Tax Manager

The NW Phoenix ATLAS location is seeking an experienced Tax Manager to join our team! This is an exciting opportunity to join a family of firms across multiple states with a lot of room for advancement.

OBJECTIVE/FUNCTION:

The Tax Manager will work under the supervision of a Partner and/or Director. A Manager will support the firm’s clients in the duties listed below and provide support and leadership to the staff they work with. Some duties listed below are subject to the department the Manager primarily manages.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES:

• Assist with client projects as assigned and function as the lead for the client relationships.
• Handle client calls as required.
• Work with the team on tax projects.
• Assist with workflow on office projects with team members.
• Prepare and review all types of tax returns (i.e., 1040, 1120, 1065, etc.) efficiently and effectively.
• Develop and maintain client relationships through a comprehensive knowledge of tax planning including estate planning.
• Prepare and review all accounting activities provided for a client. 
• Identify additional services needed by the client and update client in a timely manner.
• Actively play a role in ATLAS’ advisory services efforts.
• Responsible for (along with other Managers, Partners and Seniors) billing and WIP analysis.
• Participate and promote ATLAS initiatives such as the Coaching Program and other Firm activities.
• Maintain the confidentiality of all sensitive information encountered while in the performance of duties.
• Train and develop other team members.
• Identify areas of potential improvements in processes and procedures.
• Participate in occasional same-day travel for work at client office and meetings using personal vehicle.
• Increased operation hours required during tax season.
• Other tasks as assigned.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Detail-oriented, accurate, and extremely organized.
• Strong client service skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Able to set priorities and skillfully juggle multiple tasks in a fast-paced office.
• Able to work as part of a team.
• Able to lead team members and manage others’ assignments.
• Demonstrate a service mentality.
• Actively listen.
• Regularly use QuickBooks Online and Desktop with proficiency.
• Knowledge of GAAP.
• Knowledge of Tax Basis Accounting – Cash & Accrual.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in accounting or finance required.
• Experience with a public accounting firm required..
• International tax experience strongly preferred.
• State and local tax experience strongly preferred.
• CPA highly desirable.
• 3-5 years' experience in a similar role.