high-performance team environment

Technical Oversight & Quality Control

• Maintain current knowledge of tax regulations and industry developments
• Perform detailed reviews of returns and supporting documentation
• Ensure adherence to internal quality standards and regulatory requirements
• Drive process improvements and support adoption of technology solutions

Firm Leadership & Growth Initiatives

• Contribute to recruiting, training, and strategic planning efforts
• Identify opportunities to expand client relationships and service offerings
• Participate in networking and business development activities
• Collaborate with leadership on departmental and firm-wide objectives

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field required
• Master's in Taxation or similar advanced degree preferred
• Active CPA license required
• 10 years of progressive public accounting experience
• 3 years in a leadership or senior management role
• Strong expertise in partnership, corporate, and individual taxation
• Experience with multi-state and consolidated tax filings
• In-depth knowledge of federal and state tax regulations

Technical Skills

• Proficiency with CCH Axcess (required)
• Experience with workflow and engagement tools (e.g., XCM, Engagement)
• Advanced Excel and data analysis skills

Core Competencies

• Strategic thinking and problem-solving ability
• Strong leadership and team development skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality

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