Senior Tax Manager / Path to Director / $10k Sign on Bonus

Overview

This role is for a Senior Tax Manager with a clear path to Tax Director.

Compensation includes:

• $160,000–$185,000 base
• Up to 10% variable compensation
• $10,000 signing bonus

Work model:

• Fully Remote (EST, MST or CST)
• or Hybrid in Austin, TX

Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with the current Tax Director/Partner and assume the director role within 12 months
• Set standards for the tax department
• Develop and train managers; provide training to co-workers on technical accounting areas or tax expertise
• Prepare/review federal and state corporate, individual, and partnership tax returns
  • Exercise professional judgment on issue identification and develop solutions to tax issues in returns
• Research tax issues and legislation and interpret tax code
• Make projections on future tax liabilities to support client recommendations as part of tax planning
• Interact with client personnel regarding tax return information, deadlines, and keep the team informed on status
• Look for opportunities to provide additional services to clients
• Stay current on professional announcements and proactively participate in professional development
• Initiate and develop relationships with appropriate levels of the client’s management team
• Provide insight and thought leadership to corporate publications regarding accounting and taxation

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting from an accredited college or university
• CPA or Enrolled Agent (EA) License required
• Tenured experience as a public accounting Tax Manager
• 6+ years tax experience and 3+ years managing a team
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Strong technology skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines with accuracy

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s in Accounting or Taxation
• Working knowledge and experience with:
  • Thomson Reuters UltraTax CS and Accounting CS
  • Claude or other AI assistants
  • QuickBooks Online
  • Payroll providers such as Gusto is a plus
• Demonstrated success in managing and growing a tax department or team
• Tech-progressive and highly self-motivated
• Dedication to self-improvement and eagerness to grow in public accounting

Compensation & Benefits

• Job type: Full-time
• Base pay: $160,000.00–$185,000.00 per year
• Variable compensation: target bonus up to 10% of base salary
• Signing bonus: $10,000
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Clear path to Tax Director, typically within 1 year
• Realistic busy-season hours: approximately 55 hours/week
• Unlimited PTO
• Professional development opportunities, including CPE cost coverage

Location

• Fully Remote (EST, MST or CST)
• or Hybrid in Austin, TX