Whitman Advisory Job Community
Senior Tax Manager - CPA Firm (Jericho)
Whitman Advisory Job Community, Jericho, New York, United States, 11753
Tax Senior Manager
Location:
New York, NY or Jericho, NY (Hybrid) Department:
Tax Reports To:
Tax Director / Managing Partner About the Firm A mid-sized public accounting and consulting firm offering tax, assurance, and advisory services to individuals, privately held businesses, and nonprofits. The firm promotes a collaborative and growth-driven culture where professionals can advance while delivering exceptional client service. Position Overview The Tax Senior Manager plays a key leadership role overseeing complex tax engagements, managing client relationships, and guiding high-performing teams. The ideal candidate brings deep technical expertise, strong leadership ability, and a strategic approach to tax planning and practice growth. Key Responsibilities Client Advisory & Engagement Management Lead multiple engagements for corporations, partnerships, and high-net-worth individuals. Provide strategic tax planning, consulting, and compliance services. Review complex federal, state, and local returns to ensure accuracy and timely filing. Identify tax-saving opportunities and deliver proactive advisory support. Build and maintain trusted client relationships. Leadership & Team Development Supervise and mentor managers, supervisors, and staff. Oversee engagement planning, budgets, and scheduling. Provide feedback, coaching, and performance evaluations. Champion a collaborative, positive team culture. Technical Expertise & Quality Control Stay updated on tax law changes and industry developments. Conduct technical reviews of returns and workpapers. Ensure compliance with quality control standards and professional guidelines. Support process improvements and technology enhancements. Firm Leadership & Business Development Participate in firm initiatives including recruiting, training, and strategic planning. Contribute to business development and client expansion opportunities. Represent the firm at professional and community events. Collaborate with leadership on department goals and firm strategy. Qualifications Bachelors in Accounting required; Masters in Taxation preferred. Active CPA license required. 10+ years of progressive public accounting experience, including 3+ years in a leadership role. Strong expertise in corporate, partnership, and individual taxation, including multistate and consolidated returns. Solid understanding of federal and New York State tax codes. Proficiency with tax software (e.g., CCH Axcess, ProSystem fx) and strong Excel skills. Exceptional leadership, communication, and project management capabilities. Proven ability to deepen client relationships and support practice growth.
New York, NY or Jericho, NY (Hybrid) Department:
Tax Reports To:
Tax Director / Managing Partner About the Firm A mid-sized public accounting and consulting firm offering tax, assurance, and advisory services to individuals, privately held businesses, and nonprofits. The firm promotes a collaborative and growth-driven culture where professionals can advance while delivering exceptional client service. Position Overview The Tax Senior Manager plays a key leadership role overseeing complex tax engagements, managing client relationships, and guiding high-performing teams. The ideal candidate brings deep technical expertise, strong leadership ability, and a strategic approach to tax planning and practice growth. Key Responsibilities Client Advisory & Engagement Management Lead multiple engagements for corporations, partnerships, and high-net-worth individuals. Provide strategic tax planning, consulting, and compliance services. Review complex federal, state, and local returns to ensure accuracy and timely filing. Identify tax-saving opportunities and deliver proactive advisory support. Build and maintain trusted client relationships. Leadership & Team Development Supervise and mentor managers, supervisors, and staff. Oversee engagement planning, budgets, and scheduling. Provide feedback, coaching, and performance evaluations. Champion a collaborative, positive team culture. Technical Expertise & Quality Control Stay updated on tax law changes and industry developments. Conduct technical reviews of returns and workpapers. Ensure compliance with quality control standards and professional guidelines. Support process improvements and technology enhancements. Firm Leadership & Business Development Participate in firm initiatives including recruiting, training, and strategic planning. Contribute to business development and client expansion opportunities. Represent the firm at professional and community events. Collaborate with leadership on department goals and firm strategy. Qualifications Bachelors in Accounting required; Masters in Taxation preferred. Active CPA license required. 10+ years of progressive public accounting experience, including 3+ years in a leadership role. Strong expertise in corporate, partnership, and individual taxation, including multistate and consolidated returns. Solid understanding of federal and New York State tax codes. Proficiency with tax software (e.g., CCH Axcess, ProSystem fx) and strong Excel skills. Exceptional leadership, communication, and project management capabilities. Proven ability to deepen client relationships and support practice growth.