Senior Tax Manager - High Net Worth
CFS · Houston, TX · 1 wk ago
Accounting$180k/yrFull-time
Key Responsibilities
- Provide strategic oversight for the firm’s most complex tax engagements, including HNW individuals, private clients, and multi-entity structures
- Act as a trusted advisor to clients on tax planning, entity structuring, succession planning, and transaction strategy
- Review highly complex tax returns, ensuring technical accuracy and compliance across federal, state, and local jurisdictions
- Lead engagement strategy and execution, coordinating with internal teams and external advisors
- Conduct advanced tax research on complex issues and evolving legislation; translate findings into actionable guidance
- Drive improvements in tax processes, documentation, and quality control
- Coach and mentor managers and staff, focusing on leadership development and succession planning
- Build and maintain deep client relationships, acting as a long-term strategic partner
- Collaborate across service lines (assurance, advisory, client accounting) to deliver integrated solutions
- Support firm growth through business development, including client pitches and proposal development
- Represent the firm at industry events and networking opportunities
- Oversee engagement planning, resource allocation, and team productivity to ensure profitability and client satisfaction
Qualifications
- 8+ years of tax experience, ideally within public accounting
- Strong experience with High Net Worth (HNW) / Private Client Services (PCS) clients is required
- CPA license (or eligible)
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field
- Strong technical expertise in Investment Partnerships and Private Equity
- Deep knowledge of federal, state, and local tax regulations and their application to complex client scenarios
- Prominent track record in strategic tax planning, including entity structuring and transaction advisory
- Advanced proficiency with tax software and research tools
- Demonstrated ability to lead and develop teams across multiple engagement levels
- Exceptional communication skills with the ability to explain complex tax concepts clearly
- Strong business acumen with the ability to align tax strategies to client and firm objectives