SingerLewak

Accounting and management consulting services.

Tax Manager

Tax AccountingConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-time$144k - $184k /yrHybrid

About the Job

Requirements

At least five to seven years of experience in public accounting, demonstrating a proven progression in tax complexity, scope, and research.
At least one year of experience supervising and directing the work of tax preparers.
A bachelor's degree in accounting is required.
A current and valid certified public accountant's license is required.

Responsibilities

Prepare clients' tax returns efficiently, accurately, completely, and on time, making decisions on all but the most unusual tax situations.
Perform technical tax review and approval of tax returns and governmental tax examinations of any complexity.
Assume full responsibility for larger tax returns and delegate work to tax preparers as needed.
Demonstrate proficiency in advanced technical skills necessary for advising clients.
Perform client service tasks and ensure assignments are completed within budgeted time.
Participate actively in client meetings and tax planning efforts to assist the Auditing and Accounting Department with larger clients.
Act as a resource for tax preparers, specialists, and Auditing and Accounting staff on specific tax issues and questions.
Assume tax preparation responsibility for more complex business returns.
Assume client service responsibility for clients worked with directly or delegated from the Partner.
Communicate important tax matters and developments affecting the firm's clients to appropriate firm personnel.
Delegate and manage governmental tax examinations and, when appropriate, represent clients before taxing authorities.
Manage the flow of tax returns through the preparation system to ensure accurate, complete, and timely preparation and delivery.
Ensure accurate and timely billing and collection processes.
Research and evaluate tax preparation and tax research software for recommendation to partners.
Participate in firm practice development through involvement with referral sources, community, and industry activities.
Develop, coach, and train Supervising Seniors, Seniors, Semi-seniors, and Staff accountants; understand their qualifications and training needs.
Participate in reviews and evaluations of the Tax Department.

Desired Qualifications

A master's degree in taxation is preferred.

Salary Range: 144000 to 184000 (Currency: USD) (Pay period: per-year-salary)

SingerLewak is a Top 100 accounting and consulting firm primarily operating in the western region. Serving clients since 1959, SingerLewak has developed a reputation for excellence and expertise in the accounting and management consulting industry. Providing the services of a large firm with a blended environment of practices, services and industry specializations, SingerLewak continues to demonstrate renowned industry leadership year-over-year. The firm takes pride in client service and professional and personal advancement, as demonstrated by our SL forward program which promotes a culture of learning and growth through targeted development and leadership programs and SL Cares, together with a continual focus on client service and technological evolution.

The Manager is responsible for the efficient, accurate, complete, and timely preparation of all clients’ tax returns. The Manager makes decisions on all but the most unusual tax situations.

Responsibilities

Performs technical tax review and approval of all tax returns and governmental tax examinations of any complexity.
Assumes full responsibility for larger tax returns and delegates to the various tax preparers as deemed necessary.
Demonstrates thorough knowledge and proficiency in advanced technical skills necessary for advising clients.
Performs all tasks related to client service and sees that assignments are accomplished within budgeted time.
Participates actively in client meetings and tax planning efforts to assist the Auditing and Accounting Department with larger clients.
Acts as a resource for tax preparers/specialists and A&A staff on specific tax issues and/or questions.
Assumes tax preparation responsibility for the more complex business returns.
Assumes client service responsibility for clients the Tax Manager works directly with or clients where the responsibility is delegated from the Partner.
Communicates to the appropriate firm personnel important tax and tax developments affecting the firms’ clients.
Delegates and manages governmental tax examinations; may represent the client before the appropriate taxing authorities.
Assumes responsibility for smooth flow of tax returns through the tax preparation system to assure accurate, complete and timely preparation and delivery of all clients’ tax returns.
Adheres to accurate and timely billing and collection processes are made.
Researches and evaluates tax preparation and tax research software for recommendation to partners.
Participates in firm practice development efforts through involvement with referral sources, community and industry activities.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Responsible for the development, coaching and training of Supervising Seniors, Seniors, Semi-seniors and Staff accountants.
Must be familiar with the qualifications of all Tax staff members for the development and instruction of their training needs.
Participates in reviews and evaluations of the Tax Department.

Qualifications

At least five to seven years' experience in public accounting, demonstrating a proven progression in tax complexity, scope, and research.
Minimum one (1) year experience supervising and directing work of tax preparers.
Bachelor’s degree in accounting required, master’s degree in taxation preferred.
A current and valid certified public accountant’s license is required.

SingerLewak is an affirmative action-equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

About the Company

SingerLewak

Accounting and management consulting services.

SingerLewak delivers accounting and management consulting services to businesses and individuals, offering assurance, tax, and advisory services across a blend of practices and industry specializations. Its approach combines the resources of a large firm with an entrepreneurial culture, enabling teams to tailor solutions to each client and guide their decisions with expert analysis. The firm differentiates itself through long-standing experience (since 1959), leadership in its region, and recognition as a top employer and top firm in its field. Its goal is to help clients improve decision-making and achieve growth by providing comprehensive, client-focused accounting and advisory support.

Company size: 501-1,000
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Los Angeles, CA
Founded: 1959

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