Senior Tax Manager, CPA

Job Description

Job Description

Senior Tax Manager, CPA Tax Advisory | Client Leadership | Incoming Book of Business | Partnership Track Opportunity

Compensation: $150,000–$200,000 Base + Performance Bonus + Partnership Path

Our client, a rapidly growing CPA and advisory firm with multiple offices throughout the Western United States, is seeking an experienced Senior Tax Manager, CPA to join its leadership team in Seattle, Washington .

This is a unique opportunity that rarely comes to market.

In addition to stepping into a key leadership role, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to assume responsibility for an established client base as part of a planned transition from a retiring partner. For an ambitious tax professional with partnership aspirations, this creates a clear and accelerated path toward firm leadership and ownership.

The firm provides comprehensive tax planning, accounting, advisory, audit, payroll, and consulting services, working closely with business owners, high-net-worth individuals, investors, family groups, and closely held companies. Clients view the firm as a trusted strategic advisor rather than simply a tax compliance provider.

If you're looking for an opportunity to lead, advise, grow relationships, mentor professionals, and ultimately build equity in a thriving practice, we'd welcome a confidential conversation.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• $150,000–$200,000 base salary
• Performance-based bonus opportunity
• Immediate client transition from a retiring partner
• Clear and realistic path to partnership
• Established book of business and strong referral network
• Highly visible leadership role within a growing firm
• Diverse and sophisticated client relationships
• Flexible and entrepreneurial culture
• Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates

Exceptional candidates with substantial public accounting leadership experience, client management expertise, and business-development capabilities may be considered above the posted compensation range.

The Opportunity

As a Senior Tax Manager, you will play a critical role in serving clients, developing staff, and helping drive the continued growth of the practice.

You'll advise entrepreneurs, executives, investors, family-owned businesses, and high-net-worth individuals on tax planning strategies designed to preserve wealth, reduce tax liabilities, and support long-term financial objectives.

This role offers a compelling blend of:

• Advanced Tax Planning
• Trusted Client Advisory
• Team Leadership & Mentorship
• Business Development
• Practice Management
• Future Ownership Opportunity

Key Responsibilities Client Advisory & Tax Strategy

• Lead complex tax planning engagements for individuals, partnerships, corporations, trusts, and closely held businesses
• Develop proactive tax strategies that create measurable value for clients
• Review and oversee preparation of complex tax returns
• Provide strategic guidance on federal and multi-state tax matters
• Act as a trusted advisor on tax, business, and financial issues

Leadership & Team Development

• Mentor and develop tax professionals across the organization
• Review technical work to ensure quality, accuracy, and compliance
• Foster a collaborative and high-performance team environment
• Help strengthen processes, efficiencies, and client service standards

Client Relationships & Practice Growth

• Manage and expand long-term client relationships
• Participate in the transition and retention of an existing client base
• Identify opportunities to expand services and deepen client engagement
• Assist with networking, business development, and referral growth initiatives
• Contribute to the strategic direction of the tax practice

Qualifications

• Active CPA license required
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field
• 10+ years of progressive public accounting tax experience
• Strong experience with individual, partnership, corporate, fiduciary, and high-net-worth tax engagements
• Proven client relationship management experience
• Experience leading teams and mentoring staff
• Strong communication and business development skills
• High ownership mentality and commitment to client service excellence
• Desire to pursue long-term leadership and partnership opportunities

Who Thrives Here?

The ideal candidate is someone who:

• Enjoys becoming a trusted advisor to clients
• Wants meaningful influence within a growing organization
• Views tax as a strategic business tool, not simply compliance work
• Enjoys developing people and building strong teams
• Has an entrepreneurial mindset and business-development aptitude
• Is motivated by the opportunity to inherit client relationships and pursue partnership

Benefits

• 401(k) with company match
• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid life insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays
• Flexible scheduling
• Relocation assistance
• Leadership development and advancement opportunities

About Our Client

Our client has built a reputation for delivering sophisticated tax and advisory solutions while maintaining the personalized attention and responsiveness of a boutique firm. Their continued growth has created an exceptional opportunity for an experienced tax professional seeking both immediate impact and long-term ownership potential.

With an established client base, strong internal support, and a planned succession opportunity already in motion, this role offers a rare combination of leadership responsibility, client continuity, and partnership potential.

If you're a seasoned public accounting professional ready to take the next step toward firm leadership and ownership, we'd like to speak with you confidentially.