Tax Manager - Public

We are looking for an experienced Tax Manager to join our public accounting team in Madison, Wisconsin. This position plays a central role in guiding complex tax engagements, advising both business and individual clients, and helping ensure the department delivers high-quality work on schedule. The ideal candidate brings strong technical tax knowledge, leadership capability, and a client-focused approach that supports long-term relationships and continued firm growth.

Responsibilities:
• Direct the preparation and final review of a broad range of business and individual tax filings, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable standards.
• Advise clients on tax planning strategies, technical issues, and practical solutions by conducting research and translating findings into clear recommendations.
• Oversee daily tax department operations, including assignment flow, due dates, budgets, invoicing, and effective use of team capacity.
• Supervise, coach, and assess tax professionals to strengthen technical skills, accountability, and overall team performance.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and referral sources while identifying opportunities to expand services and support business development efforts.
• Keep leadership and staff informed on engagement progress, emerging concerns, and priority items to promote timely decision-making and consistent service delivery.
• Balance billable hour goals with high standards for quality, responsiveness, and turnaround time across multiple engagements.
• Uphold ethical standards, safeguard confidential information, and contribute to process improvements that enhance departmental effectiveness.
• Support work related to financial statement preparation and review as part of overall client service responsibilities.