Senior Tax Manager

Title: Senior Tax Manager – Path to Tax Director$160,000-$185,000 base + up to 10% variable compensation + $10,000 signing bonusFully Remote or a hybrid option in Austin, TX Are you a tax professional who takes pride in doing exceptional work but keeps hitting walls at firms that don't give you the tools, support, or environment to actually do it? At WG, our tax department is different. Our tax managers don't spend their days putting out fires or cleaning up after undertrained staff. They do real, complex, advisory-level work — with a team held to the same high standards, processes that actually work, and leadership that's always looking for smarter ways to do things. We're on a mission to improve the public accounting experience — to be the Michelin-Star Restaurant of public accounting: exceptional and worth the wait. If you believe great tax work is more than checking boxes and filing volume, and you want a firm that believes that too, you might be exactly who we're looking for. What You’ll Do: Collaborate closely with the current Tax Director/Partner, assume director role within 12 monthsSet the standards for the tax departmentDevelop and train managers; provide training to co-workers on technical accounting areas or areas of tax expertisePrepare/review federal and state corporate, individual, and partnership tax returns, including exercising professional judgment with respect to issue identification to develop solutions to tax issues in returnsResearch tax issues and legislation, and interpret tax codeMake projections on future tax liabilities based on variable options to make client recommendations as part of the tax planning processInteract with client personnel regarding tax return information, deadlines, etc., and keep the team informed on statusLook for opportunities to provide additional services to clientsKeep current on professional announcements and proactively participate in professional development opportunitiesInitiate and develop a relationship with appropriate levels of the client’s management teamGive insight and thought leadership to corporate publications regarding accounting and taxation What You Should Bring: Education and Experience Requirements:Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting from an accredited college or universityMaster's in Accounting or Taxation preferredCertified Public Accountant (CPA) or Enrolled Agent (EA) License required Our ideal applicant has: Demonstrated success in managing and growing a tax department or teamExcellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skillsAdaptable and resourceful with high attention to detailTech-progressiveHighly self-motivated and versatileWorks well under pressure; able to meet deadlines with accuracyDedication to self-improvement and an eagerness to grow in the public accounting profession Qualifications:Tenured experience as a public accounting Tax Manager6+ Years tax experience, 3+ years managing a teamExcellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skillsMust have strong technology skills and be proficient with all aspects of Microsoft OfficeWorking knowledge and experience with Thomson Reuters UltraTax CS and Accounting CS, Claude or other AI assistants, QuickBooks Online, and payroll providers such as Gusto is a plus Our core values:Pursue excellence: Bring your best self. Own your work. Commit to learning.Go the extra mile: Pay attention to detail. Exceed expectations. Offer to help.Inspire Accountability: Understand your impact. Commit to the WG Way. Never compromise on client service. Show your smarts: Collaborate. Propose solutions. Think methodically.Lead with kindness: Put people first. Respect and serve others. Find the positive. Compensation and BenefitsJob Type: Full-timeWork Location: Remote or Hybrid in Austin, TXPay: $160,000.00 - $180,000.00 per yearSigning Bonus: $10,000Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance401(k) with employer matchingVariable Compensation Plan: target bonus up to 10% of base salaryClear path to Tax Director, typically within 1 yearRealistic busy-season hours - approximately 55 hours/weekUnlimited PTOProfessional development opportunities, including CPE cost coverage