Tax Manager

Position Title: Tax Manager

Location: Greenville, SC (In-Office)

Reports To: Senior Tax Manager

Overview

The Future of CPA Firms is Here Today!

Imagine working for a CPA firm where overtime during tax season is rare and where weekend work is very rarely required. A firm that exclusively serves successful business owners and their related individual tax needs, ensuring you're always working on meaningful, impactful projects.

Picture a workplace designed to operate evenly throughout the year, eliminating unnecessary disruptions and enabling employees to focus on deep work that delivers exceptional results.

That firm exists today, and we're looking for one high-performance Tax Manager to join our Greenville office.

If you are someone who:

✅ Has a proven track record of getting things done,

✅ Thrives in a collaborative, in-person office environment,

✅ Delivers 100% results with precision and professionalism,

✅ Builds strong, trust-based relationships with clients through clear and confident communication…

We want to hear from you!

What We Offer

• In-Office Collaboration: Work directly with your team and leadership in our Greenville office, building strong professional connections and fostering real-time problem-solving. This is a fully in-office role - no hybrid or remote options.
• Modern Office Environment: Our workspace is designed to support productivity, focus, and meaningful collaboration.
• Condensed Work Week: Enjoy a 32-35 hour work week with Fridays off for a true four-day work week built into your standard schedule.
• Quarterly Bonuses: First-year Tax Managers can expect a bonus of 10-15% through our short-term incentive plan.
• Work-Life Balance: With a no-weekend work policy, Fridays off, and minimal to no overtime, you can achieve professional success without sacrificing personal priorities.
• Engaging Client Work: Work exclusively with successful business owners and high-level tax engagements, where your expertise and communication skills will make a tangible impact.

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Tax Manager to join our dynamic team. This role requires a CPA and/or EA designation and is focused on delivering exceptional tax expertise to both individual and business clients. As a Tax Manager, you will oversee complex tax engagements, manage and nurture client relationships with a high degree of professionalism and clarity, and lead a team of professionals to provide outstanding service and strategic tax planning.

Strong client communication is not optional in this role; it is a core competency. The ideal candidate is as comfortable discussing complex tax strategies with a business owner as they are preparing the technical work behind it. This includes a willingness to engage clients proactively through a variety of channels. Whether by phone, text message, virtual meeting, or recorded video updates, such as Loom, to ensure clients feel informed, supported, and prioritized at every stage of the engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and manage the preparation of complex federal and state individual and business tax returns.
• Provide strategic tax planning and consulting services to clients.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for client relationships, communicating proactively, clearly, and with confidence on all tax matters.
• Conduct tax research to address client needs and ensure compliance with tax laws.
• Deliver exceptional service to high-net-worth clients, addressing their unique tax and financial needs with professionalism and responsiveness.
• Mentor and supervise junior staff members, fostering professional development.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of tax regulations and changes in tax law.
• Develop and implement efficient tax processes and workflows.
• Participate in client meetings to discuss tax strategies and planning opportunities.
• Collaborate with the Senior Tax Manager to drive departmental success.
• Occasionally, create video walkthroughs for clients reviewing their tax returns and comparing them to their tax plans.

Qualifications

• CPA and/or EA designation required.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of public accounting experience with a focus on tax.
• Exceptional client-facing communication skills - both written and verbal - are required. Experience managing direct client relationships is strongly preferred.
• UltraTax experience required.
• Tax planning experience is a plus.
• Strong technical knowledge of federal and state tax codes.
• Exceptional analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Microsoft Office Suite experience.
• QuickBooks Online experience is a plus.
• Proven leadership and team management capabilities.

Employment Details

• Type: Full-Time (32-35 hours per week; Monday-Thursday schedule - Fridays off).
• Salary: $85,000-$105,000 annually, depending on qualifications.
• Pay: Employees are paid semi-monthly via direct deposit.

Benefits

• 32-35 hour work weeks with Fridays off - no weekend work and minimal to no overtime, even during tax season.
• 20 personal days annually (vacation, sick, and personal time).
• Short and long-term disability coverage.
• $100,000 life insurance policy.
• 401(k) with a 100% match of 3% of gross earnings.
• Fitness stipend ($40 per paycheck).
• Professional dues, exam fees, and CPE reimbursement.
• Quarterly performance-based bonuses after one year of employment.
• Health reimbursement account (QSEHRA) allowances.
• Paid Holidays: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Friday before Mother's Day, Independence Day, Thanksgiving (3 days), Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day.
• Conservative business casual dress code.

Why Join Us?

At Meilinger CPA Advisors to the 1%, we are committed to fostering a culture of excellence, integrity, and continuous learning. We provide opportunities for professional growth and development while supporting a genuine work-life balance, including a four-day work week as a standard part of the role.

Join our team and help redefine what it means to be a Tax Manager in a high-performing, in-office environment!