Tax Manager

Overview:

We believe that human care comes first. Only when our talent thrives can they deliver their very best to our clients. We are honored to serve agents of change in culture-shaping industries – including cannabis, sports and entertainment, technology and state and local government. We stay at the forefront by empowering the next generation of talent: rising leaders full of big ideas, passionate energy, and purpose to effect real change. Our inclusive culture, competitive benefits, and flexible work arrangements are designed to motivate and inspire our team members to build something special.

MGO is a top 50 CPA and advisory firm of 700+ professionals working remotely and in offices throughout the U.S. and India. Through frictionless digital tools, we address the local needs, and fuel the global ambitions, of clients in 97 countries. MGO is proud to be a “Best Place to Work” and is ranked as a leader by Accounting Today and Inside Public Accounting.

Job Details

The Tax Manager is responsible for advising clients on the tax implications of their business objectives, evaluating and selecting alternative actions to lessen tax burden and cost of compliance, identifying different methods of complying with tax regulations while acting as the primary client contact for complex tax issues. In this role, the Tax Manager is charged with applying knowledge to understand potential tax issues, and recognizing and communicating potential risks and potential changes in the tax policy.

The preference is for this to be a hybrid role coming into the office 2 days per week.

Essential Functions:

· Efficiently review engagement work papers and tax returns

· Effective at supervising and training staff to prepare returns

· Possesses a solid command of pertinent IRC sections and regulations

· Develop an expertise in responding to tax authority notices and client representation

· Oversee and supervise multiple engagements in progress simultaneously

· Manage client accounts including billing, fee analysis and new service development

· Provide effective feedback to mentors and supervisory, senior and staff accountants

· Ability to research complex tax matters and clearly communicate findings and recommendations

· Meet challenging client requirements and provide exceptional service

· Consistently display excellent written, verbal, and listening communication skills

· Identify new business development opportunities and assist in growing existing client services

Minimum Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field required; Master of Tax preferred

· Minimum 4 years of tax experience in a public accounting firm or related experience

· Licensed CPA required or J.D., LL.M, or EA required

· Extensive experience with pass-through entities strongly preferred

· Proficient in S-Corp, Partnership, High Net Worth individual, C-Corp and Trust taxation desired.

· Previous experience supervising and training Staff and Seniors preferred

· Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills

· Must be highly motivated and experienced in managing multiple client engagements

· Must begin to attain visibility and recognition within their industry specialization

· Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Core Responsibilities:

· Leading Managing and Holding People Accountable (LMA)

· Understands and assist in execution of growth strategies (research calls, pipeline management, COPs, etc.)

· Manage the engagement (job) project management, billing, ensures QC (technical) standards

· Takes care of the client (meets deadlines, timely communication)

· Develops engagement team (prepares seniors to the next level)

What's in it for you:

Work at the forefront: Our clients are culture shapers and mavericks breaking new ground in competitive and highly regulated industries. They expect us to deliver truly innovative solutions, built on sound accounting fundamentals, and a vision for the future. That is why we celebrate creative problem solving and seek team members with passion for what’s next. 
Culture rooted in human care: Our style of relationship development and service delivery is based on the MGO Way, 26 fundamentals that guide our workplace culture. With a focus on mutual trust, personal responsibility, and an inclusive mindset, we believe there is no limit to what we can accomplish together.
Where you can build something: As one of the fastest-growing firms in the nation, there is no end to the opportunities to shape a career you are passionate about. We appreciate an entrepreneurial spirit. Bring your passions, your energy and your ideas to build a meaningful experience for yourself and our clients.
Freedom to give your best: Because you know your goals and motivations, we offer flexible work arrangements, and a progressive time off policy that helps you achieve an optimal work/life balance. 
Compensation you deserve: We are happy to fuel your passion with a competitive compensation and benefits package that rewards hard work and motivates you to go beyond.

Pay Range: $120,000 - $150,000