Tax Senior Manager

Senior Tax Manager Full Job Description We are a growing, full-service mid-size CPA firm dedicated to delivering high-impact tax, audit, and advisory services to privately held businesses, middle-market companies, and high-net-worth individuals. We offer the technical depth and resources of a large firm with the collaborative, community-focused culture and local decision-making of a boutique practice. Position Summary We are seeking an experienced, client-facing Senior Tax Manager to lead complex tax engagements, review sophisticated returns, and drive proactive tax planning strategies. In this role, you will act as a trusted advisor to business owners and executives, manage day-to-day client relationships, and supervise, mentor, and develop the tax team. Key Responsibilities Tax Advisory & Planning: Lead complex tax planning and consulting engagements for partnerships, S-corps, C-corps, and high-net-worth individuals. Develop proactive strategies to minimize client tax liabilities.Review & Compliance: Oversee and review 100% of complex federal, multi-state, and local tax returns (Forms 1065, 1120S, 1120, and 1040). Ensure strict compliance with current tax regulations.Client Relationship Management: Serve as the primary, year-round, day-to-day tax contact for a dedicated portfolio of middle-market clients.Audit & Notice Support: Represent clients and manage responses to federal, state, and local tax audits or agency notices.Team Leadership & Development: Supervise, train, and mentor Tax Seniors and Staff Accountants, reviewing their work and supporting their professional growth.Practice & Workflow Management: Monitor engagement profitability, manage due dates, and collaborate with firm partners on operational efficiencies and business development. Qualifications License: Active CPA (Certified Public Accountant) license required.Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.Experience: 7+ years of progressive public accounting tax experience in a mid-size firm.Technical Proficiency: Deep expertise in federal and multi-state tax compliance, entity structuring, and tax research tools. Familiarity with standard tax preparation and accounting software, such as GoFileRoom, UltraTax, and QuickBooks.Soft Skills: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with a proven ability to build client trust and manage a team in a fast-paced environment. What We Offer Competitive base salary commensurate with experiencePerformance-based bonus potentialComprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance401(k) plan with firm matchGenerous paid time off (PTO) and flexible/hybrid work arrangementsCommitment to work-life balance and continuing professional education (CPE) support Job Details Job Type: Full-time Benefits Dental insuranceDisability insuranceFlexible scheduleHealth insuranceLife insurancePaid time offVision insurance Education Bachelor's degree preferred Experience Public Accounting: 5 years preferred License/Certification CPA License preferred Work Location: In person