Job Description
Are you a strategic tax professional looking to make a high-impact move? Sterling & Associates is seeking a Senior Tax Manager to join our elite tax consultancy team in Midtown Manhattan. You will lead complex tax planning engagements for high-net-worth individuals and corporate entities, ensuring compliance while driving sophisticated wealth preservation strategies.
We offer a collaborative, partner-track environment, industry-leading compensation, and a culture that values innovation in tax law interpretation.
Responsibilities
- Direct complex tax planning and compliance engagements for high-net-worth clients and private equity firms.
- Oversee the preparation and review of federal, state, and local income tax returns.
- Represent clients effectively before the IRS and state taxing authorities during audits and inquiries.
- Advise on tax-efficient structuring for mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures.
- Develop and mentor junior tax associates to foster technical excellence.
- Monitor evolving tax legislation to provide actionable insights for client portfolios.
- Collaborate with financial planning teams to integrate holistic tax strategies.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA license is required.
- Master’s degree in Taxation (MST) or Juris Doctor (JD) is highly preferred.
- 7+ years of progressive tax experience within a Big 4 firm or top-tier national tax consultancy.
- Deep technical expertise in individual, partnership, and corporate tax regulations.
- Proven ability to manage complex project timelines and cross-functional teams.
- Exceptional analytical, written, and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency with CCH Axcess, GoSystem, or equivalent tax software suites.