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Senior Manager, Tax Services Public Accounting

Senior Manager, Tax Services Job Description

Senior managers and directors lead the firm's efforts in tax compliance, tax planning, business development and accounting for income taxes, and must be comfortable working with colleagues from across the business, as well as third-party service providers. Strong technological skills, writing and verbal communication abilities, and leadership skills are important to the position. Firms typically look for candidates who have several years of related experience in public accounting, will actively build the firm’s visibility among its clients and community, and are on the partner or shareholder track. A master’s degree in taxation is preferred, and a CPA designation is usually required.

Typical senior manager, tax services public accounting duties:

Creating, planning and implementing a cohesive tax strategy for clientsOverseeing quarterly and annual regulatory and tax preparation, submission and disclosuresOverseeing audits of federal and state income taxUnderstanding all relevant domestic and/or international tax lawsEnsuring that appropriate internal controls are in place over accountingWorking with management on tax issues and accounting staff on tax accounting issuesInterviewing, training and supervising tax staff

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Salary for Senior Manager, Tax Services Public Accounting
136000 - 217250
25th percentile
136000
The candidate is new to the role and building the needed skills, experience and autonomy.
50th percentile
175500
The candidate has the experience to perform core responsibilities without direct supervision and is comfortable with the role’s processes and subject matter.
75th percentile
217250
The candidate delivers value beyond the stated job duties, has advanced qualifications and experience, and is ready for the next career level.
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