Tax Manager, Professional Services

Job Description

Title
:
Tax Manager, Professional Services

Department
:
Tax - Professional Services

Supervises
:
Supervisors and below

Role Type
:
Full-time

Location
:
New York, NY (Hybrid)

ABOUT THE COMPANY:

Anchin is a New York City based Certified Public Accounting and Consulting firm with a Long Island and Florida presence that provides expert financial advisory to companies across a diverse range of industries. We offer a full range of integrated accounting, consulting and business management services from tax planning and audits to the most detailed analysis of acquisitions and financial restructuring.

Anchin is consistently recognized as one of the "Best of the Best" accounting firms in the country, a Best Place to Work in New York City and New York State, and a Best Accounting Firm to Work For Nationwide.

ABOUT THE POSITION:

The Tax Manager, specializing in the Professional Services Group at Anchin, will lead our tax team in delivering comprehensive tax compliance, planning, and advisory services to clients within the professional services industry. This role requires deep technical expertise in Corporate and Partnership taxation, strong leadership skills, and a thorough understanding of tax regulations impacting professional services firms. The Tax Manager will collaborate closely with clients and internal teams to develop and implement effective tax strategies that align with business objectives.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead and manage tax compliance for federal, state, and local income tax returns, with a strong emphasis on Corporate filings for clients in the professional services industry.
• Ensure all tax filings are accurate, timely, and in compliance with applicable tax laws and regulations.
• Oversee the maintenance and organization of tax records and documentation.
• Drive tax planning initiatives and provide strategic advisory services tailored to professional services businesses.
• Identify and implement tax-saving opportunities and strategies to minimize tax liabilities.
• Conduct in-depth research on complex tax issues, including corporate tax structures, and deliver innovative solutions.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for key clients, building and maintaining strong relationships.
• Understand clients' business operations, industry-specific challenges, and strategic goals to deliver customized tax advice.
• Communicate complex tax issues and regulatory updates clearly and effectively to clients.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop junior tax professionals, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment.
• Contribute to recruitment efforts and the development of technical expertise within the tax team.
• Stay current with changes in tax laws and regulations, particularly those impacting entities and individuals and the professional services industry.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and continuing education.
• Develop and share best practices and innovative tax strategies within the department.
• Implement efficient tax processes and procedures to enhance accuracy and productivity.
• Monitor and manage tax project timelines, budgets, and deliverables.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

• Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA preferred.

Experience:

• 5+ years of progressive tax experience, with a strong focus on the professional services industry and corporate tax matters.
• Extensive expertise in Corporate and Partnership taxation, including compliance, planning, and advisory work.
• In-depth knowledge of federal, state, and local tax laws and regulations, particularly those impacting corporate structures.
• Proven leadership and team management skills, with experience mentoring and developing staff.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities to address complex tax issues.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Proficiency in tax preparation and research software, as well as Microsoft Office applications.

Compensation:

• Competitive annual salary in the range of $140,000 to $180,000 based on individual's experience level.

Anchin provides comprehensive benefits, which you can view here
.

Attributes:

• Accountability:
  Follows through on commitments, does what you say you will do, even requiring some personal sacrifice.
• Communicates Effectively:
  Delivers messages in a clear and concise manner, listens attentively.
• Strong Interpersonal
  
  Skills:
  
  Relates comfortably to all levels of people, both internally and externally.
• Nimble Learner:
  Learns quickly when facing new situations, willingly takes on the challenge of unfamiliar tasks.
• Technical Proficiency:
  Deals with technical issues comfortably and can complete work at a high level of proficiency.
• Technologically Proficient:
  Ability to apply technology solutions to work.
• Being Resilient:
  Shows confidence under pressure, maintains a positive attitude despite adversity.
• Action Oriented:
  Proactively seeks out new and challenging work.
• Trustworthiness:
  Keeps confidences and develops a reputation for being…