Tax Manager

Dauby O’Connor & Zaleski, LLC (DOZ) is seeking an experienced Tax Manager to join our team. In this role, you will work directly with clients, manage tax engagements, and help develop tax professionals in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. The ideal candidate combines strong technical tax expertise with effective leadership, communication, and client-service skills.

Essential Responsibilities

• Provide tax compliance services for partnerships and not-for-profit organizations within the affordable housing and community development industry.
• Provide tax compliance services for corporations and individuals within the real estate industry.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships by delivering timely, responsive, and exceptional service that exceeds client expectations.
• Assist with managing, developing, and mentoring professional tax staff.
• Review federal and state tax returns prepared by tax staff.
• Delegate responsibilities effectively and monitor the progress and quality of tax engagements, as appropriate.
• Collaborate with Tax Seniors, Tax Managers, and firm leadership to manage workflow and support the development of tax personnel.
• Research complex federal and state tax matters, apply findings to client engagements, and communicate conclusions clearly to clients and internal team members.
• Perform other responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting.
• Active CPA license.
• At least five years of relevant public accounting experience.
• Advanced technical knowledge of federal and state taxation, including strong tax research skills.
• Strong team-building, delegation, and workflow-management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong sense of ownership and commitment to providing high-quality client service.
• Ability to remain calm, organized, and solutions-focused in demanding situations.
• Flexibility and comfort working in a team-oriented, collaborative management environment.
• Proficiency with professional tax preparation software; experience with CCH ProSystem fx or CCH Axcess is preferred.
• Availability to work approximately 60–70 hours per week during peak tax season (January - April).