Tax Manager/Senior Manager - Construction Focus - Executive Placement Network

Tax Manager/Senior Manager - Construction Focus
Location: Tustin, CA (Onsite/Hybrid)
Position Type: Permanent

Position Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Tax Manager or Senior Manager specializing in construction to join our team. This role is integral in supporting our construction-focused clients, ensuring accurate and timely tax return preparation and review. The ideal candidate will have public accounting experience, a deep understanding of tax regulations, and experience with clients in the construction or manufacturing sectors. This position offers growth potential within a collaborative, supportive environment.

Key Non-Negotiable Requirements:

• Educational Background: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting.
• Licensing: Active CPA or EA license.
• Industry Experience: Experience with clients in the construction industry, though manufacturing experience will also be considered.
• Public Accounting Experience: Prior experience in public accounting, with a demonstrated ability to handle complex tax returns and client portfolios.

Nice-to-Have Skills and Preferred Qualifications:

• Leadership Experience: Previous experience in a supervisory or mentorship role.
• Industry Versatility: Additional experience with manufacturing clients.
• Client Relationship Building: Skilled in networking and attracting new business for the firm.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Tax Preparation and Review: Oversee the preparation of individual and business tax returns, ensuring accuracy and compliance with all applicable deadlines and standards. Review, approve, and sign tax returns before client delivery.
• Mentorship and Development: Coach and mentor staff members to support their skill development and career advancement, fostering a team-oriented environment.
• Client Management and Relationship Building: Gather essential tax-related information from clients to ensure accurate tax filings. Network and build relationships with clients to attract new business opportunities.
• Strategic Tax Planning: Evaluate clients’ tax situations from multiple perspectives to ensure maximum tax benefits are applied.
• Billing and Client Communication: Manage billing for services rendered and provide clients with clear guidance on tax strategies and compliance matters.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

• Experience: 5-7 years of experience in public accounting, particularly in tax preparation and client management.
• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting.
• Licenses and Certifications:
  • CPA or EA license.
  • Authorization to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Additional industry experience in manufacturing.
• Proven leadership in prior roles with responsibilities in mentoring or managing a team.
• Familiarity with diverse industry sectors and financial statement analysis.

Position Highlights:

This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic, supportive environment with room for growth. The company culture promotes work/life balance, a collaborative approach to career growth, and community involvement. Employees enjoy benefits like comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous paid time off, 401(k) profit sharing, life and disability insurance, and more.

Employee Status: Regular, Full-time
Work Hours: Standard work hours with no flexibility
Travel: Not required

Executive Placement Network (EPN) is assisting in filling this position. EPN is a leading recruiting agency with offices in NYC's Financial District and a network of over 1,400 recruiters. We specialize in executive search and helping clients with their hiring needs.