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Tax Manager

Employer
Smith Schafer & Associates
Location
Rochester, Minnesota
Salary
Competitive Pay. Salary is based on experience level.
Start date
Sep 1, 2021
Closing date
Oct 1, 2021

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Category
Accounting, Financial Services
Job Type
Employee
Employment Status
Full Time

Job Details

Since 1971, Smith Schafer has been one of Minnesota’s most successful CPA firms and continues to experience incredible growth. As an award-winning CPA firm, we have been featured on Forbes Top Tax Firm list, awarded Best of Accounting Client Satisfaction by ClearlyRated, and named a Top 175 Workplace in Minnesota by the Star Tribune.

At Smith Schafer, your investment of time and expertise will be rewarded with competitive pay, benefits, career opportunities, and professional development.

Job Summary:

Smith Schafer is currently seeking an experienced Tax Manager to join our team. This individual will have the opportunity to lead and manage multiple tax engagements and staff deliverables by preparing complex individual and business tax returns, reviewing financial statements and tax planning projections besides researching complex technical tax issues. Our managers hire, train, and manage accountants and provide input on important operational decisions.  Besides delivering high quality service to our clients, our managers help lead the firm in meeting the Tax Department's goals and initiatives. They will grow in their career by building client relationships, managing client projects and supporting business development efforts. 

 Key Responsibilities for the Tax Manager role:

  • Assists with business development efforts by meeting with prospective clients, preparing quotes and proposals, and evaluating client needs.
  • Develops, builds, and manages prospective and existing client relationships.
  • Be involved in professional and community activities and participate in firm-wide marketing initiatives and efforts.
  • Communicates effectively with existing clients, colleagues, management, and IRS representatives regarding a variety of tax matters.
  • Provides and supports employee training for new hires and existing staff, which includes reviewing and evaluating their work and providing leadership and training for senior and staff accountants and seasonal interns.
  • Reviews individual and business tax returns and assists with tax planning.
  • Needs to review and understand the various financial documents and statements from clients.
  • Prepares client billings in a timely manner and follows-up with clients regarding unpaid invoices.
  • Handles sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
  • Prepares internal memoranda, written correspondence/guidance, private letter rulings and other documents for submission to the IRS or Treasury Department.
  • Works effectively in a team environment with principals, managers, and staff. 

Job Requirements:

  • BA/BS in Accounting/Finance or related field.
  • 5 years of similar tax and accounting experience in a CPA firm.
  • Strong technical, analytical, and organizational skills.
  • Proficient in Excel and Word.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • High level of prioritization and exceptional attention to detail.
  • CPA exam passed and license is active.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • 5-7 Years of similar tax and accounting experience in a CPA firm.
  • Experience with ProSystems Tax Preparation software and QuickBooks.
  • Customer-service oriented, demonstrated by the following attributes: proactive, observant, knowledgeable, and reliable.

Smith Schafer is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Company

Smith Schafer is an accounting and consulting firm with offices in Rochester, Minneapolis and Red Wing, Minnesota. We are always looking for talented, proactive and dedicated professionals to join our team! We are a recent and long-term recipient of Top Workplace Awards with flexible workplace practices and is well recognized as a top CPA firm.

OUR CULTURE IS TOP PRIORITY. Want to be part of a team environment that has helpful management and has been recognized as a Top Place to Work?

JOIN ONE OF THE FASTEST-GROWING CPA FIRMS IN THE NATION. Whether you have an interest in tax, small business consulting or audit, Smith Schafer has the right niche for you. As an entry-level accountant or seasoned veteran, you can find your place at Smith Schafer.

Company info
Website
Telephone
952-920-1455
Location
7500 Highway 55 | Suite 350
Golden Valley
Minnesota
55427
US

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