Tax Manager
HAEFELE FLANAGAN & CO PC•Maple Shade Township, NJ
•$120,000 - $160,000•Hybrid
About The Position
HFCO is seeking a Tax Manager with diverse experience in areas such as family-owned businesses, high-net-worth individuals, trusts, and estates. This role is crucial to the tax practice, involving the oversight of complex tax engagements, acting as a trusted advisor to clients, and mentoring junior tax professionals. The Tax Manager will manage engagements from inception to completion, collaborate with partners, and contribute to the firm's tax service delivery strategies. This position is well-suited for an experienced tax professional who excels in both technical tax matters and team leadership.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
- CPA license required.
- 6+ years of public accounting experience.
- 2+ years in a management capacity.
- Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and develop teams.
- Comfortable with tax software and Microsoft Office.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to translate complex issues into practical guidance.
Nice To Haves
- Openness to AI and emerging tools preferred.
- CCH Axcess experience a plus.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary point of contact for tax clients, managing engagements from planning through completion.
- Build and maintain strong client relationships through proactive communication and timely follow-up.
- Understand client goals and provide practical, well-reasoned tax and business solutions.
- Communicate complex tax matters clearly to clients and internal teams.
- Review individual, corporate, partnership, and fiduciary tax returns for technical accuracy and completeness.
- Advise family-owned businesses and high net worth individuals.
- Interpret and apply tax laws, regulations, and professional standards to client situations.
- Stay current on emerging tax developments and translate technical guidance into client-ready advice.
- Apply technical expertise to achieve the best attainable outcome, while maintaining full compliance.
- Supervise, mentor, and develop tax seniors, staff, and interns.
- Train team members on proper workpaper documentation, return preparation, and efficient work organization.
- Provide timely, constructive, and actionable feedback.
- Delegate work effectively while maintaining quality and accountability.
- Set clear expectations and model strong leadership behaviors.
- Manage multiple engagements simultaneously with minimal supervision.
- Coordinate workflow, deadlines, and resources to ensure timely, accurate delivery.
- Monitor engagement budgets and hours; communicate billing and status updates to partners.
- Follow firm procedures and tools to promote quality, consistency, and efficiency.
- Act as an ambassador of the firm through networking, community involvement, and relationship building.
- Participate in niche development, strategic initiatives, and process improvements.
- Promote the firm’s service standards, culture, and long-term vision.
Benefits
- Flexibility for hybrid work environment
- Generous PTO and paid holidays
- Office Closed Fridays (Memorial Day–Labor Day)
- Casual dress, open communication, and mutual respect
- EOS® framework for clarity, accountability, and values alignment
- Competitive salary plus performance-based bonuses
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with 50% match up to 10%
- Tuition and professional dues reimbursement
- Monthly cell phone stipend
- Wellness initiatives, volunteer opportunities, and team-building events
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
