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Tax Manager – Public Accounting (Balanced Workload: 40–55 Hours/Week)
Location: Buffalo, NY
Work Environment: Collaborative | Growth-Focused | Hybrid Options Available
A dynamic and expanding public accounting firm is seeking an experienced, motivated Tax Manager to join its growing team. This firm is committed to delivering proactive, high-quality tax planning and compliance services to a wide range of clients, while fostering a supportive, team-oriented environment.
This role offers excellent work–life balance, with a 40-hour work week during non-peak seasons and approximately 55 hours per week during tax season, ensuring a predictable and manageable workflow throughout the year.
Key Responsibilities
Client Engagement
- Build and maintain strong client relationships through consistent communication and a deep understanding of client operations, enabling proactive identification of tax needs.
Tax Strategy
- Stay current on tax laws and regulations to provide clients with forward-thinking tax planning solutions and accurate compliance guidance.
Growth & Development
- Support business development efforts and contribute to the expansion of the firm’s client base.
Review & Supervision
- Oversee and review complex tax returns and accruals prepared by staff, including Federal and multi-state returns for corporations, S corporations, partnerships, individuals, trusts, estates, and non-profit entities.
Leadership & Mentorship
- Lead and mentor staff, promote professional growth, and help shape training programs focused on technical excellence.
Collaborative Spirit
- Work closely with leadership and colleagues to maintain a positive, communicative, and integrity-driven culture.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, or Master’s/MBA with an accounting concentration (meeting NYS 150-hour CPA educational requirement)
- 6+ years of tax accounting experience
- Strong understanding of tax regulations, compliance requirements, and best practices
- Analytical thinker with strong problem-solving abilities
- Proficient in tax preparation software and Microsoft Office Suite
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Demonstrated leadership, organizational, and project management capabilities
- Ability to collaborate in a team-focused environment
- Willingness to work on-site with some travel to client locations as needed
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive salary: $115,000 – $130,000, based on experience
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and life insurance
- Flexible spending accounts and retirement plans
- Paid parental leave
- Professional development support, including CPE, seminars, and reimbursement of professional dues and licenses
- Bonus opportunities tied to recruiting and marketing contributions
- Supportive, engaging work environment
- Clear advancement pathways within the firm
If you are a dedicated tax professional seeking a firm that values work–life balance, growth, and collaboration, we encourage you to apply. This is an outstanding opportunity to take the next step in your career with a respected and forward-thinking public accounting practice.
At Goodwin Recruiting, we are committed to our core values and providing world class customer service. We are committed to helping our clients navigate and comply with the complex and ever-changing labor laws as well as help ensure that in every hiring decision, internally and with our client partners, that all viable candidates are considered, and the most qualified candidate is offered the role. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.
JOB ID: 168601
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