Tax Manager

Location: North Haven, Connecticut area (Hybrid) Compensation: $120,000 - $150,000 base salary

About the Opportunity

A well-established, growing Connecticut CPA firm is looking for a Tax Manager to join its tax practice. This role offers a balanced mix of preparation, review, and leadership, exposure to a broad range of clients, and a clear path to Senior Manager, Director, and Partner, at a firm known for its collaborative culture and strong work-life balance.

What You'll Do

• Prepare (about 40%) and review (about 40%) individual and business tax returns
• Handle administrative and leadership responsibilities (about 10%)
• Research technical tax questions and stay current on tax law changes
• Train, mentor, and provide technical guidance to junior staff and interns
• Assist with client tax planning and special projects
• Support the development of future firm leaders

What You Bring

• Active CPA license (required)
• 5+ years of public accounting experience
• Strong experience preparing and reviewing 1040, 1065, 1120, and 1120-S returns
• Strong knowledge of current tax law and the ability to research complex questions
• Strong mentoring, training, and client communication skills
• Corporate, municipal, and nonprofit experience preferred but not required

Career Path: Senior Manager, then Director, then Partner

What's Offered

• Hybrid work schedule and a genuine focus on work-life balance
• Overtime pay for hours over 50 per week, which can be banked as pay or time off
• Profit-sharing on new clients you bring to the firm
• Medical, dental, life, accident/disability, and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k), vacation, personal days, and sick days
• Continuing education and professional development
• Clear succession planning and leadership opportunities, without an aggressive business-development requirement

How to Apply

All applications are handled confidentially through the recruiter. Please contact Kayla Reuer to apply or to learn more.