Assistant Tax Manager

This role involves supporting the firm’s tax function by managing client tax compliance, advisory, and representation services across both corporate and individual portfolios. The position requires a detail-oriented professional who can ensure accurate and timely tax filings while providing strategic tax planning to optimize client outcomes within legal frameworks. The candidate will also represent clients in dealings with tax authorities and oversee junior team members to maintain high-quality deliverables.

Key Responsibilities

- Prepare and review income tax returns, withholding statements, and sales tax returns, ensuring all filings are accurate and submitted on time.
- Provide tax planning and advisory services aimed at helping clients optimize their tax positions in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Manage tax assessments, respond to notices, handle appeals, and represent clients before tax authorities effectively.
- Perform tax computations, reconciliations, and review financial records to ensure compliance with tax regulations.
- Keep abreast of changes in tax laws, statutory regulatory orders (SROs), and other regulatory requirements, advising clients accordingly.
- Supervise and mentor junior team members, reviewing their work to ensure quality and accuracy.
- Coordinate with clients and internal teams to meet deadlines and resolve any tax-related queries promptly.

Required Qualifications

- Proven experience in preparing and reviewing various tax returns, including income tax, withholding tax, and sales tax.
- Strong knowledge of tax laws, regulations, and compliance requirements relevant to corporate and individual clients.
- Demonstrated ability to provide tax advisory services and develop tax planning strategies.
- Experience in handling tax assessments, appeals, and representing clients before tax authorities.
- Proficiency in conducting tax computations, reconciliations, and financial record reviews.
- Excellent supervisory skills with experience mentoring junior staff members.
- Effective communication and coordination skills to work with clients and internal teams.

Preferred Qualifications and Benefits

While not explicitly stated, candidates with additional certifications in taxation or accounting, such as CPA or equivalent, and experience with advanced tax software tools will be preferred. The role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with exposure to diverse client portfolios, fostering professional growth and development within the tax domain.