<p><strong>POSITION: TAX MANAGER</strong></p><p><strong>LOCATION: GREATER HARTFORD, CT </strong></p><p><strong>RECRUITER CONTACT: KELLEIGH MARQUARD - <em>Kelleigh.Marquard@Roberthalf</em></strong></p><p><br></p><p>Robert Half is conducting a Search for a Tax Manager on behalf of a highly successful Real Estate Investment firm in the Greater Hartford area. This is an excellent opportunity for an experience tax professional who enjoys hands-on technical work and team leadership—but is looking for a more sustainable pace than public accounting typically offers. This organization manages a diversified investment platform with meaningful real estate holdings and long-term ownership horizons. The tax function is fully in-house, highly respected internally, and closely aligned with senior leadership.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Why Professionals Are Excited About This Role</strong></p><p><br></p><ul><li>Leadership opportunity in a stable, privately held environment</li><li>True work-life balance outside of a defined busy season</li><li>Above-market base salary plus a generous bonus program</li><li>Excellent benefits, including strong retirement contributions</li><li>High visibility role partnering directly with executive tax leadership</li><li>Collaborative, low-ego culture with exceptional employee tenure</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><br></p><ul><li>Lead and mentor a small in-house tax team, providing review, guidance, and development</li><li>Oversee preparation and review of federal, state, and local tax filings for a range of entities, including partnerships, corporations, individuals, and trusts</li><li>Manage tax provisions, projections, and estimated payment schedules</li><li>Partner with senior leadership on tax planning initiatives and strategies to optimize tax efficiency</li><li>Conduct and oversee tax research related to new legislation and complex transactions</li><li>Ensure compliance with all filing deadlines and payment requirements</li><li>Support responses to tax notices, audits, and inquiries from taxing authorities</li><li>Drive process improvements and support ad hoc tax projects as the organization continues to grow</li></ul><p><br></p><p>This role is ideal for a tax professional who wants to step into leadership, maintain technical depth, and enjoy a long-term career path in a supportive, high-quality organization. If you meet these requirements and are interested in this great opportunity, please email your resume in confidence to Kelleigh Marquard at Kelleigh.Marquard@roberthalf com. All inquiries are confidential. At Robert Half we never distribute your resume without your permission.</p>
<p>We are seeking an experienced Finance Director to lead and manage core financial operations for a local municipality in Hartford, Connecticut. This is a temp-to-hire position requiring demonstrated expertise in budgeting, financial analysis, and overall fiscal management. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring precise and timely financial reporting, overseeing grant management, and handling the month-end close process from beginning to end. Strong experience with municipal finance and public sector compliance</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead the development and execution of the annual budget, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.</p><p>• Oversee month-end close processes, ensuring financial data accuracy and timely reporting.</p><p>• Manage and optimize budget planning and tracking processes to support strategic decision-making.</p><p>• Prepare comprehensive financial reports and statements for internal and external stakeholders.</p><p>• Forecast cash flow requirements and monitor the general fund to maintain fiscal stability.</p><p>• Supervise the preparation of journal entries and account reconciliations to ensure compliance with accounting standards.</p><p>• Conduct variance analysis to identify trends and recommend corrective actions.</p><p>• Manage fixed asset accounting and ensure accurate tracking and reporting.</p><p>• Prepare and support bond offerings, ensuring all financial documentation is complete and accurate.</p><p>• Collaborate with auditors during financial audits and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.</p>
