Tax Manager (East Coast)

Overview

This organization is seeking a Tax Manager to support its business tax practice. The role oversees complex federal, state, and local tax compliance and technical research engagements for corporations, partnerships, and other business entities, with a primary focus on Forms 1065 and 1120.

This position combines detailed tax computation and return review with independent technical research, and serves as a technical resource to partners and engagement teams on complex and nonroutine tax matters.

• Salary Range: $130,000 to $170,000, depending on experience and qualifications.

Responsibilities

Technical Tax Research

• Conduct independent research on complex and nonroutine federal, state, and local tax matters and develop well-supported conclusions
• Analyze the Internal Revenue Code, Treasury Regulations, IRS guidance, and judicial authority
• Prepare technical memoranda and client-facing summaries documenting tax positions, alternatives, risks, and recommendations
• Monitor legislative, regulatory, and judicial developments and communicate their impact to engagement teams and clients
• Serve as a technical resource on complex and nonroutine tax matters
• Review technical research prepared by other team members and provide guidance on complex issues

Tax Compliance and Review

• Review and manage the preparation of federal, state, and local income and franchise tax returns for corporations, partnerships, and other business entities, with a focus on Forms 1065 and 1120
• Prepare and review complex tax computations
• Review workpapers and supporting documentation for accuracy, completeness, and adherence to firm standards

Client Service and Practice Support

• Analyze the tax implications of transactions, reorganizations, entity structures, and other significant business activities
• Participate in client meetings to discuss technical issues and recommendations
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with clients and engagement teams
• Respond to client and internal inquiries regarding tax compliance, technical guidance, and planning matters
• Mentor staff and senior associates and contribute to internal technical training

Technology and Process Improvement

• Use CCH Axcess Tax and related platforms to manage engagements, workflow, and return preparation
• Use traditional and AI-enabled research platforms to improve research efficiency while independently evaluating authority and supporting technical conclusions
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of tax templates, research libraries, technical resources, and firm best practices

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field
• Active CPA license
• Five or more years of progressive tax experience in public accounting
• Demonstrated experience preparing and reviewing complex Form 1065 and Form 1120 returns
• Demonstrated ability to independently research complex federal, state, and local tax matters, evaluate applicable authority, and document well-supported conclusions in writing
• Experience reviewing business tax returns and related workpapers
• Experience using tax research platforms
• Proficiency with professional tax compliance software, such as CCH Axcess Tax, UltraTax CS, GoSystem Tax RS, or similar platforms

Preferred Qualifications

• Master of Taxation (MST) or advanced tax coursework
• Proficiency with CCH Axcess Tax
• Experience supervising, mentoring, or reviewing the work of tax staff
• Experience with Form 990-T and DC Form D-30

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary Range: $130,000 to $170,000, depending on experience and qualifications.

Location and Work Environment

• Full-time, permanent position
• Professional office environment fully remote
• Standard office equipment includes computers, dual monitors, and collaboration tools

Travel

• Occasional travel to other offices, client sites, conferences, or professional development events may be required.

Work Authorization

Candidates must have valid authorization to work in the United States.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The employer is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law.