Tax Manager

Join to apply for the Tax Manager role at Kamens & Associates, LLC . Location: Livingston, NJ Salary: $120,000 - $130,000 per year Job Type: Full-time Work Location: In person Job Description We are a dynamic, growing, full‑service public accounting firm headquartered in Livingston, New Jersey. From attest to tax and consulting to business valuation to small business advisory services, our firm supports our clients in a variety of ways to ensure their success, and we are committed to providing a happy, healthy, inclusive, and productive workplace. Responsibilities Assign work to team members and manage team members to ensure timely completion of assigned tasks and be a resource for team members. Maintain timely and accurate communication with team and clients to manage expectations, deadlines, and deliverables. Demonstrate advanced technical aptitude of taxation and lead preparation of complex tax returns including individuals, C‑Corp, S‑Corp, partnerships, trusts, estates, etc. Establish rapport and work directly with clients to resolve tax questions and issues; advise clients on a full spectrum of tax services including planning, research, and compliance. Top review of returns, workpapers, and issues; complete thorough review of tax workpapers on a timely basis and assure audit evidence is in accordance with firm’s documentation standards. Review the work of associates and provide feedback for corrective action. Perform extensive tax research on complex tax issues. Prepare tax projections and identify tax planning opportunities. Handle IRS, state, governmental correspondence and audits. Provide guidance/mentorship to staff and assist them in developing technical skills. Resource to partners, principals and managers for complex tax questions. Identify staffing needs and manage the interview process. Train new employees on firm technology, processes, and procedures. Engage in advanced and specific CPE to improve technical skills and provide resources for staff. Adhere to the highest degree of professional standards. Continual involvement in all aspects of billing. Identify tax risk management issues and propose potential solutions through research and collaboration with Engagement Partner. Monitor firm tracking sheets and provide periodic reports to partners and principals; ensure all clients are in the system and have been extended/completed/e‑filed. Present new ideas and improvements for ways of performing tasks to achieve firm and departmental goals. Communicate with Partner on work status and client issues that arise. Advanced knowledge of applicable accounting software (e.g., CCH Access Tax). Primary client contact and liaison for complex issues that staff are unable to resolve; communicate effectively with clients and develop positive relationships with client personnel. Maintain the Firm’s objective of integrity and follow the Firm’s core values. Demonstrate professionalism through appearance and behavior. Qualifications BS or Masters in Accounting required. CPA License required. 10+ years of progressive tax experience, including 5+ years in a similar role in Public Accounting. Prior experience managing engagements and clients. Ability to make and support decisions regarding accounting and tax matters. Sales and payroll tax experience. Ability to work independently, but also in a team environment. Ability to mentor, lead, train staff members and adapt to different learning styles of others. Excellent communication and writing skills. Working knowledge of CCH Axcess preferred. Smartsheet Experience a plus. Good organizational and project management skills. Benefits 401(k) matching. Continuing education credits. Dental insurance. Health insurance.. Vision insurance. Life insurance. Paid time off. Kamens & Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr