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FMF&E, a CNY Best Places to Work and Accounting Today Great Place to Work for Women certified firm, is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Tax Manager/Senior Tax Manager to join our dynamic and growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a tax professional who thrives in a collaborative, client-focused environment. We take pride in maintaining a fun, flexible, and team-oriented workplace that values both professional excellence and personal well-being.

As a Tax/Senior Manager, you will play a key leadership role in managing client relationships, overseeing complex tax engagements, and mentoring staff — all while helping shape the continued growth and success of our firm.

This position is a hybrid position located in Syracuse, NY.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a front-line client advisor, developing strong, lasting relationships with clients and ensuring the highest quality in service delivery and compliance.
• Lead complex tax planning and strategy engagements, offering innovative and practical solutions to minimize tax liabilities and achieve client goals.
• Review and evaluate tax research, methodology, and conclusions to ensure accuracy and quality.
• Represent clients during IRS audits, administrative hearings, and other regulatory interactions.
• Collaborate with Partners on practice development, management, and strategic initiatives to support firm growth.
• Represent the firm within professional and community organizations, strengthening our presence and reputation.
• Oversee Tax Department scheduling and workload management to ensure efficient operations.
• Mentor and develop Tax Staff, In-Charges, and Supervisors, fostering a culture of learning, accountability, and professional advancement.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of progressive tax experience, 7 years or more for Senior Tax Manager, preferably in a public accounting firm.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (Master’s in Taxation preferred).
• Active CPA license required.
• Demonstrated commitment to exceptional client service and professional integrity.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to explain complex tax matters clearly.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and self-motivated, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proactive, strategic mindset.

About Us

We are proud to be one of Central New York’s leading certified public accounting firms, serving clients locally and nationwide for over 40 years. Our firm has grown organically through a strong emphasis on teamwork, integrity, and excellence.

We specialize in providing audit, accounting, tax, and management consulting services to clients across diverse industries, including:

• Construction and contracting
• Credit unions and financial institutions
• Energy and independent power producers
• Professional services
• Manufacturing, wholesale, and distribution

Our success stems from our dedication to client relationships, community involvement, and continuous professional development.

Our Benefits

We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including:

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives
• Unlimited (self-managed) paid time off for managers
• Paid holidays and flexible scheduling options
• 401(k) plan with firm contributions
• Employer-provided parking benefit
• Comprehensive health and welfare plan options (medical, dental, vision, etc.)
• Career development programs, continuing education support, and mentorship opportunities

Join a firm where your expertise, ideas, and professional growth are valued — and where you can truly make an impact.

Apply today to become part of a firm that values excellence, collaboration, and community.

There is a difference among accounting firms. We invite you to experience it firsthand!

Firley, Moran, Freer & Eassa CPA, P.C. (FMF&E) is committed to a diverse and welcoming workplace in which all team members, clients, vendors, and all visitors are respected and included. FMF&E promotes respectful and mean­ingful collaboration across our diverse teams. This includes collaboration and inclusion with consideration of personal identities and experiences including physical ability, age, appearance, ethnicity, family/marital status, gender, gender expression, language, military or veteran status, nationality, political ideology, race, religion/spirituality, sex, sexu­ality and socio-economic status. Our diverse team strives to live our values of care, curiosity, and courage at all times in our work.

Firley, Moran, Freer & Eassa is an equal opportunity employer

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