Tax Manager - Public

We are looking for a skilled Tax Manager - Public to join a client-focused accounting team in Cleveland, Ohio. This role leads tax compliance engagements across business, trust, and individual returns while ensuring work is accurate, timely, and aligned with high-quality standards. The position also partners closely with clients and internal staff to address tax matters, improve outcomes, and support ongoing growth. Success in this role requires strong technical judgment, effective project leadership, and the ability to manage multiple priorities with confidence.

Responsibilities:
• Review business, trust, and individual income tax returns for accuracy, completeness, and compliance before final delivery.
• Oversee tax engagements from initial planning through completion, ensuring deadlines, quality expectations, and client needs are met.
• Research tax matters, resolve filing issues, and recommend practical strategies that support stronger client results.
• Lead multiple assignments at the same time while maintaining organized workflows and consistent communication on progress.
• Act as the primary manager on designated client accounts, guiding engagement execution and coordinating final deliverables.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships by developing an understanding of each organization’s operations and tax environment.
• Assign work to team members effectively, monitor performance, and provide direction throughout the compliance process.
• Coach and develop staff by strengthening technical knowledge, industry understanding, and career growth.
• Stay current on tax regulations, emerging guidance, and relevant authorities, and apply that knowledge to moderately complex situations.

• Demonstrated experience reviewing and managing business, trust, and individual tax returns in a public accounting environment.

• Strong knowledge of tax compliance standards and the ability to identify issues and develop sound recommendations.

• Proven ability to manage several client engagements simultaneously while meeting deadlines and maintaining quality.

• Experience leading client relationships and serving in an engagement management capacity.

• Proficiency with annual income tax provision work and corporate tax return preparation or review.

• Familiarity with entity formation and related tax considerations.

• Strong delegation, communication, and staff development skills.