Tax Manager - Public

We are looking for an experienced Tax Manager to join a client-focused accounting team in Janesville, Wisconsin. This role is suited for a detail-oriented tax specialist who can oversee return reviews, guide client engagements, and lead staff development with confidence. The position offers the chance to contribute to a collaborative environment while helping improve efficiency, service quality, and long-term departmental success.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the review of individual, business, fiduciary, and related tax filings to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable regulations.

• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients by addressing tax-related questions, requesting outstanding information, discussing planning strategies, and presenting completed returns.

• Coordinate engagement flow by assigning work across team members, balancing priorities, and keeping projects moving efficiently through completion.

• Provide coaching, feedback, and day-to-day guidance to tax team members to support skill development and strengthen team performance.

• Evaluate client situations to uncover tax-saving opportunities and deliver practical recommendations aligned with their financial goals.

• Track filing calendars and engagement milestones to help maintain on-time delivery during both peak and non-peak periods.

• Contribute ideas that enhance internal procedures, increase operational efficiency, and improve the overall client experience.

• Partner with firm leadership to manage workload distribution, maintain strong client relationships, and support departmental objectives.

• At least 5 years of tax experience within a public accounting environment.
• Demonstrated expertise in individual and business taxation, with the ability to apply sound technical judgment.
• Background in reviewing tax returns and leading or supervising staff members.
• Strong client-facing communication skills with a detail-oriented and confident approach.
• Excellent organization and time management abilities, including the capacity to handle multiple deadlines effectively.
• Ability to remain composed and make sound decisions in a fast-paced, deadline-driven setting.
• Experience with tax and accounting software such as Lacerte, QuickBooks, CCH ProSystem Fx, or related platforms is preferred.
• CPA license preferred.