Federal Tax Senior Manager, Lead Tax Services

Crowe LLP • Chicago, IL

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About The Position

At Crowe, you can build a meaningful and rewarding career. With real flexibility to balance work with life moments, you’re trusted to deliver results and make an impact. We embrace you for who you are, care for your well-being, and nurture your career. Everyone has equitable access to opportunities for career growth and leadership. Over our 80-year history, delivering excellent service through innovation has been a core part of our DNA across our audit, tax, and consulting groups. That’s why we continuously invest in innovative ideas, such as AI-enabled insights and technology-powered solutions, to enhance our services. Join us at Crowe and embark on a career where you can help shape the future of our industry. Job Description: We are seeking a highly accomplished Senior Tax Manager to join our Lead Tax Services team. This role is ideal for a seasoned professional who thrives on leading multiple client service teams, managing complex projects, and providing innovative tax solutions. As a key member of our Lead Tax group, you will serve as a trusted advisor to clients, a mentor to staff and managers, and a thought leader to the partner group. This position offers the opportunity to influence firm strategy while building long-term client relationships and driving excellence in service delivery.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required; Master’s in Taxation or LLM strongly preferred
• Active CPA license required
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive tax experience in public accounting or a corporate/public blend
• Proven success in engagement and client management, with a track record of growing and sustaining client relationships
• Strong technical expertise in federal and state taxation, including Subchapter C and provision experience; Subchapter K experience preferred
• Excellent writing, communication, and tax research skills
• Demonstrated leadership experience, with a passion for mentoring, developing, and guiding high-performing teams

Nice To Haves

• Master’s in Taxation or LLM strongly preferred
• Subchapter K experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Oversee multiple client service teams, managing projects effectively and efficiently, including billing and accounts receivable responsibilities
• Review federal and state income tax returns for corporations, S corporations, partnerships, and individual clients
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships by delivering exceptional service and anticipating client needs
• Provide forward-thinking tax planning strategies, compliance expertise, and technical tax research
• Prepare and review detailed technical tax memoranda
• Identify and manage risks associated with tax services to ensure compliance and protect client and firm interests
• Mentor and develop staff and managers, providing regular feedback and conducting both formal and informal performance evaluations
• Serve as a resource and thought partner to the leadership team, contributing to strategic decision-making and client service excellence

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level