Tax Manager

Johnson, Stone and Pagano

Tacoma, WA

Full-Time

Job Description

WHO is JSP?

Johnson, Stone & Pagano, P.S. is a premier professional service firm based in the Tacoma area. We provide tax, audit and business advisory services; it's our commitment to help our clients achieve success. We are a MANAGER led firm! We are a FUN team that encourages PROFESSIONAL GROWTH and provides FLEXIBILITY! We believe promoting flexibility and work/life blend supports your personal and professional growth. We support our COMMUNITY! Giving back is important to us. Want to learn more about JSP? Follow us on LinkedIn and Facebook. We invite you to discover the difference in being a part of Johnson, Stone & Pagano's team. On OUR team, we measure success by pursuing our interests, fulfilling our career ambitions and providing valued services to our clients.

WHAT WILL YOU DO at JSP?

Professional mindset, inquisitiveness and relationship building are the cornerstones to being successful at JSP. You will become an integral part of the client relationship team and the firm management team. You will start developing strong, positive working relationships with clients, shareholders and staff the minute you step foot in the door. PASSION! Are you passionate about learning, developing your expertise and growing as an individual? Given the opportunities to work alongside shareholders and managers of the firm you will be empowered to pave your way, make your mark and develop your personal brand!

Review business and individual tax returns
Prepare high level tax returns, including state returns; signs completed tax returns
Interview clients to obtain information for tax returns or other projects
Review tax accruals; attend meetings with auditors regarding tax issues
Manage client relationships by monitoring client needs, building value into professional service
Evaluate the costs, benefits and risks of alternative solutions to client problems or needs
Perform tax research and other special projects as they occur
Provide feedback in order to develop the tax practice
Capitalize on personal and professional experiences in order to develop business and practice lines
Participate in the management team, bringing ideas and feedback in supporting the firm's strategic plan, and being involved with firm committees
Supervise and delegate duties to supervisors, senior staff and staff
Provide mentoring and technical training for employees in the tax department and participates in performance reviews
Perform client manager duties including billing and collection efforts for book of business clients
Participate in the area of business development, including outside marketing efforts and preparing proposals
Participate in community organizations and industry functions
Demonstrate competencies in accordance with career development

WHY WORK at JSP?

We love to throw in a good perk, or two, or three, or more because we are invested in YOU! We offer EXCELLENT benefits that are an integral part of the total competitive compensation package.

6 weeks compensated time off (CTO) annually; paid holidays
Insurance (Medical, dental, vision and group term life); benefits to PT employees
401(k) Plan, with match
Flexible Spending Account; Health Savings Account
Continuing professional education and professional licensing
Business expense and mileage reimbursement
Relocation expenses are negotiable

WHAT WILL YOU BRING to JSP?

A Bachelor's or master's degree in accounting or other closely related field. Minimum of 7 years of public accounting with experience of the above responsibilities.

Extensive knowledge of tax accounting principles and IRS regulations
Demonstrate critical and analytical thinking skills
Skills in networking and developing business
Ability to communicate clearly in writing and verbally
Ability to multi task with multiple projects
Meet deadlines by setting priorities with work projects
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and clients
Proficiency using tax software, Excel, Word and Outlook.