Position Title: Tax Manager
Location: Houston, TX

Company Overview:
Our client, with a presence in both Houston and Dallas, offers a comprehensive suite of tax, assurance, and consulting services to a diverse array of clients. Known for its commitment to high ethical standards, the firm excels at delivering tailored solutions, valuable insights, and fostering long-term client relationships.

Job Overview:
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Tax Manager to join our growing tax team in Houston, TX. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in tax compliance, planning, and research, ideally in public accounting. In this role, you will manage tax services for a diverse client portfolio, including individuals, corporations, partnerships, and S-corporations. You will also lead a team, build strong client relationships, and work on complex tax matters that contribute to the firm's ongoing success.

Key Responsibilities:

Tax Compliance & Reporting:

• Oversee the preparation and review of federal, state, and local tax returns for a variety of clients, ensuring timely and accurate filings.
• Review workpapers and supporting documentation to ensure completeness and accuracy.
• Manage tax compliance for clients across multiple industries and tax structures, including individuals, corporations, and partnerships.

Tax Planning & Consulting:

• Provide proactive tax planning and consulting to help clients optimize their tax positions and minimize liabilities.
• Advise on complex tax matters, including mergers and acquisitions, restructuring, tax credits, and international tax issues.
• Implement tax-saving strategies, keeping clients informed of tax law changes and their potential impact.

Client Management & Relationships:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, addressing their tax concerns and offering practical solutions to complex issues.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships by providing personalized tax advice and exceptional service.
• Lead client meetings, presenting tax strategies and solutions in a clear and actionable manner.

Team Leadership & Development:

• Supervise and mentor junior staff and senior associates, providing guidance and review of their work.
• Conduct performance evaluations and support the professional development of team members through career progression planning.
• Foster a collaborative and growth-oriented team culture.

Research & Technical Knowledge:

• Stay current on changes in federal, state, and local tax laws, IRS rulings, and industry developments to provide accurate advice and ensure compliance.
• Conduct detailed research on complex tax issues and deliver clear, practical solutions to clients.
• Assist in the development of internal processes to enhance operational efficiency.

Special Projects:

• Lead or support special projects such as tax audits, tax provision work, and other consulting initiatives.
• Collaborate with other departments (audit, advisory, etc.) to offer comprehensive client solutions.

Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. A Master’s in Taxation or an MBA with a focus in tax is preferred.

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in tax, preferably in public accounting.
• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local tax laws and regulations.
• Experience with tax software (e.g., ProSystem fx, CCH, Thomson Reuters) is advantageous.

Certifications:

• CPA (Certified Public Accountant) license is required.