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Tax Manager/ Tax Senior Manager(4456)
Metairie, LA
IDj-4456Posted 9/6/2024

Tax Manager/ Tax Sr Manager Job Description

 

 

OVERVIEW OF ATHENA: 

ATHENA Consulting is an award-winning staffing firm serving state and local governments. Our mission is to make lives better! We make our Clients’ Lives Easier by engaging and supporting our clients and partnering with them to be the most knowledgeable staffing partner. We make our Employees’ Lives Better by identifying and cultivating their talents and matching these talents with our customers’ needs. ATHENA places a high value on customer service, accountability and getting the job done. 

 

POSITION SUMMARY: 

 

Our Client  is seeking a dynamic individual to join our team as an International Tax Manager. This full-time role offers competitive pay, benefits, and a hybrid work schedule. The salary range for this position is $71,000 - $153,000, depending on experience and qualifications. The International Tax Manager will be responsible for overseeing and managing complex international tax engagements, including tax return preparation, tax planning, and client consultations. The role requires a strong background in international tax laws and accounting standards, and the ability to lead and develop a team of tax professionals. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills, a high level of professionalism, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Roles in Various locations, Listed below.

 

Available Locations:

Louisiana: Houma, Covington, Metairie, Baton Rouge

Texas: Houston

  

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

·       Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

·       Review and manage tax returns, extensions, and tax planning calculations.
·       Prepare complex federal and state income taxes and estate and gift taxes.
·       Supervise and manage large tax engagements.
·       Identify solutions for client issues and complete assignments within budgeted time frames and firm quality standards.
·       Assign projects to appropriate team members and recognize opportunities to provide additional services to new or existing clients.
·       Maintain long-term client relationships by maintaining regular contact throughout the year.
·       Coach, develop, and motivate staff members, including interns and senior associates.
·       Assist in business development and meet with potential clients.
·       Assist in the recruitment and training of new staff.

Required Skills/Abilities: 

·       Strong knowledge and experience in tax preparation and review.
·       Extensive experience in international tax accounting.
·       Proficient in federal and state taxation, including income taxes and estate and gift taxes.
·       Ability to manage multiple projects with consistency and accuracy.
·       High level of professionalism and ability to work in a team environment.
·       Strong oral and written communication skills.
·       Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Education and Experience: 
·       Bachelor of Science in Accounting; Master of Science in Taxation preferred but not required.
·       CPA certification required.
·       4-8 years of public accounting experience with a national or regional firm in their tax department.
 

Physical Requirements: 

·       Frequent use of hands, wrists, fingers associated with computer equipment.
·       Required to sit for extended periods of time.
·       Occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
·       Normal visual acuity, ability to talk and hear.
·       Occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.  

Successful ATHENA employees will display the following characteristics: 

  • You strive to be the best in your field currently and in the future. 
  • You like to make your employer look good. 
  • You find solutions, where others only see problems. 
  • You are proactive, you make and meet commitments, and you perform your duties exceedingly well. 
  • You are aware of the employer’s needs at all times and are well-versed in what you personally and ATHENA can offer them as a whole. 
  • You have the ability to work with diverse, integrated, deliverable-driven teams to accomplish the larger mission. 

  

The benefits of working for ATHENA include: 

·       Hybrid work-from-home opportunities.
·       Competitive salary and PTO policy.
·       Paid holidays.
·       Excellent medical, dental, and vision plans.
·       Life insurance.
·       401(k) plan.  

 

The statements in this Job Posting are intended to describe the general nature and minimum level of work required.  The content should not be construed as a complete list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required to meet the criteria for this position.  Upon request, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Application for employment is not intended to and does not create a contract or offer of employment and if hired, employment with the company is on an at-will basis and could be terminated at the will of either party. 

ATHENA Consulting LLC does not discriminate in hiring based on federally protected classifications to include but not limited to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status or other characteristics protected by law.  Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. 

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