Tax Manager

Tax Manager

Councilor, Buchanan & Mitchell - CPAs and Business Advisors (CBM) is a leading accounting and business advisory firm serving clients across Washington, DC, Baltimore and the Mid‑Atlantic region, and we are seeking an experienced senior tax professional.

Qualifications include a minimum of six years of public accounting and tax experience, with a focus on compilation, review and tax engagements primarily for clients in the auto dealership industry. Remote work and flexible schedule are available. Anticipated start date is early 2026.

Essential Functions

• Manage tax related processes, procedures, and team

• Prepare personal, corporate, estate, and trust tax returns, including more complex cases

• Review and approve all returns, with the exception of those dealing with specialized issues requiring the expertise of another manager or director

• Review tax accruals and associated working papers

• Assume responsibility for the smooth flow of tax returns

• Act as director-in-charge for a variety of clients, and act as key client for a variety of engagements

• Bill and discuss fees with clients

• Complete complex tax planning, including preparation of BNA projections

• Analyze IRS notices and draft responses

• Review IRS notice responses prepared by other tax personnel

• Represent clients before the IRS

• Communicate tax developments to the firm

• Perform more complex tax research and review the research projects of others

• Assist accounting and auditing staff members in client meetings

• Delegate work to and supervise/manage work of tax staff, senior tax accountants, and tax supervisors

• Participate in tax department administrative projects

• Work with directors to establish standards for the tax staff and evaluate and counsel tax staff members

• Act as a resource for tax team

• Contribute to the client service team by producing quality work with quick turnaround and attentive service

• Develop a general understanding of the firm's philosophy and tax opinions

• Establish good working relationships with all directors and staff members

Other Functions

• Possess time management and organization skills

• Demonstrate industry expertise

• Assist with recruitment and training of other tax department personnel

• Develop an entrepreneurial approach to client service and develop good working relationships with client personnel

• Maintain contacts with peers, develop a network of business contacts, meet with prospective clients, and cultivate referrals

• Write articles and make presentations

• Develop a broad general knowledge of economic, political, and business conditions

• Accept volunteer positions in community organizations

• Perform other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or another related program

• Advanced degree (generally a law degree or a master's in taxation) is strongly desired

• CPA certification

• At least six years of recent relevant public accounting, tax, and review experience (experience with pass-through entities is preferred)

• At least two years of management experience and the ability to lead and develop professional staff

• Proficiency in the use of computers and tax software programs (Document, Engagement, CCH Suite - Axcess Tax, Quick Books, etc.)

• Ability to manage multiple client engagements and prioritize work

Company Benefits

• 401(k) and Profit‑Sharing Plan

• 10 Paid Holidays

• Paid Time Off

• Bereavement/Jury Duty Leave

• Paid Parental Leave

• FSA/Dependent Care

• Life Insurance

• Short and Long-Term Disability

• Volunteer Community Service Day

• Healthcare Benefits - medical, dental, vision & other programs

• Paid Parking & Metro

• Subsidized Employee Wellness and Fitness Program

• Mentorship Program - Project Clear Path

• Professional Training & Development

• Tuition Reimbursement

• CPA and Other Certifications Assistance

• Professional Memberships

• Business Casual Work Environment

• Fun Firm Activities

Salary: $100,000 - $150,000 per year

CBM is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to diversity and inclusion.

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