Tax Manager

Responsibilities

• Review and approve 500+ individual returns (1040s) and 100+ business returns prepared by staff
• Client support: serve as escalation point for complex client questions and technical tax issues
• Project manage tax season workflow, deadlines, and resource allocation across hybrid team
• Lead day-to-day operations of Leominster office during client transition period
• Directly manage 2 Office Managers while coordinating with remote preparation team
• Maintain quality standards and ensure consistent client communication during ownership change
• Identify process improvements and integration opportunities with our systems
• Flexible hours with possible weekend work during busy season

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
• Experience managing high-volume 1040 practices strongly preferred
• PTIN required
• Active CPA license a strong plus
• Prior experience with Thomson Reuters Ultra Tax a strong plus
• Track record leading teams through transitions or busy seasons
• Strong understanding of federal and state tax codes, individual taxes, pass-through entities, S Corps
• 2+ years of public accounting experience a strong plus (experience at firms like RSM, Baker Tilly, CLA, Big-4 or similar)
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Comfortable managing hybrid teams (in-person + remote staff)

• Competitive compensation and performance-based bonuses
• Health and dental benefits
• Clear, merit-based growth path
• Paid holidays and discretionary time off
• Collaborative culture with recognition and transparency