An established CPA firm, offering a blend of expertise and personalized service to business owners, executives and independent professionals is in need of a Senior Tax Manager to join their team.  Offices in Newark, NJ

• Assume responsibility for planning, supervising, and completing engagements.

• Review tax returns prepared by other staff.

• Plan the timing and assigning of staff to engagements.

• Review engagement documentation, resolve any technical problems, and keep the partner informed of all developments in the engagement.

• Prepare client billings, as requested by partners.

• Evaluate the performance of staff & senior accountants.

• Develop new client contacts and relationships beneficial to the firm

• Market the firm as much as possible, by volunteering, public speaking, etc.

• Assist in administrative functions, as assigned by the partners.

• Recognize opportunities to provide additional services to existing clients.

• Senior Mangers/Managers usually will be head of departments as assigned by the partners and will be responsible for their department.

• Ensure that the firm’s policies & procedures are followed.

• Understand the economics of an engagement, including going over budget and making a profit on engagements.

• 10+ years experience working in public accounting / CPA firm (REQUIRED)

• Active CPA license REQUIRED

• 5-10 year of tax management experience

• Lead Tax Team. Supervisory or management of staff to include performance reviews

• 100% review of tax returns prepared by other staff. Must be comfortable reviewing as the last sign off.

• Ability to plan, supervise, budget, bill and complete tax engagements

• Ability to market the firm through business development efforts and cross-selling of firm services

• Exceptional client service along with the ability to develop excellent client relationships

• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills

• Analytical skills with detail orientation

• BA in Accounting or MA in Taxation

Salary: $150K - $175K

Competivitve Benefits

If you feel you have the necessary qualifications to perform this job, please forward a current copy of your resume and state your salary requirements.