Nonprofit Tax Manager

Thompson Greenspon•Fairfax, VA

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

Thompson Greenspon, a mid-sized CPA firm recognized as a Top Workplace, is seeking an experienced nonprofit tax professional to lead its Form 990 practice as a Nonprofit Tax Manager. This role involves managing the Form 990 process, ensuring timely and accurate filings, identifying and resolving complex technical issues, serving as a client contact, developing staff, and identifying growth opportunities.

Requirements

Active CPA License
Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field
7+ years of progressive nonprofit tax experience
Active PTIN, or ability to obtain one before start date

Nice To Haves

CCH Axcess Tax Software experience preferred, not required

Responsibilities

Own and manage the Form 990 process across the firm.
Monitor and ensure timely completion and accuracy of Form 990, 990-EZ, 990-T, 990-PF, and 1120-POL filings (and state returns, where applicable), extensions, and estimated tax payments.
Coordinate workflow across staff to meet internal and external deadlines.
Identify bottlenecks and implement process improvements.
Identify and resolve complex technical issues, including public support tests, unrelated business income (UBI) considerations, excise taxes, private foundation compliance, and state filing requirements.
Serve as a primary reviewer before partner-level review.
Serve as a key point of contact for 990-related questions.
Communicate filing requirements, deadlines, and issues clearly to clients.
Proactively identify opportunities to improve the client experience.
Supervise, train, and coach staff on Form 990 (and related returns) preparation, technical concepts, and review.
Develop training materials, tools, and standardized best practices, as necessary.
Review staff work and provide actionable feedback.
Leverage Form 990 insights to identify advisory opportunities and help clients strengthen governance, transparency, and financial reporting.
Collaborate with partners and managers across audit, tax, and CAAS departments to support a coordinated approach to client service and growth.
Participate in proposals, presentations, and client discussions as a Form 990 subject matter resource.