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Tax Manager - Public

United States, Columbia Employment contract · Job Posted June 29, 2026
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We are looking for an experienced Tax Senior/Manager to lead client tax engagements in Columbia, South Carolina. This position plays a central role in overseeing return preparation and review, guiding staff development, and delivering responsive service to a diverse client base. The ideal candidate brings strong technical tax knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to keep multiple projects moving efficiently in a public accounting environment.

Job Responsibility

  • Lead tax engagements from initial planning through final delivery, ensuring quality, timeliness, and compliance throughout the process
  • Examine and approve a broad range of federal, state, and local tax filings for individuals, corporations, partnerships, trusts, and nonprofit entities
  • Investigate complex tax matters and provide practical recommendations related to reporting obligations, risk areas, and planning opportunities
  • Stay current on changes in tax legislation and translate those developments into clear guidance for clients and internal team members
  • Coach, support, and assess tax professionals to strengthen technical capability, performance, and career growth
  • Evaluate workpapers and related documentation to confirm accuracy, completeness, and alignment with firm expectations
  • Organize staffing priorities and manage competing deadlines effectively, particularly during high-volume filing periods
  • Assist clients with notices, examinations, appeals, and other communications involving tax authorities
  • Contribute to client retention and growth by identifying additional service needs and helping cultivate new business opportunities

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related discipline
  • At least 5 years of tax experience within a public accounting setting
  • Demonstrated background reviewing tax returns and overseeing the work of staff or senior-level team members
  • Strong working knowledge of federal and state tax rules and compliance requirements
  • Proficiency with tax applications such as CCH ProSystem Fx, CCH Sales Tax, and Microsoft Excel
  • Experience with annual income tax provision work, corporate tax returns, and entity formation matters
  • Effective analytical, communication, and client management skills
  • Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

What we offer

  • medical insurance
  • vision insurance
  • dental insurance
  • life insurance
  • disability insurance
  • 401(k) plan
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