Tax Manager, New York, to $150k

About The Opportunity

A premier professional services firm headquartered in New York City is actively seeking a seasoned Tax professional for a Managerial position specializing in Real Estate. In this role, the Tax Manager is responsible for directing several engagements simultaneously or sometimes a single large engagement, coordinating and supervising the Tax Seniors and/or Tax Supervisors assigned to the specific engagements. They will be expected to promote the most efficient operation of the Firm.

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

Professional Services Firm

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Tax Manager will:
• Maintain steady contact with assigned clients throughout the business year
• Complete technical review of tax returns
• Follow the progress of the work in relation to budgeted time and scheduled date of completion
• Keep the Partner informed on a timely basis as to all important engagement developments
• Develop rapport with clients on business matters
• Deal directly with the client’s attorneys, taxing agents and other third parties
• Supervise the preparation of tax returns
• Submit the final bill with a comparison of time budgeted and the time actually spent, to the Partner for review and approval
• Enhance the Firm’s reputation and their own by conducting seminars, making speeches and having articles published in professional journals.
• Assist/participate with practice development and firm management
• Network to develop a list of contacts and begin cultivating relationships
• Plan and organize work assignments

REQUIRED SKILLS
• 8-12 years of experience in accounting
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting
• CPA designation or JD
• Exposure to tax preparation and research software
• Strong analytical skills
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Polished and professional demeanor
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Detail-oriented
• Highly organized

Desired Skills
• Prior experience in Public Accounting
• Combination of CPA and JD
• Real Estate experience