Tax Manager (Remote) | 145k-160k + $10k Sign-On

Overview

Full-time Tax Manager role with $145,000–$160,000 base + up to 10% variable compensation + $10,000 signing bonus.

Busy season is approximately 55 hours/week. Work includes complex advisory responsibilities (not cleanup).

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review federal and state corporate, individual, and partnership tax returns
• Exercise professional judgment to identify issues and develop solutions within tax returns
• Research tax issues and legislation and interpret the tax code
• Create projections on future tax liabilities (based on variable options) to support client recommendations as part of tax planning
• Communicate with client personnel regarding tax return information and deadlines, and keep the internal team updated on status
• Identify opportunities to provide additional services to clients
• Stay current on professional announcements and proactively participate in professional development
• Initiate and develop relationships with appropriate levels of the client’s management team
• Provide training to coworkers on technical accounting areas or tax expertise
• Provide insights and thought leadership to corporate publications regarding accounting and taxation

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting from an accredited college or university
• Master’s in Accounting or Taxation preferred
• CPA or Enrolled Agent (EA) license required
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• High attention to detail
• Technology savvy
• Project management skills with the ability to manage multiple clients’ needs simultaneously
• Highly self-motivated and versatile
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines accurately
• Commitment to self-improvement and growth in the public accounting profession

Qualifications

• Strong background as a Tax Manager
• 4+ years tax experience, including 1+ years managing a team
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Working knowledge and experience with Thomson Reuters UltraTax CS and Accounting CS, QuickBooks Online, and payroll providers such as Gusto is a plus

Compensation & Benefits

• Base pay: $145,000.00–$160,000.00 per year
• Signing bonus: $10,000
• Variable compensation plan: target bonus up to 10% of base salary
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Realistic spring busy-season hours: approximately 55 hours/week
• Unlimited PTO
• Professional development opportunities, including CPE cost coverage

Location

• Fully Remote in CST, MST or EST
• Work location listed as Remote or Hybrid in Austin, TX