Senior Tax Manager - CH Accountants

About the role

Your Future Team Churchwell‑Hedman, LLC is a well-established tax and accounting firm based in Joplin, Missouri, with more than 30 years of experience serving individuals and businesses throughout the Four-State area. We are known for our strong community presence, personalized client relationships, and expertise across tax preparation, tax planning, tax resolution, accounting, and advisory services. Our team values integrity, collaboration, and delivering thoughtful solutions tailored to each client’s needs. Joining Archer Lewis allows us to maintain our local identity and client-first culture while gaining access to expanded resources, advanced technology, and a broader network of professionals.

Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted advisor to clients while leading complex tax engagements from planning through execution.
• Review sophisticated tax returns for accuracy and compliance.
• Deliver proactive tax planning and advisory services to help clients minimize liabilities and achieve financial goals.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop tax staff and managers, including direct report responsibilities.
• Identify opportunities to expand services within existing client relationships (advisory, planning, etc.).
• Support firm growth through business development and community involvement.
• Collaborate with leadership on practice operations and long-term growth strategy.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA license required.
• 5+ years of progressive tax experience in public accounting.
• Strong experience reviewing returns and leading engagements.
• Proven ability to manage client relationships and deliver advisory services.
• Leadership experience with direct reports and team development.
• Strong working knowledge of tax software and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience with tax software and Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to build and maintain strong client relationships.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience with tax software and Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to build and maintain strong client relationships.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• 401(k) Matching Program.
• Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits.
• Pet Insurance.
• Unlimited Flexible Time Off.
• 7 Company-Paid Holidays.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Pay

Base salary of $90,000-$115,000 plus discretionary bonus (exact base salary amount will be dependent on experience).

Schedule

Full-time position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

An equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship, veteran status, ancestry, age (over 40), physical or mental disability, medical condition (cancer-related), gender identity or expression, genetic information including sickle cell or hemoglobin C trait, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local law.