Senior Tax Manager - Covington, LA

Job Title

Senior Tax Manager – Mauldin & Jenkins, LLC

• Act as a supervisor to ensure client work is performed within time, scope, and budget.
• See the big picture for the client’s business, objectives, and industry; think creatively to solve business problems and manage team conflict.
• Manage engagement and client expectations, ensure satisfaction, and communicate upward.
• Build and maintain client relationships through direct contact at appropriate levels, consistently providing timely responses to client and internal requests.
• Additional duties as assigned.
• Assess problem/issue materiality and interpret implications for the client; understand the client’s tolerance for risk.
• Lead client meetings.
• Build knowledge of the firm’s services and effectively present ideas to clients that result in additional services.
• Research and review work papers for book-to-tax differences.
• Apply relevant tax law to particular clients and circumstances.
• Demonstrate an understanding of and apply tax planning concepts.
• Maintain a strong understanding of tax codes, regulations, rulings, and case law.
• Recognize industry trends and identify opportunities for savings and risk reduction applicable to the client’s business and tax burden.
• Review research findings, tax returns, and client tax work papers; ensure conclusions are consistent with firm policies and professional standards, determining implications and the best course of action for the client.
• Understand and follow all firm policies, AICPA ethics rules, Circular 230, 6694, and other professional standards.
• Seek business development opportunities through new or existing contacts.
• Understand our business, how we generate profit, and act quickly to capitalize on opportunities.

• Undergraduate degree required;
  Master’s preferred.
• CPA required.
• 7+ years of tax experience required.
• Comprehensive understanding of tax code/rules and implications.
• Experience preparing returns and researching complex tax issues.
• Strong interpersonal and analytical skills.

In addition to on‑the‑job training, you will attend industry‑specific training and receive many hours of cutting‑edge technology training each year.

Competitive.

At M&J, we encourage a healthy work/life balance by providing you with the tools, compensation, and benefits to achieve a high quality of life.

Your goals and ideas matter at Mauldin & Jenkins. You are an integral part of our team, working with like‑minded professionals in a technologically advanced, dynamic, and friendly environment. Your voice matters and we continually listen to improve the company and its employees.

Seniority Level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type:

Full‑time
Job Function:
Accounting/Audit and Finance
Industries:
Accounting

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