Tax Manager-Private Foundation

Clark Nuber PS • Bellevue, WA

8d • $119,000 - $164,657

About The Position

At Clark Nuber, our Not-for-Profit Tax team works alongside foundations, healthcare organizations, schools, and other mission-driven clients who care deeply about the people they serve. As a Tax Manager, you'll lead engagements that go well beyond compliance. You'll be solving complex technical challenges, advising clients on smart planning, and mentoring the next generation of tax professionals. If you're looking for meaningful work, sharp colleagues, and clients with a genuine sense of purpose, this is a place to grow. Tax Managers serve as project managers for assigned tax compliance and consulting engagements focused on private foundations and other not for profits organizations. This involves planning, execution and finalization of each engagement for clients.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field or a combination of education and directly related work experience.
• CPA license or equivalent.
• 5+ years’ progressively more responsible assignments in public accounting where expertise in taxation and compliance can be demonstrated.
• Demonstrated successful experience as a supervisor or lead.
• You must pass a background check, including a credit check, at any time to remain eligible for this position.

Responsibilities

• Manage Tax engagements by planning, scheduling, monitoring and reviewing compliance engagements.
• Delegate tasks to assigned staff, regularly communicate with clients and other Clark Nuber staff, respond to questions, clarify assignments and review work completed.
• Review the work performed by staff including tax returns and work papers to ensure accuracy and compliance with professional and organizational standards, as well as codes and regulations.
• Approve to process returns.
• Serve as technical resource to assigned staff through careful review and feedback on work product(s).
• Research technical issues and communicate results of research to staff or client.
• Provide consulting services to clients to provide business advice related to tax planning and compliance and related areas.
• Assist clients with all aspects of IRS examinations, appeals and other practices which include researching and analyzing tax issues, writing technical tax memoranda.
• Manage client relationships through active and on-going communication, responding promptly to questions and inquiries, review schedules and timelines and communicate deadlines to clients.
• Participate in activities which support practice development and firm growth strategies and goals.
• Assist in the preparation and presentation of new client proposals, attend networking events, and gather information for potential new clients.
• Participate in administrative duties/initiatives for the Tax department as assigned which support efficiency and compliance with professional standards.
• Present in-house technical training for staff that supports organizational needs.
• Attend CPE courses for required professional development.
• Mentor and support staff assigned to each engagement by providing informal feedback during the engagement and formal, written feedback at the end of the engagement.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Insurance Coverage: We offer fully paid medical, dental, vision, life, short-term and long-term disability, and AD&D insurance for employees. Dependent coverage is subsidized, with all benefits starting on your first day.
• Time Off & Flexibility: Enjoy 10 paid holidays, up to 5 weeks of flexible time off annually, and a sabbatical program for tenured employees—because we value work-life integration. We provide paid parental leave to support you and your family during important life moments.
• Professional Growth: We’re committed to your development. We cover licensing, certifications, tuition, and association fees to help you grow your career.
• Financial Wellness: Our benefits include a matching 401(k), annual profit-sharing, special performance bonuses, and on-the-spot recognition rewards.

What This Job Offers

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