Manage commercial tax engagements including review of returns, projections, workpapers, tax research, client consulting and planning, issue resolution, and staff coaching/mentoring. Maintain client relationships and coordinate with partners for timely project delivery.
Citrin Cooperman offers a dynamic work environment, fostering professional growth and collaboration. We’re continuously seeking talented individuals who bring fresh perspectives, a problem-solving mindset, and sharp technical expertise. We know you have choices, so our team of collaborative, innovative professionals are at the ready to support your professional development. At Citrin Cooperman, we offer competitive compensation and benefits and most importantly, the flexibility to manage your personal and professional life to focus on what matters most to you!
We are seeking a Tax Manager in the Commercial Tax Services department at our Chicago location. As a Tax Manager, you will be responsible for:
- Review tax returns, tax projections, and tax workpapers.
- Possess strong tax knowledge and experience in S Corps, Partnerships, etc. (knowledge of individual taxation a plus).
- Provide effective consulting, planning and compliance for your clients.
- Oversee and manage the day-to-day needs of your clients and tax return process including identification and resolution of tax issues.
- Perform tax research to resolve issues.
- Maintain strong relationships with a highly proactive approach to serving clients.
- Coordinates with Partner to ensure timeliness and effective communication for proper planning of project.
- Coaching, mentoring and training staff.
- Maintaining knowledge of new tax issues and general business trends that affect the client.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required or related field, Master's in Taxation is preferred, CPA preferred
- 7+ years of progressive public accounting experience
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Capable of managing multiple client engagements
- A track record of building and sustaining client relationships and high quality client service
- Outstanding analytical, organizational and project management skills
- Proficient with CCH Axcess, Sureprep, BNA Income Tax Planner, CCH AnswerConnect, RIA Checkpoint, XCM and Microsoft Office
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