Tax Manager - Public

We are looking for an accomplished Tax Manager to lead public tax engagements in California. This position is ideal for someone who can balance technical tax expertise with client service, team leadership, and thoughtful planning across a wide range of entity types. The role centers on delivering accurate compliance work, advising on tax-saving opportunities, and guiding staff through complex tax matters in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities:
• Oversee the preparation and final review of federal, state, and local tax filings for individuals, corporations, partnerships, trusts, and tax-exempt organizations to ensure complete and accurate submissions.
• Design practical tax planning approaches that help reduce exposure, improve efficiency, and support client objectives throughout the year.
• Monitor updates to tax laws and regulatory guidance, evaluate how changes affect clients, and translate findings into clear recommendations and technical documentation.
• Lead responses to tax notices, examinations, and audits by coordinating with external parties and maintaining organized support throughout the process.
• Supervise tax team members and operational staff by assigning work, reviewing performance, and providing coaching that supports growth and accountability.
• Maintain detailed tax records, workpapers, and internal reports for leadership review, ensuring documentation is thorough and audit-ready.
• Partner with internal teams and clients to resolve complex tax questions, clarify filing requirements, and support timely decision-making.
• Use tax and accounting systems to manage workflows, complete filings, and improve the consistency and quality of deliverables.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related discipline.
• At least 5 years of experience in public accounting or tax management, including work with individual, corporate, partnership, fiduciary, and exempt entity returns.
• Strong command of federal, state, and local tax rules and compliance standards.
• Demonstrated experience preparing or reviewing corporate, federal, individual, partnership, sales, and trust tax returns.
• Proficiency with Lacerte, QuickBooks Desktop, QuickBooks Online, Slack, Canopy Tax, Zoom, Webex, Adobe, and Microsoft Office tools.
• Excellent analytical skills with a high level of accuracy and sound judgment when handling complex tax matters.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work well across teams and with a diverse client base.

Compensation

$115,000.00-$140,000.00 Yearly

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