Tax Manager/Senior Manager

We’re a leading accounting, tax and business advisory firm in located Portland, Maine and are dedicated to serving the needs of personal clients and mid-size companies. We help our clients grow to their potential by providing business services that deliver results. We’re looking for exceptional candidates who want to grow to their potential and who want to be part of a fast-paced entrepreneurial accounting firm. If this describes the kind of firm you would like to join as an important team member, send us an email and let’s take it from there.

Position Summary

We’re seeking a Tax Manager/Senior Manager who will work independently and with other managers and Partners within the firm to maintain client base and provide training and development to staff members. The Manager/Senior Manager will be responsible for an assigned group of clients in various industries and delivery of a full range of services.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Advise clients on a full spectrum of tax services including planning, research and compliance.

  • Prepare and/or review tax returns for corporation, flow-through entities and individuals.

  • Consult on a variety of tax issues and carry out the related research

  • Proactively interact with key client management to make business and tax recommendations

  • Supervise, train/develop and assess the performance of tax accountants

  • Adhere to the highest degree of professional standards

  • Perform other accounting and tax compliance related tasks as assigned

  • Engage in advanced and specific CPE to improve technical skills and provide resources for staff

  • Be actively involved in all aspects of marketing the firm

  • Assume an active role in sales calls, fee quotes, proposal preparation and presentations

  • Generate new business for the firm through existing and new referral relationships obtained

  • Cultivate new business from existing clients

  • Continual involvement in all aspects of billing

    Qualifications and Requirements:

  • Five-plus years of accounting and tax experience with a public accounting firm

  • Degree in Accounting or equivalent experience

  • Master’s of Science Degree in Taxation a plus

  • CPA license preferred

  • Strong tax compliance and accounting skills

  • Strong analytical, writing, and organizational skills

  • Solid interpersonal and customer service skills

  • Ability to handle multiple priorities and meet tight deadline in a high-energy environment

  • Leadership ability with a positive team player attitude

Benefits Include:

  • Highly competitive salary

  • 401(k) & Profit Sharing Plan, Health Insurance, Dental, Section 125 Plan, Life Insurance, STD & LTD Insurance, Parental Leave, Paid Holiday Time, generous PTO, (Free Parking in Portland), Fridays off during summer months

  • Educational reimbursement

  • Flexibility to work from home & hybrid work (must be mutually agreed)

Contact Information:

Please email your resume and cover letter to Jane Bopp (JBopp@purdypowers.com). No phone calls, please

Purdy Powers & Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer