Tax Senior Associate​/Tax Manager

We’relooking for an experienced, proactiveTax Senior Associate orTax Managerwho is part of a high-performing team, supports clients with precision and heart, andhelpsdrive the future oftaxservices at JFS.

At JFS, we do things differently.

No red tape:
If you see a better way—we want you to run with it.

Remote flexibility:
Lead and grow without being stuck in a traditional office grind.

Purposeful leadership:Shape systems and make a real impact on client success.

JFS Consulting is a well-established management consulting firm, founded in 2018, witha strong reputation for delivering tailored, results-driven strategies to businesses across a range of industries. We specialize in supporting rural healthcare hospitals and service-based organizations. JFS offers services such as financial consulting, tax strategy, long-term planning, operational efficiencies and financial transformation, and Fractional and Advisory CFO services.

As aTax Senior Associate/ Tax Manager,you’lloversee a portfolio of business and individual clients,leading the delivery of tax planning, compliance, and advisory services. You will play a key role in ensuringaccurateandtimelyfilings, providing proactive tax strategy recommendations, and mentoring staff. Acting as the bridge between senior leadership and associates, you will manage day-to-day client engagements while supporting broader firm initiatives and efficiency improvements.

As aTax Senior Associate/ Tax Manager,you’llwork with a high performing team of Accounting and Financial professionals whileidentifyingand implementing processes that serve high-net-worth individuals and businesses. Your leadership will be key to delivering exceptionaltaxservices, drivingthecompliancefunctionfor clients including supervising the preparation and technical review of individual, partnership, pass-through entities, and corporate tax returns.

• Ensure timely,accurate completion of client services: payroll, A/P, A/R, bookkeeping.
• Prepare and review financial statements, reports, and analyses for both internal and external stakeholders.
• Oversee month-end and quarter-end financial processes, ensuring reconciliations and documentation meet compliance standards.
• Review financial data toidentifyopportunities for tax efficiency and improved reporting accuracy.
• Collaborate with Accounting and Finance teams to ensure integrated financial and tax strategies.

• Lead client onboarding and kickoff meetings with the Sales Team,establishing strong rapport and setting expectations.
• Serve as the primary day-to-day contact for assigned clients,maintaining clear communication and ensuring satisfaction.
• Conduct quarterly client meetings to review year-to-date business and personal income, discuss tax projections, and provide consulting points.
• Prepare and review complex business and individual income tax returns, including corporations, partnerships, and high-net-worth individuals.
• Ensure client compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations.
• Review and approve staff-prepared returns and financial documents for accuracy, completeness, and audit readiness.
• Conduct research on complex or unique tax issues and summarize findings for clients and leadership.
• Prepare responses to tax agency notices and communicate directly with taxing authorities as needed.
• Oversee preparation and submission of state sales tax reports.
• Maintainaccurateclient tax databases, logs, and document records.
• Identify and implement tax reduction and planning strategies aligned with client goals.
• Supervise, train, and mentortaxstaff and senior associates, providing review and professional development guidance.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to refine firm processes, SOPs, and quality control standards.
• Assist with preparation and review of monthly or quarterly financial statements and board packages.
• Perform other duties as assigned related to tax, accounting, and strategic initiatives.

• Strong leadership and supervisory skills with the ability to coach, mentor, and develop staff.
• Deep knowledge of tax laws and accounting principles.
• Proven ability to manage multiple engagements, deadlines, and…