Tax Manager - Birmingham

Firm Overview:

Founded in 1931, Kassouf is a CPA, advisory, and financial planning firm headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama. With locations in Birmingham, Auburn, Orange Beach, Huntsville, and Baton Rouge,

Kassouf currently has more than 100 team members.

We understand that any goal is achieved based on the effectiveness of the team. That’s why team development, leadership, and personal effectiveness are cornerstones of our vision. By promoting a culture that fosters self-improvement, upward mobility, and continued education, we commit to striving for excellence every day. Our highly-trained team is prepared to help clients with any obstacles they may face.

We’re honored to receive recognition as one of the top firms in the nation, a Best of the Best CPA firm, and one of the best firms for women. Though these honors are prestigious, they are side effects of our chief goal: client success. When our clients win, we win. This has been our driving force for 90 years, and it will continue to be for the next 90.

Position Summary:

• Kassouf is currently seeking a Tax Manager in our Birmingham office.
• The Tax Manager will work closely with staff, partners, and clients and will be responsible for planning, supervision, review, and completion of client engagements.
• This individual will also provide proactive tax advisory services for our clients, work to grow relationships, attract new clients, and serve as a critical contact for designated clients.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree and master’s degree in accounting.
• Active CPA license.
• 7+ years of public accounting tax experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, ProSystem, Engagement, Doc.It and Adobe software.
• Experience with complex corporate taxation, individuals, and partnerships including multi-state tax returns, extensions, and tax planning calculations.
• Experience with compiled financial statements
• Ability to develop tax planning strategies for clients.
• Experience supervising, training, developing, and reviewing the work of associates and senior associates.
• Perform advanced tax research and document conclusions
• Experience managing projects including managing and monitoring client deliverables and due dates
• Experience handling IRS and State income tax inquiries, audits, and notices
• Willing to assist with business development efforts, including but not limited to, meeting with prospective clients, preparing fee quotes and proposals, and evaluating clients’ needs.

Founded in 1931, we are one of Birmingham's most established and respected firms. We use our strong history to propel our team toward a bright future. Our advisory mindset and firm vision are at the core of everything we do. We are more than accountants; we are trusted advisors for the array of industries we serve.