Tax Manager

Looking for a new and exciting challenge that takes full advantage of both your tax and leadership skills?

We are a growing small/mid-size CPA firm committed to delivering exceptional tax, accounting, audit, and advisory services. Our team thrives on collaboration, professional development, and building lasting client relationships.

We’re looking for a Tax Manager who is passionate about both technical excellence and team leadership.

As a Tax Manager, you’ll play a key role in client service, project management, and team development. Your responsibilities will include:

• Client Service & Project Management

  • Work flexible hours as needed to complete projects, with approximately 70% of time billable.

  • Complete projects in compliance with professional standards, within budget and agreed timelines, achieving at least 80% realization.

  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with new and existing clients.

  • Recognize opportunities to provide additional services and participate in new client proposals.

  • Manage and perform business advisory services, offering strategic insights and solutions.

• Tax Compliance & Review

  • Review and prepare complex business and personal income tax returns and projections, including:

    • Individual Tax (Form 1040)

    • Partnership Tax (Form 1065)

    • S Corporation Tax (Form 1120-S)

    • C Corporation Tax (Form 1120)

    • Exempt Organizations (Form 990, 990-PF)

    • Fiduciary Tax Returns (Form 1041)

  • Research complex tax issues and provide strategic planning recommendations.

  • Ensure accuracy, compliance, and high-quality deliverables across all engagements.

• Team Leadership & Development

  • Coordinate team workload for engagements and assist staff to ensure deadlines are met.

  • Supervise and mentor staff accountants and tax associates, providing coaching, feedback, and performance evaluations.

  • Develop and train team members through structured learning opportunities, one-on-one guidance, and career development planning.

  • Lead training presentations and workshops on tax updates, compliance, and best practices.

  • Build and foster a collaborative team culture that encourages open communication, accountability, and professional growth.

  • Participate in internal and external training sessions to stay current and strengthen firm-wide knowledge.

• Firm Collaboration

  • Partner with firm leadership on business development initiatives and client advisory opportunities.

  • Contribute to the growth and success of the firm by actively engaging in strategic planning and team-building efforts.

Zelin & Associates CPA LLC is an established CPA firm in midtown Manhattan that has been servicing individuals, small businesses and nonprofits in the New York and New Jersey area since 2008. We are a team of highly knowledgeable and friendly professionals who work hard to earn our role as trusted advisers. The focus of our full-service boutique firm is to provide clients with the highest quality of personalized service on a timely basis.

Our employees enjoy a work culture that promotes teamwork and doing the right thing for the client.

Benefits: A highly competitive salary and benefits package through our PEO (professional employer organization).