Tax Manager

JLK Rosenberger Certified Public Accounts

$90K — $120K *
Legal & Accounting
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 6+ years of relevant experience in tax with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
  • Active CPA license required.
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
  • Familiarity with ASC 740 and specific tax forms preferred but not mandatory.
  • Exceptional analytical skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage tax engagements ensuring compliance with tax laws.
  • Coordinate all phases of tax engagements from planning to execution.
  • Review work papers and resolve issues while keeping the partner informed.
  • Supervise and mentor associates, providing guidance as necessary.
  • Analyze complex tax issues and deliver effective solutions.
  • Advise clients on diverse tax services including individual and corporate.
  • Build and maintain strong client relationships to understand and fulfill their needs.

Benefits

  • Unlimited PTO to balance work and personal life.
  • Flexible working environment with remote options available.
  • Comprehensive health benefits including low premiums on insurance.
  • 401(k) plan with employer contributions and profit sharing available.
  • Support for CPA exam preparation and reimbursement for fees for passed sections.
  • Investment in continuing education with customized professional development opportunities.
  • Annual charitable donation made in your name to a charity of choice.
Full Job Description
Job Type

Full-time

Description

Unlock Your Potential: TAX MANAGER Position Open for Experienced Candidates

Location: Irvine

Type: Full-Time

Industry: Accounting and Financial Services

We are currently seeking an experienced Tax Manager to be a critical part of our tax practice in our Irvine, CA office. We're looking for a licensed CPA who is proactive, detail-oriented, and passionate about tax and accounting. The ideal candidate will be capable of working with minimal supervision, demonstrate strong analytical skills, and possess a solid foundation in tax regulations and accounting principles.

Managers are essentially partners-in-training, and are involved in almost all areas for which partners are responsible. They exhibit technical proficiency and the ability to supervise and complete engagements, possess a thorough knowledge of the firm's policies and procedures, and serve as intermediaries between partners, clients, senior associates and supervisors.

Specific Responsibilities include:
  • Leading and overseeing tax engagements, ensuring compliance with relevant tax laws and regulations.
  • Coordinating various phases of tax engagements, from planning through execution.
  • Reviewing engagement work papers, resolving issues, and keeping the partner informed of all important developments.
  • Supervising and reviewing the work of associates, providing guidance and support as needed.
  • Analyzing complex tax issues and applying your knowledge to provide solutions.
  • Advising clients on a full spectrum of individual, partnership, corporate, and trust and estate tax services.
  • Developing and maintaining strong client relationships, understanding their business needs and providing tailored advice.
  • Recognizing opportunities to provide additional services to existing clients.
  • Assisting in administrative functions as assigned by the partners.
  • Evaluating the performance of professional and administrative staff.
  • Preparing client billings.
  • Performing other duties as assigned by the partners.

Skills and Attributes for Success
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to supervise and mentor associates & senior associates.
  • Ability to prioritize effectively, multi-task, handle multiple assignments, meet deadlines and thrive in a fast paced environment.
  • Technically savvy with excellent organization, writing and communication skills.
  • Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and high-quality work.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Proactive and self-motivated, with a focus on personal and professional development.
  • Comfortable working in a hybrid environment.

Requirements
  • A minimum of six years' experience including two years' experience as a supervisor (or equivalent experience as deemed appropriate by the partners).
  • CPA license.
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  • Familiarity with ASC 740, SSAP 101, Form 1120-PC, and Form 1120-L is preferred but not required.

Additional Information

This position involves working both in our office and at client locations, which may require occasional travel using your personal vehicle. While moderate overtime is a possibility throughout the year, peak periods may require additional hours to meet engagement deadlines.

Perks and Benefits

We understand that our employees are the backbone of our firm, and this is why we offer a comprehensive benefit plan package:
  • Unlimited PTO: You set your days off to balance your work and personal life.
  • Flexible Work Environment: Choose how you work best with our flexible remote work schedules.
  • Top-Tier Benefits: Low premiums on medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
  • A 401(k) plan with a 3% salary-based safe harbor contribution and discretionary profit sharing is offered after meeting the plan requirements.
  • CPA License Journey: We support a CPA exam review course and reimburse fees for passed exam sections.
  • Continuing Education: We invest in your professional growth and provide consistent, customized, and diverse outlets for CPE.
  • Let Loose: Annual Christmas party, Ditch the Office Day, and more!
  • Give Back: We'll make an annual $300 charitable donation to the charity of your choice.
  • All Around Development: Opportunities in firm growth, recruitment, mentorship, and guidance to help build your professional brand.
  • Purposeful Work: Feel the immediate impact of your contributions.

Ready to Soar?

If you're eager to join a firm that supports your professional dreams while also fostering a work-life balance, we want to hear from you! Apply now and redefine your career trajectory with JLK Rosenberger.

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