Tax Manager

Education Level Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
Category Tax Manager - Tax## Description At Archer Lewis, we’re proud of our rapid growth and success as we seek to serve local businesses and their owners across the country. We’re looking for passionate individuals to help us on our mission of freeing up our clients to focus on their passions. If you’re seeking a rewarding career in a thriving firm where your expertise and contributions truly make an impact, Archer Lewis is the place for you.
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* Who We Are:

** Archer Lewis is driven by the simple mission of helping local businesses and their owners spend less time on tax and accounting and more time on their passions. As one of the fastest-growing accounting firms in the country, we are delivering our exceptional client service to new clients every day. With a focus on integrity and humility, we’ve built a culture where our people are empowered to grow professionally and deliver value to clients across a variety of industries.

As we expand our national footprint, we’re dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of accounting while fostering an environment that supports teamwork, development, and career advancement.
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* Job Summary:

** We are seeking an experienced and strategic Tax Manager. This critical management role is responsible for overseeing all aspects of tax compliance, reporting, planning, and strategy for the organization or its clients. The ideal candidate will possess deep technical expertise in tax law, exceptional leadership skills, and the ability to drive efficient processes and ensure strict adherence to all regulatory requirements.

In a small CPA firm environment, this role will also require hands-on involvement in client engagements, close collaboration with firm leadership, and a strong commitment to delivering personalized, high-quality client service.
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* Key Responsibilities:

**** Team Leadership and Management:
** Supervise, mentor, and lead the tax department team (including senior and staff accountants). Manage performance, delegate tasks effectively, and foster a collaborative and high-performing environment. Provide ongoing training and technical guidance, conduct performance evaluations, assist with staff development and retention, and promote accountability and continuous improvement within the team.
** Tax Compliance & Reporting Oversight:
** Manage the accurate and timely preparation and review of all federal, state, local, and potentially international tax returns for various entity types (C-Corp, S-Corp, Partnership, Individual, etc.). Ensure full compliance with applicable tax laws and regulations, monitor filing deadlines, review work papers for accuracy and completeness, and maintain strong quality control standards across all engagements.
** Tax Planning & Strategy:
** Develop and implement effective tax planning strategies to optimize the tax position and minimize liabilities while remaining fully compliant with all tax laws. Advise business owners and high-net-worth individuals on entity structuring, transactional planning, estimated tax projections, and long-term strategic initiatives that align with their financial goals.
** Technical Expertise & Research:
** Serve as the subject matter expert on complex tax matters. Conduct and supervise technical tax research and clearly document findings and conclusions for management or client review. Stay current with changes in federal and state tax legislation, interpret new guidance, and communicate implications to clients and internal team members.
** Auditing and Controversy:
** Manage all aspects of federal and state tax audits, acting as the primary liaison between the firm/company, clients, and tax authorities (IRS, state DORs). Respond to notices and inquiries, prepare supporting documentation, negotiate resolutions when appropriate, and guide clients through the audit and appeals process.
** Accounting for Income Taxes (ASC 740):
** Oversee the quarterly and annual tax provision calculations and ensure accurate financial statement reporting and disclosures related to income taxes. Review deferred tax calculations, evaluate uncertain tax positions, and coordinate…