Tax Manager

At Blankenship CPA Group, PLLC, our roots are deeply planted in serving Nashville's growing business and professional community. Blankenship is a Top Ten Nashville public accounting firm of 200 professionals. We serve our clients' Tax, Audit, Accounting, and Consulting needs in the Nashville, Tennessee, and Middle-South markets through our experienced accountants in our Brentwood, Columbia, Dickson, Goodlettsville, Mt. Juliet, Nashville, and Murfreesboro offices.
 

Blankenship is seeking a full-time Tax Manager. This role is based at our Goodlettsville office. We are a growing firm and find various tax backgrounds attractive. With strong performance, there is an excellent opportunity for advancement. At Blankenship, you will find a People First culture and wonderful clients to serve.
 

This role can be tailored to align with the right candidate's experiences and specialties.
 

Key responsibilities include:
 

Tax Planning and Strategy:
 

• Develop and implement tax strategies to minimize tax liabilities for clients.
• Conduct tax research and analysis to identify potential tax savings opportunities.
• Advise clients on complex tax issues, including mergers, acquisitions, and reorganizations.
   

Tax Compliance:
 

• Oversee the preparation and review of federal, state, and local tax returns for individuals and businesses.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable tax laws and regulations.
• Monitor and respond to tax notices and audits.
   

Team Leadership:
 

• Manage and mentor a team of tax professionals, including assigning work, reviewing performance, and providing training and development opportunities.
• Foster a positive and collaborative team culture.
   

Client Relationship Management:
 

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients.
• Proactively communicate with clients to address their tax needs and concerns.
• Provide exceptional client service and exceed client expectations.
   

Business Development:
 

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities.
• Attend CPE and client events and build relationships with industry professionals.

Key experiences and skills include:
 

• CPA certification required.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in public accounting.
• Strong technical knowledge of tax laws and regulations.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.  
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and tax software.
• Ability to be self-directed with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work well within a team and positively contribute to the culture.
   

Blankenship CPA Group offers an excellent compensation & benefits package and more including:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life
• Disability - Short & Long Term
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Professional training
• License reimbursements
• Bonus opportunities
• Growth opportunities
• Flexible work schedules
• People First culture