Tax Manager

Location: Charleston, WV (Hybrid)
Employment Type: Full-time, Part-time, Seasonal
Reports to: Partners
Start Date: Flexible

Build the Next Generation of Firm Leadership

WNA CPAs is seeking an experienced Tax Manager to play a key role in the future growth and leadership of our firm.

As several long-tenured professionals transition toward retirement, we are looking for a talented tax professional who wants more than simply reviewing returns. This is an opportunity to help shape the future of the firm’s tax practice, mentor staff, build client relationships, and contribute to strategic decisions that impact the direction of the organization.

If you enjoy combining technical tax expertise with leadership, client advisory services, and practice development, this may be the opportunity you’ve been looking for.

Why Professionals Choose WNA

• Flexible scheduling that supports work-life balance
• Hybrid work environment
• Significant autonomy and ownership over your work, priorities, and client relationships
• Unique hourly compensation model—get paid for the time you work
• Approximately 45-hour average workweeks during tax season
• Approximately 36-40 hour average workweeks throughout most of the year
• Direct access to firm leadership and decision-makers
• Meaningful client relationships and advisory opportunities
• Opportunity to influence the future direction of the firm
• Accessible path to partnership

Unlike many public accounting firms, our professional staff are compensated for the time they work. We believe exceptional performance should be rewarded, not penalized. In staff surveys, flexibility is consistently identified as one of the firm’s greatest strengths. Whether you prefer to start your day early, work later in the day, work remotely part of the week, or attend important family events, we believe great professionals can also have fulfilling lives outside of work.

At WNA, we trust our professionals to manage their responsibilities, make informed decisions, and take ownership of their work. Our team operates within a clearly defined priority system that provides direction while allowing individuals the flexibility and autonomy to determine the most effective path forward. We believe talented professionals do their best work when they are empowered to think critically, solve problems, and contribute ideas—not simply follow instructions.

Who Thrives in This Role?

This position is ideal for an experienced tax professional who enjoys both technical tax work and building relationships with clients and staff.

You may be a strong fit if you are currently a:

• Experienced Tax Senior/Supervisor ready to move into management
• Tax Manager seeking greater influence and leadership opportunities
• Senior Tax Manager looking for a clearer path toward partnership
• Public Accounting professional who enjoys mentoring and developing staff
• CPA who wants to play a meaningful role in shaping the future of a growing firm

The most successful candidates are technically strong, client-focused, collaborative, and comfortable working with a high degree of autonomy. They take initiative, manage competing priorities effectively, communicate proactively, and don't wait for someone to tell them the next step. They enjoy being trusted to make decisions, solve problems, and take ownership of outcomes while contributing to the success of the broader team.

Position Summary

The Tax Manager oversees and coordinates tax-related activities within the firm while actively participating in client service, tax planning, and practice development.

This position serves as a technical resource for staff and clients, reviews complex tax returns, mentors team members, and helps ensure the firm’s tax services remain accurate, efficient, and responsive to client needs.

This role requires a proactive professional who can operate independently within the firm's established priorities while exercising sound judgment, communicating effectively, and taking ownership of client service and project outcomes.

The ideal candidate combines strong technical expertise with excellent communication skills, leadership ability, and a proactive approach to client service.

Key Responsibilities

Tax Compliance & Review

• Review and sign off on tax returns for partnerships, corporations, trusts, estates, nonprofits, and individuals
• Ensure filings are accurate, complete, and submitted on time
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local tax requirements

Client Advisory & Planning

• Serve as a trusted advisor to tax clients
• Provide tax planning and consulting services
• Identify tax-saving opportunities and strategic planning solutions
• Assist clients with complex tax issues and business decisions

Leadership & Team Development

• Supervise, mentor, and develop staff accountants and seniors
• Provide technical guidance and coaching
• Assist with workload management and staff development
• Support recruiting and retention efforts

Process Improvement & Practice Development

• Recommend and implement process improvements and best practices
• Evaluate opportunities to improve efficiency through technology and automation
• Contribute ideas that support the growth and evolution of the tax practice

Research & Technical Expertise

• Stay current on changes in tax laws and regulations
• Conduct tax research and prepare technical guidance as needed
• Serve as a resource for clients and staff regarding emerging tax issues

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field
• Five or more years of public accounting experience with recent tax experience
• Prior supervisory or management experience preferred
• Strong technical tax knowledge
• Excellent communication, organizational, and analytical skills
• Ability to build trusted relationships with clients and staff

What We Offer

• Extremely competitive compensation and benefits package
• Unique hourly compensation model that rewards your time and effortn>
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Generous paid time off and holidays
• Professional development opportunities
• Business development and recruiting bonuses
• Supportive and collaborative culture
• Flexible work arrangements
• Opportunity to help shape the future of the firm’s tax practice
• Accessible path to partnership

About WNA CPAs

For more than 30 years, WNA CPAs has served businesses and individuals throughout West Virginia and the surrounding region. We are committed to combining personalized service with innovative solutions while creating a workplace where professionals can grow, contribute, and build meaningful careers.