Tax Manager

Placers Professional, on behalf of our prestigious client, is seeking an experienced Tax Manager to join their Tax Services group in Wilmington, DE, or Philadelphia, PA. This is an exceptional opportunity to work with high-net-worth individuals, entrepreneurial businesses, and family offices while contributing to a large national firm with 14 offices across the U.S.. The firm is an excellent, conservatively progressive organization that invests deeply in its staff to build talented leaders, resulting in stronger teams and a leading, trusted organization. You will join a collaborative, growth-focused environment with the resources and support needed to make a meaningful impact.

In this role, you will manage tax engagements from start to finish, providing comprehensive tax planning, compliance, and advisory services. You will serve as a trusted advisor to clients, including high-net-worth individuals, entrepreneurs, and family offices, while developing and implementing tax strategies aligned with their goals. The Tax Manager will also lead, mentor, and grow a team of professionals, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning. You will work closely with firm leadership on engagement planning, client onboarding, process improvements, and leveraging technology to streamline workflows and enhance client deliverables.

Requirements:

• CPA or EA required.
• Master’s in Taxation, JD, or related advanced credential preferred
• 5 years of progressive tax experience, ideally at a Big 4, leading regional firm, or large company with over 1 billion in revenue.
• Expertise in S corporations, partnerships, and trust taxation is essential, along with strong technical knowledge of federal, state, and local tax laws.
• proven leadership, client advisory, and communication skills, as well as a commitment to the firm’s values of fairness, honesty, respect, flexibility, and strong work ethic.
• Ability and willingness to be in the office an average of four days per week in Wilmington or Philadelphia locations, as well as a willingness to work approximately 48–50 hours per week.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a tax professional with an entrepreneurial spirit to grow with a national firm that values excellence, collaboration, and leadership development while making a tangible impact on clients and the organization.