Tax Manager
Moorecolson·1 day ago
Moore Colson is seeking a Tax Manager to join our growing Tax practice in Atlanta. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced public accounting professional to continue working on complex, meaningful tax engagements while building a long-term career within an independent firm.
As a leader within our Tax team, you will manage client relationships, review complex tax returns, provide strategic tax guidance, and develop the next generation of professionals. You will have direct access to clients and firm leadership while working in a collaborative, entrepreneurial environment that values initiative, professional growth, and exceptional client service.
At Moore Colson, you will join one of Atlanta’s most respected CPA firms, recognized locally and nationally for its independence, workplace culture, and commitment to developing its people.
What You’ll Do:
- Review complex federal, state, and local income tax returns for businesses and individuals
- Prepare complex business income tax returns as needed
- Provide clients with proactive tax consulting, planning, and projection services
- Research complex tax matters and provide clear, practical recommendations
- Delegate tax preparation and research assignments while monitoring quality, deadlines, and engagement progress
- Manage client relationships and serve as a trusted advisor on tax-related matters
- Communicate tax strategies, technical conclusions, and engagement updates to clients and internal stakeholders
- Mentor, coach, and develop team members while providing timely and constructive feedback
- Collaborate with partners and other practice areas to identify opportunities to provide additional value to clients
- Contribute to the continued growth and success of the Tax practice
Requirements
- Active CPA license required
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field
- Master’s degree in Taxation or Accounting preferred
- 4-7 years of progressive tax experience in public accounting
- Experience reviewing complex business and individual income tax returns
- Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local tax regulations
- Exceptional Excel skills
- Proficiency with tax automation/workflow software is a plus
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- Strong client service mindset and consultative approach
- Self-directed and ambitious
Why Moore Colson?
• Generous time off including 5 weeks’ vacation, wellness days, floating holidays, and paid holidays
• Flexible work environment with up to 2 remote days per week and “Dress for Your Day” attire
• Competitive compensation with salary, bonus program, 401(k) with match, and various reimbursements (cell phone, fitness, home office, tuition/certifications)
• Comprehensive health coverage including medical, dental, and vision
• CPA Certification Support & Incentive Program
• Professional development through continuing education, coaching, and mentoring programs
• Community & culture perks such as volunteer days and family/team social events
Market context
Measured from remote postings we have tracked ourselves — not self-reported survey data.
What Lead / Principal Finance roles in Americas pay
- 25th
- $118k
- Median
- $147k
- 75th
- $175k
Based on 1,460 comparable postings with disclosed salaries, last 12 months.
How Moorecolson is hiring
- Last 90 days
- 4 roles
- Total tracked
- 25
- Hiring across
- 1 job family
Tracked since August 2025.