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Withum

Tax Manager

Withum

. Lead all aspects of tax engagements .

Posted 11/6/2026full-timeBatavia • New York • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $96,000 - $143,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in tax engagement leadership, including managing multiple tax projects, supervising staff, and providing exceptional client service. Proficient in tax research, planning, and compliance, with strong analytical and communication skills to foster client relationships.

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CPA LicenseBachelor’s Degree In AccountingTax ResearchClient Relationship ManagementLeadership And Mentoring Skills

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Hard Skills
Tax PlanningTax Return ReviewAnalytical SkillsProject ManagementAttention To Detail
Soft Skills
Communication SkillsTeam CollaborationTraining SkillsProblem-Solving Skills
Certifications & Qualifications
CPA LicenseJDMasters Of Science In Taxation
Industry Keywords
Public AccountingTax EngagementsTax ControversiesClient ServiceProfessional Development

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Lead all aspects of tax engagements
  • Review individual, trust, partnership, and corporate tax returns prepared by tax staff and/or seniors for accuracy
  • Research and draft memoranda involving complex tax matters
  • Identify and implement tax planning opportunities
  • Handle and resolve tax controversies
  • Oversee complete tax research projects for a variety of clients and diverse industries
  • Manage multiple engagements concurrently with various teams to meet client deadlines
  • Conduct constructive discussions with team members on evaluations and provide counsel
  • Serve in professional development programs as an instructor or discussion leader
  • Supervise and mentor staff
  • Build and maintain client relationships

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting
  • CPA license, JD or Masters of Science in Taxation is required
  • At least 5 years of prior experience working in the tax department of a public accounting firm, with experience leading multiple engagements and supervising staff
  • Excellent analytical and technical tax skills
  • Exceptional client service and communication skills with a demonstrated ability to develop and maintain outstanding client relationships
  • Ability to manage multiple engagements and competing projects in a rapidly growing, fast-paced, interactive, results-based team environment
  • Strong leadership, training, and mentoring skills, coupled with excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills to represent the Firm well to client’s management
  • Excellent analytical, organizational, project management skills, and strong attention to detail
  • Ability to travel as needed

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Competitive benefits package
  • Bonus program for eligible roles based on individual and firm performance