Senior Tax Manager

The Senior Tax Manager plays a critical role in the firm’s tax practice serving as a technical

expert, strategic advisor, and team mentor. This position focuses on high-level tax review,

advanced technical problem-solving, and shaping the firm’s approach to complex tax matters.

The ideal candidate is a forward-thinking professional who combines deep technical mastery

with a passion for developing people and improving processes.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Review & Tax Strategy-

● Lead the technical review of complex and high-value tax returns, including Forms 1040,

1065, 1120, 1120-S, 1041, and 990, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and strategic

alignment.

● Apply in-depth knowledge of tax law to identify issues, evaluate alternative treatments,

and provide innovative, research-backed recommendations.

● Serve as a go-to technical resource for staff and partners, interpreting new tax

legislation, court cases, and IRS rulings.

● Oversee the consistent application of best practices, templates, and procedures to

ensure firmwide accuracy and efficiency.

● Develop and implement forward-looking tax strategies for individuals and business

entities, helping clients minimize liabilities and plan proactively.

● Take ownership of complex or specialized projects, such as multi-entity structuring,

succession planning, or transaction analysis.

Client Advisory & Relationship Management-

● Partner with clients as a trusted technical advisor, delivering strategic insights and clear

explanations on complex matters.

● Collaborate with partners to design and present integrated tax strategies that align with

clients’ broader business and personal goals.

● Participate in key client meetings to communicate tax implications, planning

opportunities, and regulatory changes.

● Maintain a proactive approach to client service by anticipating needs, identifying risks,

• and suggesting process or policy improvements.

Team Development & Technical Coaching-

● Provide hands-on mentoring and technical coaching to tax staff and seniors, building

their technical acumen and professional confidence.

● Review and provide structured feedback on staff workpapers, offering clear, educational

guidance rather than transactional corrections.

● Support training initiatives and help design internal technical development programs for

the tax team.

● Model a calm, solutions-oriented leadership style that promotes learning, accountability,

and teamwork.

What You Bring

● 7 years of progressive public accounting experience in tax preparation and review.

● Proven strength in technical tax analysis and interpreting complex regulations.

● CPA license required or in active pursuit.

● Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

● Demonstrated expertise in multi-entity and multi-state taxation, and experience with

high-net-worth individuals, partnerships, and S-corporations.

● Strong research, writing, and documentation skills for technical memos and client

correspondence.

● Proficiency in Thomson Reuters UltraTax, Engagement Manager, GoFileRoom, and

QuickBooks.

● Natural coach and team builder — able to train, guide, and inspire junior professionals.

● Tech-forward mindset and eagerness to explore automation, data analytics, and

emerging tools in tax compliance and planning.

● Strategic thinker with the ambition to lead a tax department and contribute to the firm’s

overall direction.

Why You’ll Love Working at RYBD

● Manageable busy seasons – no required Saturdays, limited overtime

● People-first culture – collaborative, supportive, grounded

● Best of Gwinnett award winner 12 years

● Community-minded team that celebrates and supports one another

● Real mentorship professional growth pathways

● Direct access to partners and decision-makers

● Accountability structure that provides clarity & focus

● Advisory-forward approach with meaningful client relationships

● Technology-forward firm that invests in efficiency

● 65 years of stability with a growth-minded future