Tax Manager

Cooperidge Consulting Firm is seeking a Tax Manager for a growing and dynamic Public Accounting Firm in Fort Lauderdale, FL.

This is a strategic leadership opportunity for a seasoned tax professional looking to move beyond preparation into high-level engagement management. You will be responsible for overseeing complex tax workflows across a diverse portfolio of entities, including corporations, partnerships, and high-net-worth individuals. As a core mentor to the junior staff, you will drive technical excellence and provide expert advisory services directly to clients.

This role offers a perfect balance of professional challenge and modern flexibility through a stable hybrid work model.

• Engagement Management:
  Oversee and manage multiple client engagements simultaneously, ensuring all federal and state deadlines are met with precision
• Technical Review:
  Conduct high-level reviews of staff-prepared returns for a variety of entities, including 1065, 1120, 1120S, 990, 1040, and 1041
• Client Advisory:
  Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, providing expert guidance on tax planning, information gathering, and regulatory compliance
• Staff Development:
  Review staff work and provide actionable, constructive feedback to mentor junior accountants and support their technical growth
• Complex Research:
  Research and resolve sophisticated tax issues and multi-state filing requirements with confidence and accuracy
• Regulatory Compliance:
  Stay at the forefront of changing tax laws and TCJA updates to ensure the firm and its clients remain fully compliant

• Education & Licensing
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance is REQUIRED
  • CPA License is preferred (or demonstrated progress toward completion)
  • Master's in Taxation (MST) is a significant advantage
• Experience
  • Minimum of four (4) or more years of Public Accounting experience is REQUIRED
  • Strong background in both the preparation and review of complex federal and state tax returns
  • Proven experience managing multiple client accounts in a fast-paced environment
• Skills
  • Technical Mastery:
    Expert knowledge of various software platforms
  • Leadership:
    Exceptional communication skills with the ability to lead and inspire a collaborative team
  • Organization:
    Superior problem-solving and time-management skills with a "client-first" mindset

• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance plans
• Life insurance coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions
• Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement