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Tax Manager

Zelle
Lincoln, NE Full Time
POSTED ON 9/10/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/7/2027

Position Summary

The Tax Manager provides technical tax expertise, leadership, and client service support within a public accounting environment. This role is responsible for reviewing and preparing complex tax returns, identifying tax planning opportunities, conducting tax research, and mentoring staff. The Tax Manager serves as a trusted advisor to both clients and team members while helping ensure the delivery of high-quality tax and advisory services.

Job Responsibilities

  • Review and prepare individual, business, fiduciary, and nonprofit tax returns.
  • Research complex tax issues and provide technical guidance to clients and staff.
  • Identify tax planning strategies and opportunities to minimize client tax liabilities.
  • Communicate tax implications, recommendations, and planning opportunities in a clear and practical manner.
  • Serve as a technical resource for tax compliance and advisory matters.
  • Mentor, coach, and develop tax staff through training and review feedback.
  • Collaborate with firm leadership and team members to resolve client issues and improve service delivery.
  • Maintain knowledge of current tax laws, regulations, and industry best practices.
  • Support client relationships through responsive service and technical expertise.
  • Participate in select attest and assurance engagements based on experience and firm needs.
  • Contribute to a collaborative team environment focused on quality, efficiency, and client success.

Job Requirements

  • CPA or EA designation required.
  • Public accounting tax experience with progressively increasing responsibility.
  • Strong knowledge of individual, business, fiduciary, and nonprofit taxation.
  • Advanced tax research and technical problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to identify tax planning opportunities and communicate recommendations effectively.
  • Experience reviewing complex tax returns and workpapers.
  • Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Ability to mentor, train, and develop staff.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Position Summary

The Tax Manager provides technical tax expertise, leadership, and client service support within a public accounting environment. This role is responsible for reviewing and preparing complex tax returns, identifying tax planning opportunities, conducting tax research, and mentoring staff. The Tax Manager serves as a trusted advisor to both clients and team members while helping ensure the delivery of high-quality tax and advisory services.

Job Responsibilities

  • Review and prepare individual, business, fiduciary, and nonprofit tax returns.
  • Research complex tax issues and provide technical guidance to clients and staff.
  • Identify tax planning strategies and opportunities to minimize client tax liabilities.
  • Communicate tax implications, recommendations, and planning opportunities in a clear and practical manner.
  • Serve as a technical resource for tax compliance and advisory matters.
  • Mentor, coach, and develop tax staff through training and review feedback.
  • Collaborate with firm leadership and team members to resolve client issues and improve service delivery.
  • Maintain knowledge of current tax laws, regulations, and industry best practices.
  • Support client relationships through responsive service and technical expertise.
  • Participate in select attest and assurance engagements based on experience and firm needs.
  • Contribute to a collaborative team environment focused on quality, efficiency, and client success.

Job Requirements

  • CPA or EA designation required.
  • Public accounting tax experience with progressively increasing responsibility.
  • Strong knowledge of individual, business, fiduciary, and nonprofit taxation.
  • Advanced tax research and technical problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to identify tax planning opportunities and communicate recommendations effectively.
  • Experience reviewing complex tax returns and workpapers.
  • Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Ability to mentor, train, and develop staff.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
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