Tax Manager - Southern CA

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Baker Tilly is a leading advisory, tax, and assurance firm that supports clients across major U.S. cities and global financial centers, delivering tax, business advisory, and assurance services through an alternative practice structure in compliance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct.

• Serve as a trusted member of the team providing tax, accounting and advisory services to middle‑market business clients.
• Oversee and provide services pertaining to accounting, bookkeeping and prepared or compiled financials.
• Review and analyze accounting records and reporting with clients, provide analysis and consultation, and communicate with client to discuss accounting and business matters.
• Deliver best‑in‑class customer service to clients at all times, with an emphasis on being responsive, timely, professional, and accurate.
• Lead and plan client engagements, and continuously evaluate processes and procedures within the client services and implementation functions with emphasis on implementing efficiencies and identification of internal control issues.
• Provide recommendations for business and process improvements based upon knowledge gained relative to the client’s operations, processes, and business objectives.
• Manage and build client relationships, act as liaison to address and resolve client issues, and assist team leaders in researching and providing additional services to clients.
• Effectively delegate and oversee work efforts by setting goals, providing resources, removing obstacles, and scheduling deadlines to meet client expectations for delivery.
• Maintain current knowledge of local, state, and federal tax practices and laws.
• Assist with managing client engagement staffing, billings/collections, and ensure client profitability targets are met.
• Utilize entrepreneurial skills to network and build strong relationships internally and externally with clients and the community.
• Invest in professional development individually and through participation in firm‑wide learning and development programs.
• Support the growth and development of team members through the Baker Tilly Care and Teach philosophy, helping associates meet their professional goals.
• Enjoy friendships, social activities, and team outings that encourage a work‑life balance.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting; master’s or advanced degree desirable.
• CPA, EA, or JD required.
• Five (5)+ years of experience providing federal and state tax compliance, accounting, and advisory services in a professional services firm.
• Two (2)+ years of supervisory experience, mentoring and counseling associates.
• Demonstrated management, analytical, organizational, interpersonal, project‑management, and communication skills.
• Ability to lead and supervise others, provide exceptional client service, and demonstrate commitment to continuous learning and quality.
• Highly developed software and Microsoft Suite skills.
• Eligibility to work in the U.S. without sponsorship preferred.

Compensation range: $91,220 to $172,950. Actual compensation is influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to skills, experience, qualifications, and geographic location.

Baker Tilly is an equal‑opportunity/affirmative‑action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable federal, state or local law.