Tax Manager - US

US Tax Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Tax Return Management & Review

  : Manage and meticulously review the preparation of

  U.S. federal and state tax returns

  for various entities including individuals (

  Form 1040

  ), corporations (

  Form 1120 for C-Corps, Form 1120S for S-Corps

  ), partnerships (

  Form 1065

  ), and other relevant entities.

• Primary Client Contact

  : Act as the

  primary point of contact for U.S.-based clients

  , handling onboarding, providing regular status updates, resolving issues promptly, and obtaining final sign-off on deliverables.

• Client Communication

  : Communicate complex tax matters in a clear, concise, and professional manner to clients, effectively explaining options, implications, and best practices.

• Team Leadership & Mentorship

  : Supervise and actively mentor a team of tax associates and reviewers, ensuring the accurate and timely completion of all deliverables and fostering their professional growth.

• Regulatory Compliance & Planning

  : Stay continuously updated with current

  IRS regulations and state tax codes

  , and provide proactive tax planning recommendations to optimize clients tax positions.

• Final Technical Review

  : Perform

  final technical reviews of tax files

  before client submission or IRS filing, ensuring utmost accuracy and compliance.

• Internal Coordination

  : Coordinate seamlessly with internal teams (e.g., bookkeeping, audit support) to ensure smooth integration of services and efficient workflow.

• Workflow Management

  : Manage workflow effectively across tax seasons, set clear priorities, and ensure strict team adherence to all deadlines.

• Correspondence Handling

  : Handle tax notices, queries, and IRS/state correspondence on behalf of clients where required, providing expert responses.

Qualifications & Skills

• Certification

  :

  CPA or EA (Enrolled Agent) certification preferred

  (or equivalent international qualifications with U.S. tax experience).

• Experience

  :

  2-3 years of hands-on experience in U.S. tax preparation and review

  , preferably within a public accounting environment.

• Client Management

  : Proven experience managing client relationships end-to-end, especially with U.S.-based businesses.

• Technical Expertise

  : Deep understanding of

  U.S. federal and state tax laws

  , various tax forms (e.g.,

  1040, 1120, 1120S, 1065, etc.

  ), and comprehensive compliance requirements.

• Soft Skills

  : Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

• Work Environment

  : Comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven, remote work environment.

• Software Proficiency

  : Proficiency in tax software (e.g.,

  Drake, UltraTax, Lacerte, ProSeries, or similar

  ) and

  Microsoft Excel

  .

Preferred Attributes

• Exceptional attention to detail and a strong commitment to accuracy and quality.
• Ability to manage multiple clients and projects simultaneously with efficiency.
• Experience in training and mentoring junior tax professionals.
• A proactive and client-centric approach to problem-solving.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salary or hourly rate (depending on experience).
• 5 working days.