What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tax Manager position at Trueline?
A well-established public accounting firm serving small businesses and individual clients, is seeking a Tax Manager to join the team in the Myrtle Beach, SC area. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced tax professional who enjoys both hands-on tax work and mentoring others, with a clear path for increased responsibility and long-term growth within a collaborative firm.
What You'll Do as the Tax Manager:
- Prepare and review complex federal and state business and individual tax returns
- Oversee the work of tax preparers and provide guidance, coaching, and quality review
- Manage a mix of business and personal tax engagements
- Review returns including 1120, 1120S, 1065, Schedule C, and 1040 filings
- Serve as a trusted advisor to small business and individual clients
- Identify tax planning opportunities and help clients navigate tax-related challenges
- Ensure compliance with changing federal and state tax regulations
- Collaborate with firm leadership on workflow management and client service initiatives
- Help develop and improve internal tax processes and best practices
Must-Haves as the Tax Manager:
- 5 years of tax preparation experience in public accounting
- 5 years reviewing tax returns prepared by other professionals
- Strong experience with both business and individual tax returns
- Expertise with federal and state tax compliance
- Experience reviewing forms including 1120, 1120S, 1065, Schedule C, and 1040 returns
- Public accounting experience required
- Working knowledge of QuickBooks
- Experience with tax preparation software such as ProSeries
- Strong communication and client relationship skills
Nice-to-Haves as the Tax Manager:
- Active CPA license
- CPA candidate currently pursuing licensure
- Experience mentoring junior tax professionals
- Prior leadership or supervisory experience
- Interest in taking on increasing responsibility and career advancement opportunities
- Relocation interest for candidates outside the Myrtle Beach area
They Offer:
- Competitive base salary of $90,000-$150,000 , depending on experience
- Performance-based bonus opportunities twice per year
- Relocation assistance available for the right candidate
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Employer-paid portion of medical coverage
- 401(k) with 6% company match
- Strong work-life balance compared to many public accounting environments
- Private office space for employees
- High level of autonomy and flexibility
- Close-knit, collaborative team environment
- Long-term growth and advancement opportunities
Salary : $90,000 - $150,000