Tax Manager

Boyum Barenscheer is your local, trusted accounting firm with 50 years of experience providing audit, tax, and advisory services to businesses across a variety of industries. We focus on building strong relationships and offering tailored solutions that help our clients succeed in an ever-changing business landscape.

Caring and Thoughtful | Get Things Done | Work with Purpose

Summary

The Tax Manager plays a critical role in overseeing tax compliance, planning, and strategy for clients while ensuring alignment with the firm’s philosophy, policies, and financial objectives. This role requires deep technical expertise and an understanding of economic and regulatory trends that may impact clients. The Tax Manager develops and implements tax strategies to minimize liabilities, ensures adherence to evolving tax laws, and provides guidance to both clients and internal teams. Additionally, they mentor and supervise staff, foster professional development, and contribute to process improvements to enhance efficiency and service quality.

Responsibilities

Business Development

• Oversees client engagements, including tax planning, scheduling, and managing IRS/state audits, ensuring compliance and efficiency.
• Serves as the primary point of contact for clients, responding promptly to inquiries and managing tax engagements with proactive communication.
• Develops and maintains strong client relationships, gaining a deep understanding of their businesses to identify opportunities for additional services.
• Represents the firm at industry and regional events to strengthen client relationships and support business development.

Technical & Accounting Knowledge

• Leads tax compliance engagements, ensuring adherence to professional standards, deadlines, and budget expectations.
• Conducts research and provides guidance on complex tax matters, communicating findings to clients and internal teams.
• Stays current with evolving tax laws and industry regulations, applying this knowledge to client engagements.

Engagement & Leadership

• Provides training, mentorship, and supervision to staff, fostering professional growth through career coaching and technical expertise.
• Attains industry-specific knowledge through continuous professional education.
• Participates in community and firm-sponsored initiatives to enhance visibility and strengthen professional networks.

Qualifications and Education

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting preferred.
• Active CPA licensure required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, with an emphasis on Excel and QuickBooks.
• Requires at least seven (7) years of public accounting experience.
• Previous supervisory experience required.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Physical Demands

• Required to sit for long periods.
• Extensive computer, keyboard, and mouse use.
• Occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

This description covers the primary purpose and principal duties of the job. It is not intended to give all the details or a step-by-step account of the way each procedure or task is performed.

Salary Range: $100,000 – $150,000

The stated salary range reflects the compensation for this position at the time of posting. Final offers will be determined by the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and location.

Why Boyum is right for you

• Aligned values. Here at Boyum we’re all about Getting Things Done, Working with Purpose, and being Caring and Thoughtful for our team and our clients.
• Work Life Balance. Enjoy 20 days of PTO plus 9 paid holidays to unplug and refresh.
• Health is a priority. Firm paid medical plans*, HSA and FSA options, Dental, Vision, and Nice Healthcare.
• Prepare for the future. 401(k) with a company safe harbor contribution, access to Boyum Barenscheer Wealth Management, Identity Protection, and more.
• Get rewarded for continuing education. CPA assistance and completion bonus, access to Becker learning platform, and tuition reimbursement.
• Flexibility to match your lifestyle. Depending on the role and location, we offer opportunities for in-office, hybrid, and remote work arrangements.

Boyum is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in our workforce. We encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply.

*For applicable individual only medical plans.