Tax Manager - Business Tax Compliance and Advisory

About Sweeney Conrad

Sweeney Conrad fosters a positive work culture that encourages a healthy balance between work and life; building a career over having a job; continuing education and skill development; and being actively involved in the Puget Sound community.

For more information, visit www.sweeneyconrad.com.

About Ascend

Ascend is a platform for regional accounting firms, providing access to growth capital, robust talent acquisition and training, leading quality management resources, best-of-breed technology, AI tools, an offshore captive, shared back-office services, a catalytic leadership system, and modernized equity incentives.

For more information, visit www.ascendtogether.com.

Tax Manager

• Manage and review a portfolio of federal and state tax engagements from planning through completion
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships by serving as a trusted advisor and primary point of contact
• Review complex tax returns for individuals, corporations, partnerships, trusts, and family-owned businesses
• Oversee tax compliance for clients in professional services, technology, manufacturing and distribution, hospitality, and healthcare
• Manage multiple engagements simultaneously, ensuring projects are completed accurately, timely, and within budget
• Identify opportunities to improve client tax positions and support long-term financial goals
• Contribute to business development efforts by identifying opportunities within existing client relationships and supporting prospective client initiatives
• Stay current on changes in tax laws, regulations, and industry trends to ensure compliance and deliver proactive guidance
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients and maintain strong client relationships
• Perform other duties as assigned by the department managers

The successful candidate will have:

• A minimum bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Taxation
• An active CPA license or Enrolled Agent (EA) credential
• 5 to 10 years’ experience in public accounting, including tax experience and experience managing client engagements
• Experience reviewing tax returns and workpapers, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable regulations
• Experience serving individuals, corporations, partnerships, trusts, and/or family-owned businesses
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and CCH products
• Demonstrated experience in managing multiple tasks and in organizing and prioritizing work assignments and ongoing duties
• Ability to communicate effectively and timely in writing and verbally with colleagues, clients, and other external partners
• Ability to work effectively in a diverse team environment

Pay & Benefits

The pay range for this role is $115,000 - $150,000 per year. This range includes the anticipated low and high end of the pay range for this position. Actual compensation may vary based on various factors, including experience, education, and/or skill level.

For employees working 30 or more hours per week, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as dependent coverage; Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts; and employer-paid life and disability insurance; and a 401(k) plan with employer match.

We also provide flexible time off (PTO) and 13 paid holidays.