Tax Manager

At Stambaugh Ness (SN), we're more than an accounting and advisory firm—we're a multidisciplinary professional services organization dedicated to helping architecture, engineering, construction (AEC), professional services, manufacturing, and closely held businesses thrive.

As a fully remote organization, we empower talented professionals to build rewarding careers from anywhere in the United States while collaborating with exceptional colleagues and serving clients nationwide.

We're seeking a highly motivated Tax Manager to join our growing Tax Solutions team. In this role, you'll lead tax engagements, mentor team members, and deliver exceptional tax compliance and advisory support to clients while helping drive operational excellence across engagements.

What you’ll do at SN:

Lead Tax Engagements

• Manage multiple tax engagements from planning through completion.
• Serve as the primary day-to-day contact for assigned clients.
• Coordinate engagement timelines, budgets, staffing, billing, and accounts receivable.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and at the highest quality standards.

Deliver Technical Tax Expertise

• Review and prepare complex federal and state tax returns for partnerships, S corporations, C corporations, and individuals.
• Conduct tax research and document conclusions in accordance with professional standards.
• Support implementation of tax planning strategies developed by senior leadership.
• Assist clients with IRS and state tax notices and compliance matters.
• Stay current on tax law developments and industry best practices.

Develop and Lead Team Members

• Supervise and review work prepared by Tax Senior Associates, Staff Accountants, and offshore team members.
• Provide coaching, mentoring, and technical guidance to support professional growth.
• Delegate work effectively and ensure efficient utilization of team resources.
• Contribute to a collaborative, high-performance team culture.

Support Client Success

• Build strong relationships with clients and serve as a trusted advisor.
• Communicate complex tax concepts in a practical and understandable manner.
• Identify opportunities to introduce additional firm services that may benefit clients.
• Escalate complex technical matters appropriately to Senior Managers and Directors.

What you may have done before:

• Worked successfully in a fully remote environment.
• Worked within the Tax Department of a leading professional service firm.
• Worked within the AEC industry.

What it takes to be a Tax Manager:

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field.
• Active CPA or EA license
• 4+ years of public accounting tax experience.
• Experience reviewing tax returns and managing engagement workflows.
• Strong technical knowledge of partnership, corporate, and individual taxation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's in Taxation (MST), LL.M. in Taxation, or related advanced degree.
• Experience serving clients in AEC, professional services, manufacturing, or closely held businesses.
• Experience with state tax compliance, composite filings, and pass-through entity taxation.
• Experience with tax software platforms such as CCH Axcess, GoSystem, ProSystem fx, Checkpoint, or BNA.
• Experience working with offshore accounting teams.

What's in it for you: 

• Health & Wellness Your Way: Choose from three medical plans designed to fit different needs and budgets.  
• Wellness Support: Access to Teladoc's zero-cost telehealth services and Husk Wellness for exclusive discounts on gym memberships, nutrition guidance, and mental health support 
• Time Off, When You Need It: Recharge with our flexible PTO policy and enjoy 10 paid holidays 
• Flexible Spending Options: Maximize your health and dependent care through employer-backed HSAs and FSAs 
• Peace of Mind: Your well-being is covered with employer-paid life, AD&D, and comprehensive short- and long-term disability 
• More Ways to Thrive: Tap into our Employee Assistance Program for support, plus access to InsurChoice for personal insurance options. 

Salary: The salary range for this position is an estimate of $130,000 - $150,000. A final compensation offer within this range will be based on factors including an individual’s skill sets, experience, knowledge, licensure and certifications, and geography.  

About Stambaugh Ness

At SN, we’re a powerhouse of passionate, talented professionals making a real impact, together. We believe that innovation thrives in an environment of engaged minds, even when fully remote. Here, you’ll be challenged, inspired, and supported by a team that embraces change and envisions the future. Fast-paced and fast-growing, we have created a close-knit team that genuinely enjoys working together.

SN believes in an inclusive workplace and is committed to building a team from a variety of backgrounds. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and receive the other benefits and privileges of employment. Underrepresented candidates and candidates from nontraditional backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. 

At SN, we serve clients in all 50 states with unparallelled AEC industry expertise and a diverse menu of services, including compliance, government contract services, strategic tax solutions, technology, and cyber risk advisory, data solutions, Deltek ERP software, strategic growth advisory, workforce and talent solutions, outsourced accounting, ownership transition, and mergers and acquisitions.  

Ready to redefine what your career can look like, from anywhere? We’d love to meet you.