Our Client is a Top 100 accounting and consulting firm in the west region. They have developed a reputation for excellence and expertise in the accounting and management consulting industry. Providing the services of a large firm with a blended environment of practices, services and industry specializations, our client continues to demonstrate renowned industry leadership year-over-year. The firm takes pride in client service and professional and personal advancement, as demonstrated by our client's forward program which promotes a culture of learning and growth through targeted development and leadership programs and Our Client Cares, together with a continual focus on client service and technological evolvement. ResponsibilitiesPerforms technical tax review and approval of all tax returns and governmental tax examinations of any complexity.Serves as a subject matter expert in discipline or industry.Assumes full responsibility for larger tax returns and delegates to the various tax preparers as deemed necessary.Assumes client service responsibility for clients the Tax Manager works directly with or clients where the responsibility is delegated from the Partner.Delegates and manages governmental tax examinations; may represent the client before the appropriate taxing authorities.Works to develop responsible, trained staff by assisting in recruiting, performance evaluations, development training aids, and acting as an instructor in professional development programs.Assumes responsibility for smooth flow of tax returns through the tax preparation system to assure accurate, complete and timely preparation and delivery of all clients' tax returns.Accurate and timely billing and collection processes are made.Prepares other reports and projects as requested from time to time by the partners.Researches and evaluates tax preparation and tax research software for recommendation to partners.Participates in firm practice development efforts through involvement with referral sources, community and industry activities.QualificationsDemonstrated knowledge of current tax laws.Proficiency in use of computer tax preparation, tax research, and tax planning software programs.Occasional overtime work required throughout the year. Heavy overtime work required from January 1 to April 15, may be in excess of 55 hours per week.Seven to ten years' experience in public accounting, demonstrating a proven progression in tax complexity, scope, and research.At least two (2) years' experience representing clients before taxing authorities.Minimum one (1) year experience supervising and directing work of tax preparers.Bachelor's degree in accounting required, master's degree in taxation preferred.Minimum of forty hours of continuing education is required each year to maintain and develop technical and business skills.A current and valid certified public accountant's license is required.Must be a member in good standing with the American Institute of CPAs.
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