Tax Consultant Manager

Experience:

5+ years of relevant experience

Department:

Tax & Advisory / Accounting & Consultancy

Job Summary:

The Tax Consultant Manager will be responsible for managing and overseeing tax advisory and compliance engagements for a portfolio of clients. The role requires strong knowledge of taxation, accounting principles, regulatory requirements, and tax planning strategies. The successful candidate will manage client relationships, review tax computations and reports, supervise team members, and ensure that all assignments are completed accurately and within the required deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee tax compliance and advisory assignments for a diverse portfolio of clients.
• Review and supervise the preparation of tax returns, tax computations, schedules, and supporting documentation.
• Provide professional tax advisory services and assist clients with tax planning and compliance matters.
• Ensure clients comply with applicable tax laws, regulations, filing requirements, and deadlines.
• Review financial and accounting information to identify tax implications, risks, and potential areas for optimization.
• Advise clients on tax-related matters, including business transactions, restructuring, and other financial activities.
• Conduct tax research and monitor changes in tax legislation, regulations, and government requirements.
• Identify potential tax exposures and recommend appropriate solutions and corrective actions.
• Manage tax audits, assessments, inquiries, and correspondence with relevant tax authorities when required.
• Prepare and review technical tax reports, opinions, presentations, and client communications.
• Develop and maintain strong professional relationships with clients and act as a key point of contact for tax-related matters.
• Supervise, train, and mentor junior tax consultants and accounting team members.
• Review the quality and accuracy of work prepared by team members before submission to clients or authorities.
• Coordinate with accounting, audit, finance, and advisory teams to ensure integrated client service.
• Monitor engagement timelines, deliverables, budgets, and overall client service quality.
• Assist in developing new business opportunities and preparing proposals for tax and advisory services.
• Maintain confidentiality of client information and ensure compliance with professional and company standards.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in tax consultancy, accounting, audit, or a professional services environment.
• Strong knowledge of taxation, accounting principles, and financial reporting.
• Experience in managing multiple client accounts and tax engagements.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong client management and relationship-building abilities.
• Ability to lead, supervise, and develop junior team members.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines effectively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word.
• Experience with accounting, tax, or ERP software is an advantage.
• Professional certification such as ACCA, CPA, CTA, CA, or equivalent is an advantage.

Key Competencies

• Tax Advisory & Compliance
• Tax Planning & Research
• Financial & Analytical Skills
• Client Relationship Management
• Team Leadership
• Problem Solving
• Attention to Detail