Tax Manager or Tax Senior

AOB Recruitment • St. Clairsville, OH

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About The Position

This role works closely with business owners and other clients on a broad range of tax matters, including tax planning, compliance, research, and advisory services. The Tax Manager takes ownership of client relationships, works through complex tax issues, and helps develop less-experienced team members. The role combines technical tax expertise, client service, and people leadership, with opportunities for continued professional growth.

The position manages federal and state tax compliance engagements, prepares and reviews complex individual and business tax returns, analyzes tax situations, researches complex issues, and communicates recommendations to clients and colleagues. It also includes guiding and mentoring team members and managing multiple engagements, deadlines, and client expectations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 4+ years of relevant tax experience.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state tax laws.
• Solid understanding of general accounting principles.
• Familiarity with FASB and Internal Revenue Code requirements.
• CPA or EA designation, or actively working toward one.
• Ability to explain complex tax concepts clearly and effectively to clients and colleagues.
• Strong communication, organization, and analytical skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and tax/accounting software.

Nice To Haves

• 1+ years of management, supervisory, or mentoring experience.
• Experience managing client relationships and tax engagements.
• Experience with tax planning and advisory services.
• Experience working with business owners and closely held businesses.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a deadline-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary point of contact for assigned tax clients and build strong, long-term relationships.
• Advise clients on tax planning, research, compliance, and general business activities.
• Manage federal and state tax compliance engagements and coordinate client needs throughout the engagement process.
• Prepare and review complex individual and business tax returns.
• Analyze tax situations and identify opportunities for tax planning and optimization.
• Research complex tax issues and communicate recommendations and conclusions to clients and internal team members.
• Manage multiple engagements while balancing deadlines, priorities, and client expectations.
• Stay current with changes in tax law, regulations, and industry practices.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to team members, clarify expectations, strengthen technical skills, and identify professional development opportunities.

Benefits

• Meaningful client interaction and relationship-building opportunities.
• Exposure to a broad range of tax planning, compliance, research, and advisory work.
• Leadership and mentorship responsibilities that support continued career growth.
• Opportunity to work alongside an experienced and collaborative tax team.

What This Job Offers

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