Tax Manager/Senior Tax Manager

You've built a strong career in public accounting. You know tax inside and out — from complex returns to strategic planning conversations that actually move the needle for your clients. But maybe you're looking for something more: a place where your entrepreneurial instincts are celebrated, where you have a real voice in shaping the future of a practice, and where a clear path to ownership is on the table.

Riley and Company, a well-established and respected small accounting firm in Stroudsburg, PA, is looking for a Tax Manager or Senior Tax Manager to step into a pivotal leadership role. With a long-tenured tax partner retiring, this is a rare opportunity to inherit a loyal, established client base — and grow it. 

From the beginning in 1969, John J. Riley, CPA opened the firm with a deep commitment to quality, honesty, integrity and core values embedded in its foundation. Those principles have guided Riley and Company, Inc for more than five decades and have been intentionally carried forward through the shareholders. As leadership has evolved, each new generation has upheld and strengthened these values ensuring they remain the heart of Riley and Company, Inc as we continue to serve our clients, community and families.

The Opportunity

This isn't a seat-filler role. We're looking for someone who wants to build something. You'll be the face of our tax practice — mentoring a small, talented team, deepening relationships with existing clients, and actively developing new business in the community. For the right person, ownership is the goal, not just a distant possibility.  

What this role offers:

• A clear, defined path to ownership for a proven performer

• A book of established clients across high-net-worth individuals, closely-held businesses, and professional services firms

• The autonomy to shape and grow the tax practice your way

• A hybrid work arrangement that respects your time and life outside the office

• A firm culture that is genuinely collaborative, close-knit, and free of big-firm burnout

• Competitive compensation: $140,000–$160,000 base, plus bonus and a strong benefits package. Flexible based on experience.  

• CPE is covered, plus opportunities to attend industry conferences 

What makes us Unique

• 55 hours per week maximum total time (not billable) during busy season - February-April 15th 

• Minimum 37.5 hours per week and a 45 maximum total hours per week in off-season.  

• Flexible hours- we’re in the office during core hours of 10-3 to maximize collaboration opportunities. The rest of your time is up to you.  

What You'll Do

Client Service & Tax Practice Leadership

• Oversee and review the preparation of federal, state, and local tax returns for individuals, trust, partnerships, S-corps, and closely-held businesses

• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients — proactively bringing planning ideas, identifying tax-saving opportunities, and anticipating regulatory changes that affect their businesses

• Manage complex tax engagements from planning through delivery, maintaining accuracy, compliance, and exceptional client experience

• Support clients during audits and IRS/state notices, serving as their primary point of contact

Business Development & Community Engagement

• Actively participate in local business organizations, professional associations, and community events to build the firm's presence and generate referral relationships

• Develop and nurture relationships with attorneys, financial advisors, and other referral sources

• Identify and pursue new client opportunities that align with the firm's areas of strength

• Play a direct role in the growth strategy of the tax practice, bringing ideas and executing on them

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop a small team of tax professionals, fostering a culture of accountability, growth, and collaboration

• Provide timely, constructive feedback and actively invest in the professional development of staff

• Delegate effectively and manage workflow across multiple engagements to ensure timely, high-quality delivery

Strategy & Operations

• Contribute to firm-level strategy, including practice development, process improvement, and long-term planning

• Stay current on tax law changes and proactively communicate implications to clients and staff

• Support technology and process improvements that increase efficiency and quality of service

What You Bring

• Active CPA license required

• 10 years of progressive public accounting experience with a strong focus on tax

• Deep expertise in individual, partnership, and corporate/S-Corp taxation — with exposure to high-net-worth and closely-held business clients

• Proven ability to manage and develop client relationships, with a service-first mindset

• An entrepreneurial spirit: you see opportunity, you act on it, and you're comfortable being visible in the community

• A technology and process improvement focused mindset- we are currently using and looking to expand use of Secure AI and other technologies to improve efficiency

• Strong leadership presence and experience managing and mentoring tax staff

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills — you can explain complex tax issues clearly to clients and colleagues alike

• Sound judgment, strong analytical thinking, and the ability to make confident decisions

• Self-motivated, organized, and accountable — you take ownership and follow through

• Proficiency in tax software (CCH Axcess preferred); strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office

Why Riley and Company

We've been part of the Stroudsburg community for 57 years, and we're proud of the relationships we've built — with our clients and with each other. We're a small firm, which means your contributions matter, your voice is heard, and your growth is personal to us.

• Hybrid work schedule — flexibility that fits your life

• Competitive salary ($140K–$160K) plus bonus eligibility

• Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance

• Simple IRA plan with employer contribution

• Generous PTO – 3 weeks’ vacation to start with increase after five years

• Eight Paid holidays including the week between Christmas and New Years

• A genuine, supportive team — no politics, no burnout culture

• A real opportunity with a firm that is ready to grow