Manager, Tax

Manager, Tax

Apply for the Manager, Tax role at Mariner.

• Managing and mentoring a growing team of professionals, driving a high‑degree of skill and expertise through client‑centric service
• Responsible for client relationships and retention; inspiring client confidence through demonstrated expertise; and ensuring we are meeting deadlines and addressing client questions and needs on an ongoing basis
• Manage consulting, tax projects, such as charitable giving calculations, private foundation minimum payouts and miscellaneous tax and financial planning projects
• Review tax returns, quarterly and annual income tax projections, estimated tax vouchers extension forms and related work papers and financial statements
• Understand the client’s overall business needs and help identify value‑added services that Mariner Wealth Advisors can provide
• Work with peers and leaders to create and present strategic tax planning solutions to high‑net‑worth clients and closely held businesses
• Support and guide the research of technical matters for complex tax needs and updates to regulations
• Commitment to continuing education, team development, training and mentoring new tax associates

• Bachelor’s degree required
• 5+ years’ tax experience working in private or public accounting firm or financial planning firm
• CPA or EA preferred

• Experience providing client‑centric tax consulting to high‑net‑worth clients, partnerships, trusts and closely held entities
• Strong research capabilities related to technical matters for complex tax needs and updates to regulations
• Mastery of various tax compliance software products (CCH or GOSystem preferred)
• Highly effective interpersonal, relationship management and communication skills
• Excellent organizational and time‑management skills in a high energy culture to manage multiple priorities in a time‑sensitive environment
• Demonstrated talent development experience, training new staff and mentoring interns
• Strong attention to detail

We welcome your interest in being a part of our firm. We believe in giving associates progressive opportunities, actively nurturing professional growth and giving back to the community. We are dedicated to building a diverse culture where everyone has the support they need to achieve their career goals. We offer an innovative workplace and a culture that fosters camaraderie, teamwork and work‑life balance.

Our compensation reflects the cost of talent across multiple US geographic markets. The base pay for this position across all US geographic markets ranges from $82,800.00/year to $/year. Pay is based on a number of factors including geographic location and may vary depending on job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. Eligibility to participate in an incentive program is subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.

Roles may also be eligible for additional compensation and/or benefits.

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Mariner is a privately held national financial services firm equipped with the experience to meet your modern wealth needs. Our advisors have access to in‑house expertise covering everything from tax, estate, trust, and insurance to investment banking and valuation, so they can maximize time spent creating unified wealth plans with clients. By opening more windows of wealth, we can create opportunities to positively impact the lives of many.

With this purpose, we intend to raise the bar for the entire industry. Founded in 2006 with $300 million in assets under advisement, Mariner and its affiliates now advise on over $560 billion in assets as of 1/3/25. Figures include assets from Cardinal Investment Advisors, currently undergoing acquisition by Mariner Institutional and slated to operationally close by 3/31/2025. Learn more at  Mariner is committed to, and maintains, a drug‑free workplace.

At Mariner, the people behind the people make all the difference. That’s why our advisors have access to an in‑house team of support for taxes, insurance, estate planning and more. You’ll work together to solve clients’ complex wealth management challenges and everyday needs.