Tax Administration Manager

Tonneson + Co is a certified public accounting and consulting firm headquartered in Wakefield, Massachusetts. We provide accounting, tax, auditing and business advisory services that address the local, domestic, and international needs of our clients.

We are looking for a Tax Administration Manager to join our team. This position is responsible for providing a broad spectrum of support to the Tax Department in a fast-paced, challenging, and rewarding environment. The candidate will lead and support the execution of business activities with the tax administrators and will work closely with the tax Executives and tax team on various projects and daily assignments. They will also be responsible for continuous improvements to the processes and methodologies used in the tax department. The ideal candidate must demonstrate strong communication, organizational, technical, and procedural skills, coupled with the ability to multitask effectively and prioritize numerous projects in a dynamic work environment.

This role provides an excellent opportunity for individuals who are committed to investing in their own development and seizing opportunities for advancement within our organization. If you are highly motivated and eager to grow both personally and professionally, we invite you to apply for this role.

Essential Job Functions

- Support managing tax shareholders by providing relevant and timely insights into the tax department and assisting with any additional administrative functions.

- Assist with facilitating day-to-day processes within the department.

- Oversee tax administrative functions to ensure efficient and consistent operations in the tax department.

- Review of correspondences, reports, and other documents; prioritizes such materials and prepares summaries as necessary.

- Assist in the development of training materials and department communications.

- Assist in maintaining databases, spreadsheets, project trackers, etc. to be current and accurate.

- Assist with third-party vendor follow-up and project management.

- Perform QC for tax department including review and implementation of process and system changes.

- Identify opportunities for process enhancement and implement strategies to streamline workflows and increase efficiency within the department.

- Collaborate seamlessly with senior management and colleagues across all levels of the department to foster a cohesive and productive work environment

- Manage workflows efficiently with minimal involvement from managers, ensuring smooth operations and timely project delivery.

- Identify and implement areas for improvement within the department, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.

- Implement changes in processes and procedures to drive positive outcomes while minimizing disruption.

- Engage proactively with senior tax executives, contributing valuable insights and aligning departmental goals with overall organizational objectives.

Qualifications

- Associate’s degree in business, accounting, or related field is required.

- 7+ years in an administrative managerial capacity with Tax operations is required.

- A basic understanding of accounting and/or its environment is required.

- Advanced proficiency with all Microsoft applications.

- Flexibility to work additional hours during peak periods (February 1st to April 15th and August 15th – October 15th) to meet business demands.

- Proven ability to work in a deadline-driven environment and handle multiple projects simultaneously.

- Demonstrate strong leadership abilities to effectively guide and motivate team members toward achieving organizational goals.

- Display a high level of motivation and a desire for personal and professional advancement, actively seeking opportunities for self-improvement and career progression within Tonneson.

- Tech-savvy with the ability and desire to embrace necessary software applications i.e. CCH Axcess applications, ProSystem Fx, SurePrep, SafeSend Return (SSR), and RightSignature.

- Exhibit independent thinking and the capability to work autonomously while ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.

- Demonstrate excellent organizational skills and sound business decision-making abilities.

- Strong attention to detail with precise follow-through.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

-401(k) matching

-Dental insurance

-Health insurance

-Paid time off

-Vision insurance

- Summer Fridays

Schedule:

8 hour shift

Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

Wakefield, MA 01880:

Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

Tax: 5 years (Preferred)

Administrative: 7 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

We are an equal opportunity employer.