Tax Manager

Tax Manager - Partner Track

Location: Middletown, CT

We're partnered with an independent Connecticut CPA firm providing audit and tax services to not-for-profit, small business, individual, and trust/estate clients. The Tax Manager is actively involved in both the preparation and review of 1120S, 1065, and 1041 returns, along with complex 1040s, and manages a portfolio of client relationships.

What You'll Do:

• Prepare and review 1120S, 1065, and 1041 returns, as well as complex individual (1040) returns
• Manage a portfolio of client relationships as the primary point of contact
• Plan and oversee tax engagements from kickoff through filing, including the September 15 and October 15 deadlines
• Supervise, train, and develop staff-level accountants
• Research tax issues and advise clients on planning strategies
• Use UltraTax to manage the return preparation and review process

What You'll Need:

• Active CPA license
• Public accounting tax experience with hands-on preparation and review responsibility, including S-corp, partnership, and trust/estate returns
• Experience with UltraTax or comparable tax preparation software
• Willingness to work an extended schedule during tax season, Monday through Saturday

What's in it for you:

• Partner Track: This is a partner-track role reporting directly to a partner who plans to retire within the next five years.
• Busy Season: Begins in late January. Managers work approximately 55 hours per week, Monday through Saturday, with Saturday capped at five hours.
• Client Mix: Caseload spans not-for-profit, small business, individual, and trust/estate work.
• Compensation: $140,000 – $160,000 depending on experience/qualifications