What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tax Manager position at JHM Certified Public Accountants?
*Chattanooga Location*
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We value hiring individuals with a growth mindset and are looking to add to our practice, so if you have an innate curiosity for solving problems and creating solutions—JHM is the place for you!
TAX MANAGER
This Tax Manager role is a great opportunity for anyone passionate about tax and is looking to step into a highly visible role with sophisticated clients. You would be joining a family-oriented office in Chattanooga while receiving support from seasoned industry professionals in the market and offering mentorship to Staff and Senior team members. The Manager views the development and training of team members as a very important part of career and necessary to advance to senior management level positions within the firm.
SCOPE OF WORK
- Act as a go to resource for research, technical, and reporting issues for clients
- Identify and assist with implementation of tax planning and saving strategies for clients
- Represent clients before the IRS and state tax authorities
- Prepare and/or review individual and business tax returns
- Manage multiple tax engagements and supervise staff
- Build strong team relationships and satisfy other functions as needs arise
- Provides mentorship opportunities to Staff and Senior Accountants as well as seasonal interns
- Work diligently building relationships with key stakeholders at client organizations to continue to foster a long-term partnership between the JHM Tax Department and external clients. High-performing individuals will be alert to client needs for the possible expansion of services to other JHM service lines
- Adhere to JHM’s defined processes and procedures including the firm's policy on privacy and client confidentiality.
IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field required
- 5 years of public accounting experience required
- CPA preferred
- Proficient with tax software such as ProSystems and RIA a plus
- Experience with tax aspects of business transaction issues, including shareholder transactions, etc.
- Experience with mentoring, training, and developing tax professionals
OUR BENEFITS
We value our employees and offer a variety of attractive benefits, in addition to being part of a high-powered, effective team! Here are just a few of our attractive benefits:
- Health, Dental, Rx and Vision Insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA); Employer contribution
- Paid-Time-Off policy
- 401(K) profit sharing plan with employer match after one year
- Life Insurance
- Long-term Disability Insurance
- Continuing Professional Education
- Mentor Programs
- Work from home policy
DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION AT JHM
Commitment to our team members, clients, and the communities in which we work. At JHM, 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 JHM by connecting us with our community and driving innovation.
*JHM 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.*