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Tax Manager | Shelton, CT | $150,000 - $170,000A well-established 22-person CPA firm in Shelton, Connecticut is seeking a hybrid experienced Tax Manager to join its growing team. This opportunity is ideal for a tax professional who enjoys managing client relationships, reviewing complex tax returns, mentoring staff, and serving as a trusted advisor to high-net-worth individuals and closely held businesses. The firm is also open to considering a strong Tax Senior who is ready to take the next step and can demonstrate the technical expertise and confidence to review and sign off on final work product.
Responsibilities:
  • Manage tax engagements from start to finish
  • Serve as a trusted advisor to clients on tax and financial matters
  • Collaborate with attorneys, financial advisors, and other outside professionals
  • Review and prepare complex individual, corporate, partnership, trust, estate, and gift tax returns
  • Develop and implement tax planning strategies for high-net-worth individuals and business owners
  • Conduct tax research and communicate findings to clients and firm leadership
  • Review and respond to federal and state tax notices
  • Mentor, train, and develop tax staff
  • Manage multiple projects while ensuring deadlines and client expectations are met
Qualifications:
  • 7+ years of public accounting tax experience preferred
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting or a related fieldCPA preferred, but flexibility for the right candidate
  • Strong technical tax knowledge across individual and business taxation
  • Experience reviewing returns and delivering a high-quality final product
  • UltraTax experience is a plus
  • Proficiency with QuickBooks, Microsoft Office, and tax software platforms
  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills
Additional Details:
  • Base Compensation $150,000 - $170,000 Approximately 90% review / 10% preparation
  • Dedicated portfolio of business and individual clients
  • Strong preference for candidates with review experience
  • Open to candidates from larger firms, including Big 4 backgrounds, who can demonstrate the ability to transition into a more hands-on, client-facing environment
Benefits:
  • 401(k) with employer match and profit sharing
  • Employer-paid health insurance for employees
  • Paid time off
  • Flexible work hours
  • Business casual environment
  • Collaborative and supportive culture
  • Clear opportunity for long-term growth and advancement
If you're looking to join a respected CPA firm where you can make an immediate impact, build lasting client relationships, and play a key role in a growing tax practice, let's connect.

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