Job Description

We are a top ranked regional CPA and consulting firm with a reputation for excellence and expertise in the accounting and management consulting industry. Providing the services of a large firm with a blended environment of practices, services and industry specializations, we continue to demonstrate renowned industry leadership year-over-year. We are proud of our entrepreneurial spirit and the guidance we provide to our clients on a daily basis so they can make better decisions in their business. We offer a work from home option with flexible hours, very reasonable work / life balance, high base / bonus compensation packages, great benefits, diverse publicly held and closely held clients to work on, and a fast track to Partnership. Positions available to base in West Los Angeles, Irvine, Riverside, San Jose, San Francisco, and Denver,CO.

salary: 100-150K plus bonus

call Gary 323-694-6577

www.work22.com

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Tax Manager is responsible for the efficient, accurate, complete, and timely preparation of all clients' tax returns. Advanced technical skills in a variety of tax and accounting areas, along with well-developed and applied management and supervisory skills are required. The Manager has mastered the skills and requirements of the Senior role and has been identified as possessing the pre-requisite for future growth in the Firm. The Manager makes decisions most tax situations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Performs technical tax review and approval of all tax returns and governmental tax examinations of any complexity.
• Serves as a subject matter expert in discipline or industry.
• Demonstrates excellence in most advanced technical skills.
• Performs all task related to client service and sees that assignments are accomplished within budgeted time.
• Assumes full responsibility for larger tax returns and delegates to the various tax preparers as deemed necessary.
• Delegates and manages tax research projects to achieve an accurate and efficient product.
• Participates actively in client meetings and tax planning efforts to assist the A&A Department with larger clients.
• Acts as a resource for tax preparers/specialists and A&A staff on specific tax issues and/or questions.
• Assumes tax preparation responsibility for the more complex business returns.
• Assumes client service responsibility for clients the Tax Manager works directly with or clients where the responsibility is delegated from the Partner.
• Communicates to the appropriate firm personnel important tax and tax developments affecting the firms' clients.
• Delegates and manages governmental tax examinations; may represent the client before the appropriate taxing authorities.
• Maintains familiarity with qualifications of all tax staff members; reviews staff assignments for appropriateness.
• Supervises tax staff and provides on-the-job training.
• Works to develop responsible, trained staff by assisting in recruiting, performance evaluations, development training aids, and acting as an instructor in professional development programs.
• Assumes responsibility for smooth flow of tax returns through the tax preparation system to assure accurate, complete and timely preparation and delivery of all clients' tax returns.
• Accurate and timely billing and collection processes are made.
• Possesses a complete knowledge of the firms' philosophy and its opinions on tax matters.
• Maintains knowledge of general economic and political trends of possible tax or other legislation that could affect the business climate.

NONESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Prepares other reports and projects as requested from time to time by the partners.
• Researches and evaluates tax preparation and tax research software for recommendation to partners.
• Participates in firm practice development efforts through involvement with referral sources, community and industry activities.
• Promotes the most efficient operations of the Firm and supports compliance guidelines in managing others.
• Performs such other duties as may be assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Demonstrated knowledge of current tax laws.
• Proficiency in use of computer tax preparation, tax research, and tax planning software programs.
• Ability to organize work and projects, prioritize and meet deadlines. Ability to complete work in an efficient and accurate manner.
• Ability to reason and effectively multi-task.
• Ability to operate a computer and calculator.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for the development, coaching and training of senior, semi-seniors and staff accountants.

• Must be familiar with the qualifications of all Tax staff members for the development and instruction of their training needs.

• Participates in reviews and evaluations of the tax department.

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• MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Five to ten years experience in public accounting, demonstrating a proven progression in tax complexity, scope, and research.

• At least two (2) years experience representing clients before taxing authorities.

• Minimum one (1) year experience supervising and directing work of tax preparers.

• Bachelor's degree in accounting required, Master's degree in taxation preferred.

• Minimum of forty hours of continuing education is required each year to maintain and develop technical and business skills.

• A current and valid certified public accountant's license is required.

• Must be a member in good standing with the American Institute of CPAs.

• Must have a valid driver's license.

SUCCESS FACTORS:

• Participates in career development program to improve managerial, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Outstanding oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Respects and embraces diversity; looks to build a One-Firm team spirit among staff.

Company Description

Work22 Work 22, a Los Angeles, Ca.-based employment agency, recruites candidates for both direct hire and temp to hire Southern California jobs and nationwide searches in the following fields: manufacturing, engineering, aerospace, warehouse, and office. This is a free service for job seekers.