Tax Manager

About Our Company

Lally & Co. is a growing, progressive, full service accounting and business advisory firm that specializes in solving and simplifying complex tax and business issues. From our office in the North Hills of Pittsburgh we serve privately-held businesses and affluent families throughout the nation.

What we offer each of our clients is peace of mind by way of substantial explanations, services, and solutions. We seek dynamic professionals who share our dedication to quality client service. To learn more about us, visit us at www.lallycpas.com

Job Title:
Tax Manager

Job Summary:
In this role, the Tax Manager will manage and review the compliance filings, provide strategic tax advice, and manage income tax audits while collaborating closely with team members to deliver timely and accurate work products.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Oversee tax planning and compliance for:
    • High-net-worth individuals
    • Trusts
    • Closely held business (C Corporations, S Corporations, and Partnerships)
  • Provide analysis and recommendations on tax structuring and tax saving opportunities.
  • Manage workflow, engagement resources, and billing.
  • Maintain and develop client relationships.
  • Interact closely with clients’ other advisors, such as attorneys and financial advisors.
  • Train and supervise staff, including reviewing and evaluating their work.
  • Monitor changes in tax rules and regulations and collaborate with the team to communicate and implement changes.

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field.
  • CPA or JD certification.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in public accounting or related accounting experience.
  • Strong knowledge of federal, state and local tax regulations and compliance requirements.
  • Experience managing tax planning initiative and tax reporting process
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong organizational skills and proactive approach to team collaboration.
  • Ability to manage multiple engagements and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with CCH Axcess tax software.
  • Additional experience with other tax software or financial planning tools.

Edward J. Gorski

Managing Partner

Executive Summary

Ed Gorski served as a partner at Lally & Co., where he led the firm’s accounting and assurance practice focused on providing services to clients in the financial services industry, including broker-dealers, investment partnerships, hedge funds, and captive insurance companies. Throughout his career, he was known for his strong technical expertise and his ability to guide clients through complex regulatory and reporting requirements.

During his tenure, Ed helped expand and strengthen the firm’s accounting and assurance practice, emphasizing quality, technical rigor, and practical solutions. He played a key role in mentoring staff, developing industry specialties, and fostering a culture of client service.

As Partner Emeritus, Ed remains connected to the firm’s commitment to excellence and continues to serve as a resource to colleagues and clients.

John M. Lally

Partner Emeritus

jmlally@lallycpas.com
412-367-8190

John Lally is the founding partner of Lally & Co., where he dedicated his career to advising business owners and senior management on strategic planning, business valuation, litigation support, and complex tax matters. A trusted advisor for decades, John played a central role in shaping the firm’s growth, service philosophy, and commitment to client relationships.

John began his professional career in 1978 with the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of International Banking before joining PricewaterhouseCoopers in 1979. In 1983, he founded the firm that would ultimately become Lally & Co., helping establish the firm’s reputation for technical excellence and practical guidance.

As Partner Emeritus, John continues to contribute his time to the firm as a trusted advisor and to several boards and professional committees as he did through his career.

Randy Reynolds

Partner Emeritus

Executive Summary

Randy Reynolds served as a partner in the tax services practice at Lally & Co., where he led the firm’s tax practice and advised high-net-worth individuals and families, business owners, and closely held companies on tax matters. Throughout his career, Randy specialized in the taxation of individuals, corporations, S-corporations, and partnerships, as well as corporate acquisitions and client representation before the IRS and other taxing authorities. Randy was also a frequent lecturer and author of numerous tax-focused publications, contributing significantly to the profession through his technical knowledge and practical insights.

As Partner Emeritus, Randy remains a respected resource within the firm and the broader tax community, recognized for his leadership, expertise, and long-standing commitment to client service.