Tax Manager

About Our Team 

At GBC, a Springline company, we’re building a firm where growth and culture go hand in hand. We partner with entrepreneurial accounting and advisory firms across the country to create something bigger together, while staying grounded in the relationships, values, and local cultures that matter most. 

Our teams have the opportunity to do meaningful work, collaborate across markets and specialties, and help shape the future of a fast-growing organization. Backed by Trinity Hunt Partners and recognized as one of Accounting Today’s fastest-growing firms, we’re creating a place where ambitious people can build rewarding, long-term careers. 

About the Role

As a Tax Manager, you’ll oversee the preparation and review of complex federal, state, and local tax returns, lead tax research initiatives, and drive tax planning and compliance strategies across a diverse client portfolio. This role requires deep technical expertise in federal and state tax regulations, strong engagement‑management skills, and the ability to partner directly with clients and internal stakeholders.

The Tax Manager provides leadership to senior and staff‑level team members, ensuring accuracy, quality, and timely delivery of all work products. You will also play a key role in identifying process improvements, managing multiple engagements simultaneously, and staying current on evolving tax laws to support informed decision‑making and firmwide compliance.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and manage multiple tax engagements, overseeing the preparation and review of complex federal, state, and local tax returns.
• Advise clients on tax‑saving strategies, planning opportunities, and innovative solutions that support compliance and drive business value.
• Conduct and review technical tax research, analysis, and written memoranda on federal and state tax matters.
• Review financial statements for accuracy, completeness, and alignment with applicable accounting standards.
• Supervise, coach, and mentor Interns, Staff, Senior Staff, and Tax Supervisors, ensuring high‑quality workpapers, consistent processes, and professional development.
• Maintain deep knowledge of current tax legislation, regulatory guidance, and emerging tax theories, applying them effectively across client engagements.
• Utilize tax research platforms, cloud‑based tools, and accounting software to support efficient, accurate engagement execution.
• Partner with clients and internal teams to manage deadlines, prioritize competing projects, and deliver high‑quality work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Apply strong problem‑solving, critical‑thinking, and analytical skills to resolve complex tax issues and support informed decision‑making.
• Uphold best practices in accounting procedures, documentation, and compliance while contributing to continuous process improvement across the tax practice.

About You

• 6 years of tax accounting experience, including 2 years of direct client management.
• Bachelor’s in Accounting or related field (CPA preferred).
• Strong technical ability to prepare and review federal and state tax returns, deep understanding of U.S. tax reform, tax theories, and applicable regulatory guidance.
• Proficient in tax research, analysis, and written memoranda; able to identify tax‑saving strategies and deliver innovative client solutions.
• Skilled in reviewing financial statements for accuracy and compliance, and in utilizing tax research tools, cloud‑based software, and accounting systems.
• Highly organized and detail‑oriented, with the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment; strong problem‑solving, critical‑thinking, and analytical skills.

Why Join Us

We’re growing rapidly and evolving, allowing our team members to share their unique perspectives, solve new challenges, and own their careers. We’re committed to supporting your happiness, health, and overall well-being by providing comprehensive benefits and perks, including: 

• Dynamic and Innovative Work: An opportunity to play a critical role within a rapidly growing firm with a supportive and collaborative culture. 
• Growth Opportunities: A dynamic and supportive environment where your contributions will directly impact the firm’s growth and success and share in the rewards. 
• Collaborative Culture: A team-oriented culture that values innovation, entrepreneurial spirit, and growth mindset.  
• Competitive Compensation: A comprehensive salary and benefits package, including performance-based incentives and growth opportunities. 

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