Tax Manager

Rhodes, Young, Black & Duncan, CPA is looking for a Tax Manager to join our team in Duluth.Do you value working in a true team environment, mentoring from senior partners, having a professional growth plan, learning practice development tips at an award-winning firm committed to stellar client service and work-life quality? If so, the opportunity you have been waiting, and preparing for is with Rhodes, Young Black & Duncan (RYBD). When you work here, we treat you like family. Located in Duluth, this area is known for its quality of life, a great place to raise a family, enjoy the local dining scene at the growing number of foodie restaurants, and bask in the mild weather. This position will manage the clientele experience, be responsible for preparing monthly financial statements for clients, and preparing complex individual and/or business tax returns. Have in-depth experience in small business bookkeeping, accounting & income tax preparation for individuals as well as all entity type returns (Forms 1065, 1120, 1120S, 990, 706 & 709) The ideal candidate is a CPA who has experience in preparing and presenting taxes, is knowledgeable with tax practices and laws, and has supervisor experience. Ability to work autonomously but also thrive in a high teamwork, low drama culture is a must. Why Choose RYBD:

• Challenging work with a talented team of professionals, in a fun, collaborative environment
• Professional growth and development with an opportunity to lead and mentor or coach others
• High level of responsibility, challenge, and professional reward
• Work-life quality with competitive pay and benefits package
• Stones throw away from Infinite Energy Area
• Easy access to I-85 and/or 316
• Virtual work environment may be available.

Responsibilities:

• Coaches and trains Tax Consultants and Senior Tax Consultants while setting a positive and encouraging example in the process.
• Reviews work papers and tax returns prepared by other tax department professionals.
• Continually communicates the progress of the tax return or research project with the engagement Manager or Partner.
• Identifies potential tax issues, performs research, and presents proposed solutions to Managers and Partners.
• Prepares detailed draft invoices.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date client records
• Participates in client meetings to assist with answering of questions and review of research or returns.
• Demonstrates increased responsibility for continued professional education and improving technical skills.
• Continues to develop a network of contacts through community involvement.
• Produce error-free accounting reports and present their results
• Spot errors and suggest ways to improve efficiency and spending
• Review individual and business tax returns
• Embrace technology to create efficiencies
• Participate in employee interviews
• Provide initial training and support ongoing professional development of mentee(s)
• Help scale the business, including developing and creating processing for new entities.

Qualifications:

• 6+ years’ experience in accounting, preferable public
• Bachelor’s Preferred
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Aptitude for numbers and quantitative skills
• Advanced MS Excel skills including V-lookups and pivot tables
• Experience with UltraTax, Advanceflow, and Go-file Room a plus
• Proficient with QuickBooks and QuickBooks Online
• Proficient with QuickBooks Client set-up including Chart of Accounts and clean-up
• Proficient with QuickBooks conversion from desktop to on-line
• Proficient with Adobe Acrobat and MS Office Suite
• Payroll experience
• Detail and deadline-oriented
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Must possess excellent communication skills and be comfortable with client contact
• CPA required

Who we are:At RYBD, we are a combination of smarts and heart. We place people first, getting to know the people behind the numbers. Our rally cry is Better Today – Great Tomorrow. We want you to ask yourself every day – Do you love working here and do people love working with you? Founded in 1957, we are a full-service firm offering a wide variety of tax, audit, business advising, and accounting services to individuals and businesses throughout Georgia. We’ve been named the Best Accounting Firm by Best of Gwinnett for over twelve years. Our team has a wide range of industry experience including small businesses, nonprofit organizations, health care, construction, real estate, financial institutions, manufacturing, and wholesale/distribution. Benefits:

• 401(k) or ROTH Contributions
• Health Insurance, life & disability insurance options
• Paid time off – 160 hours yearly
• Paid Holidays

Interested parties should send a resume and cover letter to [email protected]