Partnership Taxation Senior Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Partnership Taxation Senior Manager
Location: Austin, TX
Salary Range: $197,800 to $215,000 per year
Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Partnership Taxation Senior Manager to join a dynamic and growing tax practice based in Austin, TX. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned tax professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about delivering exceptional client service. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical expertise in partnership taxation, a proven track record of managing complex engagements, and the ability to mentor and develop talented team members.
Partnership taxation is one of the most technically demanding and intellectually stimulating areas within the broader tax profession. Senior professionals in this space are consistently in high demand, and this role offers significant visibility across a diverse client portfolio spanning multiple industries, including real estate, private equity, energy, and professional services. Austin continues to be one of the fastest-growing metropolitan areas in the country, attracting a remarkable concentration of business activity and investment, which creates an outstanding pipeline of complex and interesting work for tax professionals at every level. This position represents a meaningful step for candidates who aspire to leadership roles and seek long-term career advancement within a nationally recognized practice. The role offers genuine partnership track potential and access to high-profile engagements that will sharpen your technical skills while broadening your business development capabilities.
Core Responsibilities

• Lead and manage complex partnership tax engagements from planning through completion, ensuring accuracy, technical excellence, and timely delivery
• Review federal and state partnership tax returns, including Forms 1065 and related schedules
• Advise clients on partnership formations, restructurings, mergers, acquisitions, and liquidations
• Analyze and interpret partnership agreements to identify tax implications and planning opportunities
• Provide technical guidance on Section 704(b) and 704(c) allocations, disguised sales, and guaranteed payments
• Supervise, mentor, and develop senior associates and managers, fostering a culture of continuous learning
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, serving as a trusted advisor on complex tax matters
• Collaborate with other service lines and specialists to deliver integrated solutions to clients
• Support business development activities, including proposal preparation and participation in networking events
• Monitor legislative and regulatory developments affecting partnership taxation and communicate relevant updates to clients and internal teams

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA license required
• Minimum of eight years of progressive experience in partnership taxation within a public accounting firm
• Deep technical knowledge of Subchapter K and related Treasury regulations
• Demonstrated experience managing multiple client engagements simultaneously
• Strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills
• Proven ability to supervise and develop professional staff
• Experience with tax research tools such as BNA or Checkpoint

• Competitive base salary ranging from $197,800 to $215,000 annually, commensurate with experience
• Performance-based bonus program with meaningful earning potential
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans with employer contributions
• 401(k) retirement plan with generous employer matching
• Flexible and hybrid work arrangements to support work-life balance
• Generous paid time off policy plus paid holidays
• Paid professional development, including CPA license maintenance and continuing education
• Access to firm-sponsored leadership and executive development programs
• Employee wellness program including mental health support resources
• Paid parental leave for qualifying employees
• Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates