Tax Manager
Gould Killian CPA Group, PA•Asheville, NC
•$115,000 - $140,000
About The Position
Gould Killian CPA Group, P.A. is seeking a Tax Manager with a record of excellent client service, communication, and technical proficiency. The role includes managing assigned engagements, reviewing staff work, delegating responsibilities, training and developing staff, performing high-level tax planning, and maintaining strong client relationships. The manager is also expected to contribute to firm leadership and administration, including taking a leadership role among Senior Staff, joining firm committees as requested, and working overtime as needed throughout the year.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field.
- Active CPA license.
- At least 5 years of experience in public accounting or a related field.
- At least 2 years of experience supervising staff and reviewing their work.
- Excellent in-person, telephone, and written communication skills.
- Ability to analyze complex financial data and draw reasonable conclusions.
- Professional appearance and bearing.
- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of clients and firm business.
- Ability to follow firm procedures and comply with policies outlined in the employee manual.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree is encouraged.
Responsibilities
- Manage assigned engagements to ensure staff work meets Firm quality-control standards and is completed on time and within budget.
- Keep partners informed about engagement progress and staff performance.
- Review and take responsibility for directed staff accountants’ work, including accuracy and timely completion.
- Evaluate staff work beyond clerical accuracy, including positions taken and implications for clients.
- Train staff through review notes and hands-on instruction as needed.
- Participate in the GK Mentor Program and recommend staff training and development opportunities.
- Assist with staff evaluations when requested by a partner or the Employee Success & Training Coordinator.
- Perform high-level planning for client work and recommend actions.
- Keep current on technical and professional developments and communicate relevant developments to staff.
- Develop areas of specialty and expertise.
- Represent the firm at client meetings and, when requested, meetings with outside parties such as taxing authorities and banks.
- Represent the firm in meetings with prospective clients.
- Maintain ongoing contact with existing clients throughout the year to identify additional services to offer.
- Work overtime as needed throughout the year.
- Take a leadership role among Senior Staff, join firm committees as requested, and participate in firm administration.
- Maintain client and firm confidentiality and follow firm procedures and policies.
Benefits
- Paid vacation and holidays
- Group health insurance
- Group life insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Health Savings Plan (HSA), including quarterly Firm contributions for eligible employees
- Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Employer matching for eligible employees
- Discretionary profit-sharing plan contributions
- Access to Continuing Professional Education (CPE) courses and in-house training to develop technical skills and meet certification requirements
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
