About this opportunity
Mill Valley Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center lists this Tax Manager - $150,000 - $170,000 opportunity in mill valley, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Overview
The Tax Manager is a leadership role responsible for overseeing all aspects of client tax engagements. This position manages a portfolio of clients, ensures high-quality service delivery, and provides strategic tax planning and compliance services. The role requires advanced technical expertise, strong project management skills, and a commitment to mentoring and developing junior staff.
Key Responsibilities
Engagement Management
Manage multiple client tax engagements, ensuring timely completion and adherence to quality standards
Tax Preparation & Review
Review complex federal, state, and local tax returns for individuals, corporations, partnerships, trusts, and estates
Develop and implement strategic tax plans to minimize client liabilities and identify tax‑saving opportunities
Client Relations
Serve as primary point of contact for clients
Provide expert advisory support and build long-term client relationships
Technical Research
Conduct in-depth tax research on complex issues
Clearly communicate findings to clients and engagement teams
Manage and resolve tax authority notices, inquiries, and audit matters
Mentor, train, and supervise tax staff and seniors
Provide constructive feedback and support professional growth
Business Development
Support partners in identifying and developing new client opportunities
Process Improvement
Recommend and implement improvements to firm processes and technology to enhance efficiency
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field (required)
Master’s degree in Taxation (preferred)
Certification
Active and valid Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license (required)
Experience
Minimum of 7+years of progressive tax experience within a public accounting firm
Technical Expertise
Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local tax laws and regulations
Experience with individual, corporate, partnership, trust, and estate returns
Proficiency with tax preparation software (e.g., CCH, ProSystem fx) and Microsoft Excel
Soft Skills
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and writing skills
Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities
Proven project and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines
Demonstrated leadership capability with the ability to motivate and coach team members
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Worksite address
mill valley, CA, 94942, US
Who can apply
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