Tax Manager

DWC CPAs and Advisors • Glenwood Springs, CO

21d

About The Position

DWC CPAs and Advisors is seeking a passionate and talented Tax Manager to join their dynamic team. This role is for individuals who aspire to grow personally and professionally and are dedicated to making a positive impact on the team, clients, and communities. DWC is recognized as a Top 300 Public Accounting Firm.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required
• Eight or more years of relevant tax experience.
• Knowledge of tax compliance and consulting principles
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to work in a team.
• Professional communication and documentation abilities.

Nice To Haves

• MBA or Masters of Accountancy preferred.
• CPA or EA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure clients comply with tax authorities while minimizing tax burdens, adhering to firm policies and professional standards.
• Conduct top-level review of Tax returns, resolving tax issues with clients and involving specialists when needed.
• Communicate identified tax accrual review issues with clients and Audit.
• Plan and review tax processes and procedures, including budgeting and staffing.
• Monitor engagement process and actual time incurred vs. budget with the assistance of Senior staff.
• Ensure timely billing and manage out-of-scope activities, communicating with clients accordingly.
• Manage client relationships and expectations in alignment with project requirements.
• Provide timely advice and guidance to clients.
• Identify research needs and provide clear analysis.
• Apply firm and professional standards for tax advice and tax returns.
• Involve firm specialists as necessary.
• Assist in developing efficient methods to reduce clients' current and future taxes.
• Serve as a technical resource and ensure compliance with Firm policies.
• Frame projects and issues for effective delegation to senior staff and associates.
• Develop an in-depth understanding of technical and practical issues in specific areas of taxation.
• Organize and conduct internal CPE training sessions in the area of specialization, involving Firm specialists.
• Introduce and develop innovative ideas to improve clients' financial positions.
• Review tax implications studies and offer alternative courses of action.
• Identify and leverage lessons learned on prior projects, offering input to improve processes and methods.
• Supervise Tax Staff and Senior Tax Staff on all projects.
• Review work prepared by Tax Staff and Senior Tax Staff and provide feedback.
• Train Tax Staff and Senior Tax Staff on all current software tools.
• Act as a Career Advisor, managing their workload and providing performance feedback.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Medical, dental, & vision
• 401k plan with employer match
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution
• Limited Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Dependent Care FSA with employer match
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and PTO advance on first day
• Paid holidays
• Professional development support
• Paid sabbaticals and ownership opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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