Tax Manager

• Public Robert Half
• 3.9 Madison, WI Job Details $100,000
• $140,000 a year 6 days ago Benefits Disability insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Vision insurance Qualifications Research Full Job Description We are looking for an experienced Tax Manager to join our public accounting team in Madison, Wisconsin.

This position plays a central role in guiding complex tax engagements, advising both business and individual clients, and helping ensure the department delivers high-quality work on schedule. The ideal candidate brings strong technical tax knowledge, leadership capability, and a client-focused approach that supports long-term relationships and continued firm growth.

Responsibilities:

Direct the preparation and final review of a broad range of business and individual tax filings, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable standards. Advise clients on tax planning strategies, technical issues, and practical solutions by conducting research and translating findings into clear recommendations. Oversee daily tax department operations, including assignment flow, due dates, budgets, invoicing, and effective use of team capacity. Supervise, coach, and assess tax professionals to strengthen technical skills, accountability, and overall team performance. Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and referral sources while identifying opportunities to expand services and support business development efforts. Keep leadership and staff informed on engagement progress, emerging concerns, and priority items to promote timely decision-making and consistent service delivery. Balance billable hour goals with high standards for quality, responsiveness, and turnaround time across multiple engagements. Uphold ethical standards, safeguard confidential information, and contribute to process improvements that enhance departmental effectiveness. Support work related to financial statement preparation and review as part of overall client service responsibilities. Significant public accounting experience with progressive responsibility in tax management and client service. Demonstrated ability to prepare and review corporate and individual tax returns in a fast-paced, detail-oriented environment. Strong knowledge of annual income tax provision work, corporate taxation, and tax planning principles. Proficiency with CCH ProSystem fx, CCH Sales Tax, and related tax software applications. Experience managing engagement budgets, deadlines, and staff workloads while maintaining service quality. Proven leadership skills with the ability to mentor team members and provide constructive performance feedback. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills for advising clients, collaborating with senior stakeholders, and developing referral networks. Familiarity with entity formation matters and related tax implications for business clients. Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity

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