LBMC OVERVIEW

At LBMC, we are built on individuals with entrepreneurial spirits. Our offices are in growth mode and from 2020-2021 we grew more than 25%, ranked in the top 5 for pacesetters in the US, named #3 public accounting firm in the Southeast, and jumped 8 places in Accounting Today's Top 100 firms list - landing at #34 nationally. LBMC values hiring individuals with a growth mindset and are looking to add to our industry-leading practice, so if you have an innate curiosity for solving problems and creating solutions—LBMC is the place for you!

LBMC offers industry-leading benefits for employees including flexible work schedules, mentorship programs, dynamic technology solutions, financial incentives for training/certifications, and vibrant company events. Unique to the public accounting space, LBMC offers professional growth opportunities through curated organizations such as the Women’s Initiative Network, Lending Hands community initiative, Rising Stars Training, and robust Talent Development offerings.

OPPORTUNITY

This Senior Tax Manager role is a unique opportunity for anyone passionate about tax and is looking to step into a highly visible role with sophisticated clients. Candidates will join a progressive office in Nashville and will be fully responsible for directing and managing a diverse set of tax engagements, working with both business and individual clients across a wide range of industries.

LBMC Senior Tax Managers are client-service handlers, technicians, business developers, and mentors, focused on continuously developing both individual and team expertise to fully support existing and future client projects. Impactful Managers at LBMC act as technical advisors in providing advice or research assistance to others with moderate to complex tax questions and effectively supervises multiple engagements at one time. High-performing candidates have a clearly defined path for advancement to Shareholder roles within LBMC.

SCOPE OF WORK

• Leads the development and delivery of services and products to LBMC clients and offers constructive ideas for improving operations and infrastructure of firm.
• Assigns appropriate personnel to client engagement projects to ensure deliverables are completed on time, within budget, and according to client and firm expectations.
• Provides mentorship opportunities to Staff, Senior Accountants, and Managers and provides opportunities for learning during client engagements.
• Offers guidance and troubleshooting support when project roadblocks occur. Remains attentive to client and employee needs and concerns.
• Runs service area meetings, continuing education requirements of employees, performance planning and evaluation of employees, recruiting and retention efforts for the firm, and other administrative tasks as deemed necessary.
• Develops proactive relationships with clients in identifying and implementing tax planning opportunities.
• Ensures clients are aware of all service offerings of the firm and remains responsive, constructive, and creative in meeting clients’ needs.
• Focused in attaining standard fees, maximizing billing, collecting fees promptly, increasing income and profit.
• Places a strong emphasis on business development and new relationship cultivation within targeted markets. Must regularly demonstrate the ability to significantly expand the work or services to new and existing clients in order to be considered for promotion to partner.
• Develops the firm’s and the Senior Manager’s reputation by conducting webinars, making speeches, writing articles, participating in leadership positions in social or community organizations, etc.
• Actively participates in the recruiting and retention of personnel. Provides meaningful and timely feedback to existing team members and focuses on the development of the future leaders.
• Keeps current on recent developments and new pronouncements in the tax field. Practically applies technical knowledge to assignments and continually refines and develops working and technical skills acquired. In situations where an area of expertise has been designated for a manager, demonstrates competency and leadership in area of specialization.
• Works diligently building relationships with key stakeholders at client organizations to continue to foster a long-term partnership between the LBMC Tax Department and external clients. High-performing individuals will be alert to client needs for the possible expansion of services to other LBMC service lines
• Adheres to LBMC’s defined processes and procedures including the firm's policy on privacy and client confidentiality. Knows and follows the rules, regulations, and the Code of Professional Conduct of the AICPA, the Tennessee Society of CPAs, the Tennessee Board of Public Accountancy, and other regulating bodies as appropriate.

IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE

• Bachelor's Degree and Licensed CPA
• 10 years of progressive tax consulting experience
• 5 years leading and training Staff and Senior Accountants in the public accounting space

Diversity and Inclusion at LBMC

Commitment to our team members, clients, and the communities in which we work. At LBMC, our mission of delivering the best to our clients and each other every day is rooted in our unique differences. Our engagement, growth and success are at their best when team members have equal opportunity and are included. Diversity brings value to LBMC by connecting us with our community and driving innovation.

*LBMC provides equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. We recruit, employ, train, compensate and promote without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic disposition, neurodiversity, disability, veteran status or any other protected category under federal, state and local law.*