Tax Manager 1120

Tax Manager – Corporate Tax (ASC 740 / 1120)

Overview

Join one of the nation's largest independent public accounting and business advisory firms in a role that blends complex corporate tax compliance, income tax accounting, and strategic advisory services. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced tax professional who enjoys partnering directly with corporate clients, leading engagement teams, and providing technical guidance on ASC 740 income tax accounting while helping organizations navigate increasingly complex tax matters.

In this leadership role, you'll manage client relationships, oversee corporate tax engagements, mentor and develop staff, and collaborate across multiple service lines to deliver comprehensive solutions. You'll work in a collaborative hybrid environment that emphasizes professional growth, flexibility, innovation, and a strong culture of mentorship.

Responsibilities

Corporate Tax & Technical Leadership

• Manage and review complex federal corporate income tax returns (Form 1120) for a diverse client base.
• Lead ASC 740 income tax provision engagements, including current and deferred tax calculations, uncertain tax positions, and related disclosures.
• Advise clients on income tax accounting matters under U.S. GAAP and, when applicable, International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
• Research and analyze complex federal income tax issues and communicate practical recommendations to clients.
• Monitor legislative and regulatory developments and advise clients on potential impacts and planning opportunities.
• Identify tax savings opportunities and recommend strategic solutions aligned with clients' business objectives.

Client Advisory & Relationship Management

• Build and maintain trusted relationships with corporate clients across multiple industries.
• Lead client meetings focused on compliance, tax planning, consulting, and income tax accounting matters.
• Collaborate with professionals across audit, consulting, advisory, and specialty tax practices to deliver integrated client solutions.
• Identify opportunities to expand existing client relationships through additional service offerings.
• Assist in business development efforts, proposal development, and securing new client engagements.

Engagement Management

• Manage multiple client engagements simultaneously while ensuring quality, profitability, and timely delivery.
• Oversee engagement planning, staffing, budgeting, workflow, and billing.
• Review engagement profitability and monitor project performance.
• Ensure all client work complies with professional standards and firm quality expectations.

Leadership & Team Development

• Review work prepared by Senior Associates and Staff Accountants.
• Provide coaching, mentoring, and technical development to engagement teams.
• Foster collaboration, accountability, and continuous learning across the team.
• Participate in firm initiatives focused on technical development, innovation, process improvement, and culture.

Qualifications

Required

• CPA, J.D., LL.M., or Master's degree in Taxation.
• Five or more years of progressive public accounting experience.
• Significant experience preparing and reviewing federal corporate income tax returns (Form 1120).
• Experience preparing or reviewing ASC 740 income tax provisions.
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP income tax accounting principles.
• Excellent tax research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proven leadership, mentoring, and project management experience.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain strong client relationships.

Preferred

• Experience serving middle-market or large corporate clients.
• Exposure to IFRS income tax accounting.
• Experience with corporate tax provision software and tax research platforms.
• Business development experience within a public accounting environment.
• Experience managing multiple client engagements and supervising professional staff.

What This Role Offers

• Hybrid work environment with flexibility to work both remotely and in the office.
• Competitive compensation package.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance beginning on day one.
• More than 20 days of paid time off plus paid holidays.
• Summer Flex Fridays and seasonal office closures.
• 401(k) with profit sharing.
• Paid parental leave, family care leave, and volunteer time.
• CPA exam incentive and continuing education assistance.
• Ongoing coaching, mentoring, leadership development, and technical training.
• Opportunity to work with a collaborative team that values professional growth, client service excellence, and long-term career development.

Locations / Work Model

• Hybrid work model.
• Office location determined by firm office assignment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Spartan Placements recruits on behalf of Equal Opportunity Employers. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.