Tax Manager

SingerLewak is a Top 100 accounting and consulting firm in the west region. Serving clients since 1959, SingerLewak has developed a reputation for excellence and expertise in the accounting and management consulting industry. Providing the services of a large firm with a blended environment of practices, services and industry specializations, SingerLewak continues to demonstrate renowned industry leadership year-over-year. The firm takes pride in client service and professional and personal advancement, as demonstrated by our SL forward program which promotes a culture of learning and growth through targeted development and leadership programs and SL Cares, together with a continual focus on client service and technological evolvement.

The manager is responsible for the efficient, accurate, complete, and timely preparation and review of tax returns. Advanced technical skills in a variety of tax and accounting areas, along with well-developed and applied management and supervisory skills are required. This position requires the ability to make decisions on all but the most unusual tax situations, while still consulting with other team members.

This position requires the manager to be in the office periodically and more often during busy seasons to meet in person with clients, and to interact and cultivate relationships with clients, fellow staff, and partners. Participation in local community events and networking is also an important part of this position.

• Performs technical tax review of tax returns.
• Provides representation and support for tax examinations of any complexity.
• Assumes responsibility for larger tax returns and delegates to the various tax preparers as deemed necessary.
• Demonstrates thorough knowledge and proficiency in advanced technical skills necessary for advising clients.
• Delegates and manages tax research projects to achieve an accurate and efficient product.
• Participates actively in client meetings and tax planning efforts to assist the Auditing and Accounting Department with larger clients.
• Assumes client service responsibility for clients the Tax Manager works directly with or clients where the responsibility is delegated from the Partner.
• Work closely with team members to complete projects, share knowledge and expertise, and help develop ideas and processes.

• Supervisory Responsibilities:
• Responsible for the development, coaching and training of Supervising Seniors, Seniors, and Staff accountants.
• Must be familiar with the qualifications of all Tax staff members for the development and instruction of their training needs.
• Participates in reviews and evaluations of the Tax Department.

• At least five to seven years' experience in public accounting, demonstrating a proven progression in tax complexity, scope, and research.
• At least two (2) years' experience representing clients before taxing authorities.
• Minimum one (1) year experience supervising and directing work of tax preparers.
• A current and valid certified public accountant’s license is required.
• Must be a member in good standing with the American Institute of CPAs.

SingerLewak is an affirmative action-equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.