Tax Manager-Private Foundation

Do you want your tax expertise to power organizations that are actually changing their communities? At Clark Nuber, our Not-for-Profit Tax team works alongside foundations, healthcare organizations, schools, and other mission-driven clients who care deeply about the people they serve. As a Tax Manager, you'll lead engagements that go well beyond compliance. You'll be solving complex technical challenges, advising clients on smart planning, and mentoring the next generation of tax professionals. If you're looking for meaningful work, sharp colleagues, and clients with a genuine sense of purpose, this is a place to grow.

Tax Managers serve as project managers for assigned tax compliance and consulting engagements focused on private foundations and other not for profits organizations. This involves planning, execution and finalization of each engagement for clients.  

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Manage Tax engagements by planning, scheduling, monitoring and reviewing compliance engagements.  Delegate tasks to assigned staff, regularly communicate with clients and other Clark Nuber staff, respond to questions, clarify assignments and review work completed. 

• Review the work performed by staff including tax returns and work papers to ensure accuracy and compliance with professional and organizational standards, as well as codes and regulations.  Approve to process returns.

• Serve as technical resource to assigned staff through careful review and feedback on work product(s).  Research technical issues and communicate results of research to staff or client.

• Provide consulting services to clients to provide business advice related to tax planning and compliance and related areas.  Assist clients with all aspects of IRS examinations, appeals and other practices which include researching and analyzing tax issues, writing technical tax memoranda.

• Manage client relationships through active and on-going communication, responding promptly to questions and inquiries, review schedules and timelines and communicate deadlines to clients. 

• Participate in activities which support practice development and firm growth strategies and goals.  Assist in the preparation and presentation of new client proposals, attend networking events, and gather information for potential new clients.

• Participate in administrative duties/initiatives for the Tax department as assigned which support efficiency and compliance with professional standards.  Present in-house technical training for staff that supports organizational needs.  Attend CPE courses for required professional development.  

• Mentor and support staff assigned to each engagement by providing informal feedback during the engagement and formal, written feedback at the end of the engagement.

Education:  Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field or a combination of education and directly related work experience. CPA license or equivalent.

Experience:  5+ years’ progressively more responsible assignments in public accounting where expertise in taxation and compliance can be demonstrated.  Demonstrated successful experience as a supervisor or lead. You must pass a background check, including a credit check, at any time to remain eligible for this position.

Salary Range: $119,000 minimum to $164,657 maximum salary range

Benefits: At Clark Nuber, we believe in supporting our employees both professionally and personally from day one. Here's what you can expect:

• Comprehensive Insurance Coverage: We offer fully paid medical, dental, vision, life, short-term and long-term disability, and AD&D insurance for employees. Dependent coverage is subsidized, with all benefits starting on your first day.
• Time Off & Flexibility: Enjoy 10 paid holidays, up to 5 weeks of flexible time off annually, and a sabbatical program for tenured employees—because we value work-life integration. We provide paid parental leave to support you and your family during important life moments.
• Professional Growth: We’re committed to your development. We cover licensing, certifications, tuition, and association fees to help you grow your career.
• Financial Wellness: Our benefits include a matching 401(k), annual profit-sharing, special performance bonuses, and on-the-spot recognition rewards.

At Clark Nuber, we foster a culture of excellence, flexibility, and continuous learning—because when you thrive, we all do.

Clark Nuber is dedicated to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We strive to create an environment where employees are valued, empowered to positively support our business objectives and clients, and recognized for their individual and team contributions. We believe that building an inclusive culture is essential for all our employees to bring their authentic, whole selves to work and experience a sense of belonging and support. Our culture is to lead with respect and acceptance of difference. We expect all employees to embrace this principle and to express it in workplace interactions and through everyday practices.

Please note that transcription or recording of interviews is not permitted per Clark Nuber policy. Clark Nuber complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact CNHR@clarknuber.com.

This position is open until filled and you can apply by clicking the APPLY button and completing the online application.

Clark Nuber does not accept unsolicited candidates, resumes, or referrals from staffing agencies or third parties unless there is a signed agreement in place. Any submissions to any employee or owner of Clark Nuber without a pre-existing agreement will be considered Clark Nuber’s property and not subject to fees. For existing agreements, a role must be approved by the Human Resources department in writing and open to external search; otherwise, submittals and referrals will be considered Clark Nuber property and not subject to fees. For inquiries regarding referrals or contracts, please contact cnhr@clarknuber.com.