Job Description
Are you a strategic tax professional looking to make an impact in a fast-paced, elite environment? Sterling & Associates is seeking a Senior Tax Manager to lead our high-net-worth client division. You will manage complex tax structures, drive tax planning initiatives, and mentor a high-performing team in the heart of Manhattan.
We offer a collaborative culture that prioritizes professional growth, sophisticated tax strategy, and work-life balance.
Responsibilities
- Lead complex tax planning and compliance engagements for high-net-worth individuals and corporate entities.
- Identify, develop, and implement tax strategies to optimize client tax positions.
- Manage relationships with key clients, providing proactive tax advisory and guidance.
- Review complex federal, state, and local income tax returns.
- Represent clients effectively during IRS and state taxing authority audits.
- Mentor junior staff and provide technical training to the tax department.
- Monitor and analyze legislative tax changes to ensure firm-wide compliance and competitive advantage.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Master’s in Taxation or LLM preferred).
- CPA certification or JD required.
- 7+ years of progressive tax experience in a public accounting or top-tier firm.
- Expertise in federal, multi-state, and individual tax compliance and planning.
- Strong proficiency in tax research software (e.g., CCH, RIA Checkpoint) and tax compliance systems.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills for client-facing advisory.
- Proven ability to manage multiple high-stakes projects simultaneously.