Tax Manager - Restaurant, Franchise & Hospitality

Aprio • Nashville, TN

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About The Position

Aprio is seeking a Tax Manager to join its Restaurant, Franchise & Hospitality (RFH) practice and lead a team of tax professionals serving restaurant, franchise, and hospitality clients. The role acts as a trusted advisor to restaurant owners, franchisors, franchisees, and hospitality groups, helping them navigate complex tax matters, reduce tax exposure, and plan for growth.

The Tax Manager provides technical leadership and strategic tax advisory services across a diverse client portfolio, from single-concept operators to national franchise groups. The position includes exposure to matters such as FICA tip credits, cost segregation, sales and use tax, multi-entity structures, mergers and acquisitions, entity restructuring, tax planning, and industry-specific credits and incentives. The manager also develops team members and supports the growth of Aprio’s RFH practice.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
• At least 6 years of federal tax consulting and/or compliance experience in a public accounting firm.
• Experience preparing and reviewing Partnership, S-Corp, Individual, and Corporate tax returns.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, develop, and retain a team of tax professionals.
• Strong client relationship management skills and ability to serve as a trusted advisor.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills for engaging clients, stakeholders, and regulatory bodies.
• Ability to delegate work, provide meaningful feedback, and drive team accountability.
• Experience training and mentoring professionals.
• Deep knowledge of federal tax law, compliance requirements, and evolving tax regulations.
• Proficiency in tax software and technology platforms.
• Ability to conduct tax research and translate findings into actionable planning strategies.
• Familiarity with restaurant, franchise, and hospitality tax matters, including entity structuring and multi-unit operations.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in Taxation.
• CPA certification.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of tax professionals by delegating responsibilities, overseeing work quality, and supporting career growth.
• Develop and implement tax strategies for restaurant, franchise, and hospitality clients while staying current with tax laws, regulations, and planning opportunities.
• Provide consulting on complex tax matters, including mergers and acquisitions, entity restructuring, tax planning, and industry-specific credits and incentives.
• Conduct tax research to identify planning opportunities and ensure alignment with current federal and regulatory requirements.
• Review and prepare tax returns for Partnership, S-Corp, Individual, and Corporate entities, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Build and manage client relationships, serving as the primary point of contact with clients, tax authorities, and regulatory bodies.
• Train and mentor team members to strengthen their technical capabilities and professional development.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance beginning on the first day of employment.
• Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account.
• 401(k) with profit sharing.
• 9+ holidays and discretionary time off structure.
• Parental leave for primary and secondary caregivers.
• Tuition Assistance Program and CPA support program with cash incentive upon completion.
• Discretionary incentive compensation based on firm, group, and individual performance.
• Incentive compensation related to origination of new client sales.
• Wellness program.
• Flexible working environment, including remote and hybrid options.
• Competitive compensation.
• Industry-leading benefits and flexible work environment to support work/life balance.

What This Job Offers

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