Tax Manager

Tax Manager – Government Contracting Focus

Our client is a boutique tax advisory firm that exclusively serves founder-owned government contractors. Our work is hands-on, technically complex, and highly relationship-driven. We are seeking a Tax Manager with strong experience in passthrough taxation (S-Corps and partnerships), multi-state filings, and individual taxation for business owners, who is motivated to grow into a Senior Manager role. This position offers meaningful client ownership, technical depth, and the opportunity to help shape the direction of the Tax practice.

What You Will Do

• Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned clients and own day-to-day tax relationships
• Manage client communications across email, virtual meetings, and phone calls
• Oversee engagement economics, including budgets, billing, realization, and collections
• Proactively identify tax planning opportunities and deliver practical, actionable recommendations

Technical Execution

• Prepare and review complex business returns, including Forms 1120-S and 1065, with related multi-state filings
• Review and coordinate preparation of Form 1040 returns for business owners, including passthrough income and state considerations
• Navigate multi-entity and multi-state structures common to government contractors
• Monitor legislative and regulatory developments affecting passthrough entities and owner-level taxation
• Perform tax research on complex issues and develop well-reasoned solutions

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop staff and seniors through detailed review and coaching
• Manage team workloads to promote efficiency, profitability, and timely delivery
• Monitor performance metrics and contribute to a culture of accountability and growth

Practice & Firm Growth

• Contribute to the strategic planning and direction of the Tax department
• Participate in business development efforts, including expanding services to existing clients
• Develop subject-matter expertise in an area of focus and serve as an internal resource
• Support special projects as needed

Position Requirements

Required

• CPA license required
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting from an accredited four-year university
• 6–8+ years of public accounting experience, ideally at a regional, national, or multinational firm
• Strong experience with passthrough entities (S-Corps and partnerships)
• Solid multi-state tax experience
• Experience preparing and reviewing Form 1040 returns for business owners
• Prior experience supervising and developing staff
• Strong technical foundation with practical application of tax law
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Comfortable advising clients and leading discussions

Preferred

• Experience serving government contractors or professional services firms
• Experience with CCH Axcess or similar tax software
• Clear interest in long-term growth toward Senior Manager and beyond

Job Type: Full-time Pay: $120,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Continuing education credits
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Profit sharing
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance
• Work from home

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Tysons Corner, VA