Not-for-Profit (NFP) Tax Manager

KLR is ranked as one of the Top 100 accounting and business consulting firms in the United States. It operates eight offices in Florida, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, China and Switzerland and has more than 350 professionals. KLR is one of the fastest-growing accounting firms in New England and has been recognized as a Best Place to Work for 19 consecutive years.

As a result of continued growth in our Not-for-Profit practice, KLR is seeking a Not for Profit (NFP) Tax Manager to join our team in either our Boston or Providence office on a hybrid basis. This individual will serve as a key member of our exempt organizations tax practice, delivering high-quality tax compliance and advisory services to mission-driven clients.

Key Responsibilities

Client Advisory & Relationship Management

• Serve as a trusted advisor to not-for-profit clients, demonstrating strong industry knowledge and anticipating client needs.
• Proactively communicate tax planning strategies, compliance obligations, and solutions to clients.
• Respond promptly and professionally to client questions and concerns, including inquiries related to notices from federal and state tax authorities.

Tax Compliance

• Prepare and review federal and state information returns (Forms 990, 990-PF, 990-T).
• Ensure clients remain in compliance with applicable tax laws while minimizing reporting burdens.
• Research and resolve tax technical issues, including complex unrelated business income and excise tax matters.

Tax Notice Resolution

• Lead the response process to IRS and state agency correspondence, including notices, audits, and examinations.
• Collaborate with clients and regulatory agencies to resolve issues efficiently and favorably.

Team Leadership & Development

• Supervise, train, and mentor associates and supervisors in tax compliance, research, and client service.
• Review team members’ work for technical accuracy and adherence to firm quality control standards.
• Provide ongoing feedback and participate in performance management and professional development efforts.

Internal Collaboration

• Collaborate closely with partners to manage client planning and compliance needs.
• Serve as a resource for internal team members on not-for-profit technical issues, best practices, and process improvement initiatives.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change from time to time with notice whenever possible, but not guaranteed.

Qualifications:

• BS Degree in Accounting or related field required
• Master's degree in Taxation or related discipline preferred
• CPA or Enrolled Agent certification is required
• Minimum of 6 years of federal tax experience with exempt organizations; public accounting experience preferred
• Demonstrated expertise in preparing and reviewing Forms 990, 990-PF, and 990-T.
• Strong understanding of tax law applicable to Section 501(c) organizations.
• Strong communication and leadership skills; crucial for addressing complex issues.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, across all levels of an organization, internally and externally.
• Experience in resolving IRS and state notices and inquiries.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven leadership, supervisory, and project management capabilities.
• Ability to manage multiple clients and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

This is a full-time position with standard hours of Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Additional hours, including some evenings and weekends, will be required during peak busy seasons.

Benefits

KLR offers a wide range of benefits including: health and dental insurance, unlimited discretionary paid time-off and a competitive retirement savings plan. We offer tuition assistance, in-house training and education programs, and offer employees opportunities for community involvement.

Come join a firm who has recently been recognized as a “Best Place to Work” for 19 years by the Providence Business Journal and voted as a Top 100 Firm in the country by Accounting Today!

KLR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, genetic information, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.