Tax Manager - Spartanburg, SC
Who: An experienced tax professional who excels at client communication, technical leadership, and guiding staff while delivering high-quality service.
What: Oversee tax compliance, projections, notices, planning projects, staff supervision, and client relationship management across diverse engagements.
When: Full-time role with ongoing leadership, technical responsibilities, and chargeable hour expectations.
Where: Spartanburg, SC
Position Overview:
We are seeking a Tax Manager/Supervisor who will act as a primary client contact, manage tax engagements from planning through completion, provide technical expertise, and mentor staff. This role includes handling compliance, projections, notices, tax planning, and training, with a strong emphasis on client relationships and team leadership.
Essential Functions:
• Adhere to firm and AICPA professional ethics and maintain strict client confidentiality.
• Demonstrate commitment to exceptional client service and personal attention.
• Assist in handling routine questions and audits from federal and state agencies.
• Serve as primary client contact for assigned engagements, providing updates and addressing inquiries.
• Ensure timely, high-quality service by supervising associates and seniors throughout engagements.
• Advise clients on tax implications of business objectives and recommend alternatives.
• Manage planning, administration, and completion of client engagements.
• Perform primary review of tax returns and written tax advice.
• Prepare or oversee preparation of tax accrual workpapers.
• Stay current on tax law developments and assess applicability to clients.
• Identify and resolve technical tax issues, collaborating with partners and specialists.
• Recognize high-risk engagement issues and escalate appropriately.
• Meet assigned chargeable hour goals.
• Foster teamwork within the department and firm.
• Mentor staff and act as a role model for professional development.
• Train interns and staff on tax software and departmental procedures.
• Conduct in-house training sessions.
• Assist in developing tax department policies and procedures.
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 knowledge 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-focused environment.
• Experience in the construction industry preferred.
If you're interested in learning more about this opportunity or would like to discuss your qualifications, please apply now.
