Brighton Jones

Tax Manager - Dallas

Brighton Jones$90K — $130K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting and CPA required
  • 4+ years of complex individual income tax return compliance experience
  • Strong knowledge of estate, gift, trust, and partnership taxation
  • Hands-on experience with tax software like CCH Axcess Tax and BNA Tax Planner preferred
  • Excellent research skills, particularly related to the Internal Revenue Code
  • Strong computer skills with proficiency in MS Office and tax research tools
  • Ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines

Responsibilities

  • Lead the tax client service team for compliance and planning
  • Final review and sign-off of various tax returns for individuals and entities
  • Oversee tax projections and manage tax audits for clients
  • Support the advisory team in tax planning functions
  • Provide client assistance and attend meetings as necessary
  • Conduct technical tax research to support client needs

Benefits

  • 100% paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees
  • 401(k) with 100% match up to 3% of compensation
  • Unlimited Volunteer Time Off plus matching grants
  • Minimum of 3 weeks PTO starting from Day 1
  • 100% reimbursement for required training and certifications
  • Paid parental leave of up to 13 weeks
  • Employee-led social and community engagement activities
Full Job Description
We are looking for a passionate and talented Tax Manager who enjoys developing and maintaining lasting relationships with our clients. We really get to know our clients, have a deep understanding of their personal and business goals, and provide high-quality tax and planning advice using a consultative and comprehensive approach.

A significant portion of the Tax Services practice consists of managing the tax compliance process for our clients' individual income tax, trust, and gift tax returns. This position is responsible for overseeing a portion of the Tax Services group in the preparation and planning process for the firm's clients.

Your Role:

  • Lead tax client service team for compliance and tax planning for some of the firm's clients
  • Final review and sign off of tax returns (federal & state returns for individuals, corporations, partnerships, trusts and estates)
  • Oversee tax projections and tax audits for clients
  • Support the advisory team in tax planning related functions
  • Assist clients by phone support and attend client meetings
  • Conduct technical research as needed


Your Experience:

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting and CPA required; Masters in Taxation or JD preferred
  • 4+ years of complicated individual income tax return compliance required; estate, gift, trust and partnership experience also required
  • Working knowledge of data collection, data analysis and evaluation
  • Strong computer skills (Windows, MSFT Office, Excel, Adobe Acrobat) and the ability to learn and adapt quickly to new software systems (Salesforce, etc.) and tax research tools (BNA Portfolios and RIA Checkpoint)
  • Experience with CCH Axcess Tax, BNA Tax Planner preferred
  • Strong research skills and knowledge in tax related areas and understanding of the workings of the Internal Revenue Code, Regulations and other tax pronouncements
  • Able to manage heavy workloads and projects, many on a time sensitive basis
  • Excellent oral communication skills, with an ability to interact with a tight-knit team of firm professionals with a range of tax knowledge
  • Highly motivated with ability to function well in a fast-paced environment with continued growth and development
  • This role is an in-office, full-time, and exempt position. We are a work from office culture with a lot of flexibility.


Compensation:

  • Pay: Competitive annual salary.
  • Variable Compensation: Eligible for discretionary year-end profit sharing, Restricted Equity Units granted at hire, and an expedited opportunity to convert to Partner status at vest.


Ownership & Financial Wellbeing
  • Fully paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees
  • 401(k) with 100% match up to 3% of annual compensation
  • Equity ownership opportunities for every employee
  • New Business Incentive Program
  • Generous employee referral bonus
  • Cell phone data reimbursement
  • Financial planning services discount for employees and immediate family members


Time & Flexibility
  • Minimum 3 weeks PTO starting Day 1
  • Winter Break, Summer Friday flex-days, and 10 paid holidays
  • Unlimited Volunteer Time Off plus company grant matching
  • Heavily subsidized transit


Growth & Development
  • 100% reimbursement for required training, certifications, licensing, and dues
  • Personal career development plans
  • Richer Life Business Partner (coaching for all employees)
  • Mindful Emotional & Social Intelligence training
  • Annual professional & personal wellbeing stipend


Connection & Community
  • Quarterly team-building events
  • Regular social events
  • Employee-led book clubs, committees, and affinity groups


Family & Milestones
  • Paid Parental leave (13 weeks for birthing parent and 6 weeks for non-birthing parent)
  • Adoption benefits
  • Anniversary milestone celebrations, including a 3-month paid sabbatical at 10 years


Visa Sponsorship: Please note, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for the position offered. Accordingly, we are unable to hire individuals who require, or will require, employment visa sponsorship either now or in the future.

About Brighton Jones

Brighton Jones is a wealth management firm that provides financial planning, investment management, and tax planning services to individuals and families. The company was founded in 1999 by Jon Jones and Charles Brighton, and is headquartered in Seattle, Washington. Brighton Jones has over 250 employees and manages over $6 billion in assets. The company has been recognized as one of the top wealth management firms in the country by publications such as Barron's and Forbes.
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250 employees
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1999

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