Job Description
Are you a seasoned Tax Professional looking to elevate your career with a premier financial firm? Sterling & Associates is seeking a Senior Tax Manager to oversee complex tax planning, compliance, and strategy for our high-net-worth portfolio.
You will play a pivotal role in shaping our tax department, mentoring junior staff, and delivering exceptional value to our institutional and private clients in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Responsibilities
- Lead the end-to-end tax compliance process for corporate, partnership, and individual returns.
- Develop and implement sophisticated tax planning strategies to minimize liabilities and enhance asset growth.
- Represent clients during tax audits and coordinate effectively with regulatory authorities.
- Provide expert-level advisory services on M&A, cross-border transactions, and estate planning.
- Mentor and review the work of senior associates and staff accountants to ensure technical accuracy.
- Stay ahead of changing federal, state, and international tax legislation to advise leadership proactively.
- Oversee the preparation of detailed tax provision and deferred tax analysis.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; Master’s in Taxation (MST) highly preferred.
- Active CPA license required.
- Minimum of 8+ years of progressive tax experience within a Big 4 or top-tier regional accounting firm.
- Deep technical proficiency in US GAAP and ASC 740.
- Demonstrated ability to manage high-stakes client relationships and cross-functional teams.
- Exceptional analytical, research, and technical writing skills.
- Proficiency in tax preparation software such as CCH Axcess, GoSystem, or BNA Income Tax Planner.