Tax Manager - Chattanooga, TN

Who: An experienced tax professional who excels at client communication, technical review, and leading teams.

What: Oversee tax compliance, projections, notice responses, planning projects, staff supervision, and client relationship management.

When: Full-time role with ongoing leadership and chargeable hour expectations.

Where: Chattanooga, TN

Position Overview:
We are seeking a Tax Manager/Supervisor who will serve as a primary client contact, manage the full lifecycle of tax engagements, mentor staff, and provide high-level tax guidance. This role includes tax compliance, projections, notice responses, strategic planning, and participation in department training and development initiatives.

Essential Functions:
• Assist in handling routine questions and audits from federal and state agencies.
• Serve as the primary client contact on assigned engagements, providing updates and addressing inquiries.
• Deliver top-quality service by supervising associates and seniors throughout all stages of engagements.
• Advise clients on tax implications of business objectives and recommend alternative strategies.
• Manage planning, administration, and completion of tax engagements.
• Perform primary review of tax returns and written tax advice.
• Prepare or supervise preparation of tax accrual workpapers.
• Review tax law developments and determine applicability to client situations.
• Identify technical tax issues and collaborate with partners and specialists for timely resolution.
• Escalate high-risk engagement issues to partners when appropriate.
• Act as a mentor and role model for staff.
• Train interns and staff on tax software and departmental procedures.
• Conduct in-house training sessions.
• Assist in developing departmental policies and procedures when needed.

Position Requirements:
• Bachelor's or master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA license required.
• Five to twelve years of public accounting experience preferred.
• Minimum of two years of supervisory experience.
• Strong understanding of basic accounting procedures and GAAP.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to multitask.
• Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

If you're interested in learning more about this opportunity or would like to discuss your qualifications, please apply now.