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DIRECT HIRE | Tax Manager | Public AccountingLocation: Richmond, VA | HybridQualified Professional & Technical is partnering with a growing boutique CPA and financial consulting firm seeking an experienced Tax Manager to join its Richmond, Virginia office.This is an outstanding opportunity to step into a leadership role with an established book of business while working alongside a collaborative team that values innovation, professional growth, and employee input. The firm is actively expanding through strategic acquisitions and offers long term career advancement for professionals who are looking to grow with the organization.The ideal candidate is a client focused CPA or EA with strong public accounting experience who enjoys mentoring staff, building client relationships, and contributing ideas that improve processes and drive the firm's continued success.Responsibilities

• Lead and review complex individual, partnership, S Corporation, C Corporation, trust, nonprofit, and business tax engagements.
• Provide tax planning and advisory services to a diverse client base.
• Manage workflow, deadlines, and staff assignments.
• Review tax returns for accuracy and compliance.
• Mentor and develop accounting professionals.
• Build strong client relationships while serving as a trusted advisor.
• Research complex tax issues and provide practical recommendations.
• Identify opportunities to improve internal processes, workpapers, and efficiencies.
• Collaborate with firm leadership on strategic initiatives and future growth.

Qualifications

• Active CPA preferred. EA will also be considered.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field.
• Public accounting experience with progressive tax responsibilities.
• Minimum 2 years of management or supervisory experience.
• Strong experience preparing and reviewing individual, business, trust, nonprofit, and multi state tax returns.
• Experience with tax planning and client advisory services.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple engagements.

Preferred Technical Skills

• Intuit ProConnect or CCH Axcess
• Firm360
• Microsoft SharePoint or Engagement Tax

Compensation

• Base salary: $120K to $135K.
• Discretionary annual bonus of approximately 8% to 12%.
• Additional performance incentive opportunities.

Benefits

• 100% employer paid employee health insurance.
• Dental and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• 10 paid holidays.
• Unlimited PTO.
• Hybrid work schedule.

Why Join This Firm?

• Direct Hire opportunity.
• Established book of business.
• Collaborative leadership team where your ideas matter.
• Opportunity to mentor staff and make a meaningful impact.
• Growing firm with strategic expansion plans.
• Strong work life balance outside of busy season.
• Long term career growth within an expanding organization| Partner Opportunities.