Tax Manager (Athletes And Entertainers)

We are seeking Tax Managers to assist in our rapidly expanding Athletes and Entertainers practice area. This position is responsible for the review of complex individual income tax returns with multi-state filing requirements, as well as related entity level returns. The Tax Manager will provide guidance to junior level tax staff on the completion of various tax returns, be responsible for ongoing tax planning, responses to tax authority notices and inquiries and other financial issues that arise among these clients throughout the year.

BENEFITS:

• Generous paid time off and holiday time
• Reimbursement for the CPA exam
• Flexible hours and a hybrid work model
• Competitive compensation package and a broad range of insurance programs
• Discounted gym membership
• 15% referral fee for bringing in new clients
• Dress for your day attire (jeans in the office and appropriate attire at clients)
• Tuition reimbursement on degrees of Masters in Accounting and Masters in Taxation
• Fun firm sponsored social events
• Mentoring and Leadership Development Programs
• Payment of CPE and professional membership costs

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Provide supervision and on-the-job training to tax preparers
• Research and propose resolution to technical tax matters
• Respond to tax authorities appropriately
• Maintain involvement in all aspects of client relationships
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Mentor and develop the technical and professional skills of tax staff
• Demonstrate effective project management skills, inspire teamwork and responsibility with engagement team members, and use current technology and tools to enhance the effectiveness of deliverables and service
• Bring significant tax questions and suggested planning opportunities to the attention of the Tax Director or Client
• Develop ability to recognize tax issues, business problems and expanded service opportunities with existing clients
• Participate in staff performance evaluations and provide verbal and written feedback
• Review complex individual multi-state income tax returns and related corporate, partnership, trust and S-corporation tax returns prepared by experienced tax preparers
• Complete income tax projections and quarterly estimates

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Experience working with athletes and entertainers preferred
• At least 7 years of experience preparing and reviewing complex individual income tax returns with multi-state filing requirements
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and current CPA license
• Hold or working towards an advanced degree (MST or JD with Tax Emphasis) preferred
• Experience preparing and reviewing corporate, partnership and S-corporation tax returns

SKILLS:

• Strong communication skills, both oral and written
• Ability to think creatively in seeking optimal solutions for clients
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment, as well as independently
• Ability to interface with a variety of management levels
• Ability to demonstrate sound judgment and analyzing problems logically and comprehensively, distinguishing between relevant and irrelevant information
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office in particular Excel and Word, Axcess, GoSystem, tax-planning software and cloud-based tax research software
• Ability to handle sensitive/confidential matters in a tactful and discreet manner