Tax Manager (Automotive Dealerships)

Councilor, Buchanan & Mitchell, P.C. (CBM), a leading accounting and business advisory firm serving clients across Washington, DC, Baltimore, and the Mid-Atlantic region, is currently seeking an experienced senior tax professional. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of six years of public accounting and tax experience and will work on compilation, review, and tax engagements - primarily for clients in the automotive dealership industry.

Remote work and flexible schedule are available. Anticipated start date for this position is early 2026.

Essential Functions

• Manage tax related processes, procedures, and team
• Prepare personal, corporate, estate, and trust tax returns, including more complex cases
• Review and approve all returns, with the exception of those dealing with specialized issues requiring the expertise of another manager or director
• Review tax accruals and associated working papers
• Assume responsibility for the smooth flow of tax returns
• Act as director-in-charge for a variety of clients, and act as key client for a variety of engagements
• Bill and discuss fees with clients
• Complete complex tax planning, including preparation of BNA projections
• Analyze IRS notices and draft responses
• Review IRS notice responses prepared by other tax personnel
• Represent clients before the IRS
• Communicate tax developments to the firm
• Perform more complex tax research and review the research projects of others
• Assist accounting and auditing staff members in client meetings
• Delegate work to and supervise / manage work of tax staff, senior tax accountants, and tax supervisors
• Participate in tax department administrative projects
• Work with directors to establish standards for the tax staff and evaluate and counsel tax staff members
• Act as a resource for tax team
• Contribute to the client service team by producing quality work with quick turnaround and attentive service
• Develop a general understanding of the firm's philosophy and tax opinions
• Establish good working relationships with all directors and staff members

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About CBM

At CBM, it is our goal to hire talented, energetic people who are enthusiastic about what they do. We offer a mentorship program to encourage individuals to grow professionally and develop in their careers. CBM offers today's accounting professionals opportunities for advancement in a fast-paced environment that allows for both professional success and work-life balance.

CBM offers a diverse, flexible work environment, and we are proud to offer a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package, growth opportunities, and a team-oriented environment.

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