About the Role
This role offers a key leadership opportunity to manage client relationships, oversee complex tax engagements, and mentor staff, contributing to the firm's growth and success in a collaborative, client-focused environment.
Responsibilities
- Serve as a front-line client advisor, developing strong, lasting relationships and ensuring high-quality service delivery and compliance.
- Lead complex tax planning and strategy engagements, offering innovative solutions to minimize tax liabilities.
- Review and evaluate tax research, methodology, and conclusions for accuracy and quality.
- Represent clients during IRS audits, administrative hearings, and other regulatory interactions.
- Collaborate with Partners on practice development, management, and strategic initiatives.
- Represent the firm within professional and community organizations.
- Oversee Tax Department scheduling and workload management.
- Mentor and develop Tax Staff, In-Charges, and Supervisors.
Requirements
- Minimum 6 years of progressive tax experience (7+ years for Senior Tax Manager), preferably in public accounting.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (Master’s in Taxation preferred).
- Active CPA license required.
- Demonstrated commitment to exceptional client service and professional integrity.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and self-motivated.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Proven analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Proactive, strategic mindset.
Skills
- Client advisory
- Tax planning
- Tax strategy
- Tax research
- Client representation
- Practice development
- Workload management
- Mentoring
- Communication
- Relationship-building
- Analytical skills
- Problem-solving
Location
- Syracuse, NY
Work Type
- Hybrid
Experience Level
- Manager
- Senior Manager
Education Level
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- Master's in Taxation preferred
Benefits
- Competitive salary and performance-based incentives
- Unlimited (self-managed) paid time off for managers
- Paid holidays
- Flexible scheduling options
- 401(k) plan with firm contributions
- Employer-provided parking benefit
- Comprehensive health and welfare plan options (medical, dental, vision, etc.)
- Career development programs
- Continuing education support
- Mentorship opportunities
About the Company
- FMF&E is a leading certified public accounting firm in Central New York, serving clients locally and nationwide for over 40 years.
- The firm specializes in audit, accounting, tax, and management consulting services.
- Industries served include construction and contracting, credit unions and financial institutions, energy and independent power producers, professional services, and manufacturing, wholesale, and distribution.
- The firm emphasizes teamwork, integrity, and excellence, with a dedication to client relationships, community involvement, and continuous professional development.
Equal Opportunity
- FMF&E is committed to a diverse and welcoming workplace where all team members, clients, vendors, and visitors are respected and included.
- The firm promotes respectful and meaningful collaboration across diverse teams, considering personal identities and experiences.
- Firley, Moran, Freer & Eassa is an equal opportunity employer.
