Manager - Tax and Consulting

VSH•Bellingham, WA

10d•$115,000 - $165,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Are you prepared for an exciting role that provides the opportunity to learn and grow with an amazing team of professionals, participate in planned career development, and build individual client relationships? We’re looking for a Tax & Consulting Manager who is passionate about building relationships, leading with purpose, and helping clients succeed. In this role, you’ll be a key part of our Business Owner Group Tax Team, working closely with local business owners to deliver strategic solutions that make an impact. As a Tax and Consulting Manager, you may qualify for VSH’s Emerging Leaders Program and our Path-to-Partner Program - exclusive opportunities designed for professionals who demonstrate exceptional leadership and align with our firm’s long-term vision. If you're looking to make an impact on businesses and drive their sustainable growth, continue reading and discovering more about this important role. About VSH VSH is a growing full-service accounting and advisory firm with locations in Bellingham and Burlington. We offer a wide range of services beyond traditional tax compliance. Our team of professionals specializes in providing strategic advisory support, international and cross-border services, transition planning, outsourced accounting, and more, to local, regional, and international clients. We put our people first. At VSH, our firm is our team. Rich, specialized, and fulfilling careers begin with and are continuously fueled by a strong staff development program. We support skill building and career advancement every day through personal mentor relationships, career coaching, and forward-focused, personalized development plans. Our Core Values: People First, Continuous improvement, Strive for Excellence prioritize the well-being of our employees, our commitment to change with a purpose, and the pursuit of excellence. At VSH, we take immense pride in providing unwavering support for our team’s personal and professional growth. Join us to experience a career of empowerment and success.

Requirements

4+ years of recent experience working in public accounting.
Licensed Washington State CPA.
U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident or authorized to work in the U.S.
Ability to learn new software and champion technology initiatives.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with Partners and Senior Managers to develop and lead our real estate niche at VSH, playing an integral role in our long-term vision as an independent advisory-first firm.
Conduct detailed tax return reviews and deliver review notes that develop junior staff and interns.
Mentor and develop team members to ensure their long-term success.
Utilize your experience to provide consulting services to clients with real estate investments, and work with developers and contractors across multiple ownership structures.
Leverage your client service skills by being responsive and accessible to clients.
Manage engagement workflow, team resources, and billing.
Ensure self and team members comply with firm policies and procedures.
Clearly frame issues to be researched and able to present final analysis.
Provide quality tax planning that encompasses the clients’ full business objectives and individual needs.
Organize client engagements from onset and ensure smooth project management that meets the clients budget constraints.
Communicate expectations and procedures to tax preparers and senior accountants effectively and efficiently.