Tax Manager

Haefele Flanagan (HFCO)

Location: Maple Shade, NJ
Employment Type: Full-Time
Firm Type: Privately Owned, Mid-Sized CPA & Advisory Firm

Haefele Flanagan is seeking an experienced Tax Manager to join our growing team in Maple Shade, New Jersey. This is an exciting opportunity for a tax professional who is passionate about technical excellence, client service, and team leadership.

At HFCO, we believe talented professionals thrive when they are trusted with meaningful work, empowered to build authentic client relationships, and given the opportunity to shape their own career path. If you are looking for a role with influence, autonomy, and long-term growth potential, we would love to hear from you.

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Why Join HFCO?

HFCO is a privately owned, mid-sized CPA and advisory firm built on the belief that exceptional client service starts with a strong, supported team. We value innovation, accountability, and individuality, and we are committed to creating an environment where professionals can do their best work and continue to grow.

This is more than a management role—it is a chance to make a meaningful impact on clients, mentor future talent, and help shape the delivery of tax services across the firm.

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About the Opportunity

We are looking for a seasoned Tax Manager with a broad background that may include work with family-owned businesses, high-net-worth individuals, trusts, and estates.

In this position, you will serve as a leader within our tax practice, overseeing complex engagements from planning through completion, acting as a trusted advisor to clients, and supporting the development of tax staff at all levels. You will collaborate closely with firm partners and play an important role in maintaining the high standards of service our clients expect.

This opportunity is ideal for a tax professional who enjoys combining deep technical expertise with strong people leadership.

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Key Responsibilities

Client Advisory & Relationship Management

• Lead client engagements from initial planning through final delivery

• Serve as the primary point of contact for tax clients

• Build and maintain strong relationships through proactive communication and timely follow-up

• Understand each client’s goals and deliver practical, strategic tax and business guidance

• Communicate complex tax issues in a clear, concise, and client-friendly manner

Technical Tax Oversight

• Review individual, corporate, partnership, and fiduciary tax returns for accuracy and completeness

• Provide tax guidance to family-owned businesses and high-net-worth individuals

• Interpret and apply applicable tax laws, regulations, and professional standards

• Stay informed on new and evolving tax developments and convert technical guidance into actionable advice

• Use strong technical judgment to achieve the best possible client outcomes while maintaining full compliance

Team Leadership & Mentorship

• Supervise, mentor, and develop tax seniors, staff, and interns

• Provide coaching on:

• Workpaper documentation

• Tax return preparation

• Workflow organization and efficiency

• Deliver feedback that is timely, constructive, and actionable

• Delegate responsibilities effectively while maintaining high standards of quality and accountability

• Set clear expectations and model professional leadership behaviors

Engagement Management

• Oversee multiple engagements simultaneously with minimal supervision

• Coordinate timelines, staffing, and resources to ensure high-quality and timely delivery

• Monitor budgets, billable hours, and engagement progress

• Provide partners with regular updates regarding status, billing, and key issues

• Follow firm procedures and systems to promote consistency, quality, and efficiency

Firm Growth & Business Development

• Represent HFCO as a firm ambassador through networking, relationship building, and community involvement

• Contribute to niche development, strategic initiatives, and process improvement efforts

• Support the firm’s long-term vision and uphold its service standards and culture

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What We’re Looking For

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

• Credential: Active CPA license required

• Experience:

• 6+ years of public accounting experience

• 2+ years in a management or supervisory role

• Leadership: Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop team members

• Technology: Comfortable using tax software and Microsoft Office

• Preferred: Openness to AI and emerging tools; CCH Axcess experience is a plus

• Communication: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex technical matters into practical guidance

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What You’ll Enjoy at HFCO

Work-Life Balance That Actually Works

• Flexible hybrid work environment

• Generous paid time off and paid holidays

• Office closed Fridays from Memorial Day through Labor Day

A Supportive, People-First Culture

• Casual dress and a workplace built on open communication and mutual respect

• Use of the EOS® framework to provide clarity, accountability, and alignment

• A leadership team that genuinely listens and invests in professional growth

Competitive Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) with a 50% match up to 10%

• Reimbursement for tuition and professional dues

• Monthly cell phone stipend

• Wellness initiatives, volunteer opportunities, and team-building events

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Ready to Make an Impact?

If you are looking for a Tax Manager opportunity where your expertise, leadership, and ideas will be valued, HFCO offers the platform to do meaningful work and grow your career.

Join us in continuing to build a firm that values relationships, supports its people, and delivers outstanding results for every client we serve.