Senior Tax Manager

Senior Tax Manager

$150000 - $185000 per year | Fairfax, VA | On-site | Permanent

Bonus, Holiday, PTO, Sick day, excellent 401k, and commission

A bit about us:

About the Firm

An established independent public accounting and advisory firm serving businesses, business owners, and high-net-worth individuals throughout the Mid-Atlantic, with offices in Maryland and Northern Virginia. The firm provides a comprehensive range of tax, accounting, and advisory services, partnering with closely held businesses, growing middle-market companies, executives, and individuals to navigate complex financial and tax matters.

With a team of approximately 50 professionals and more than 18 partners, the firm has built a reputation for technical expertise, personalized client service, and long‑term relationships. Its collaborative structure allows professionals to work directly with firm leadership while managing sophisticated client engagements and developing meaningful relationships with business owners and executives.

The firm is continuing to grow its tax practice through new business and expanding client relationships. Recognized with nine Top Workplace awards, it offers an environment that emphasizes professional development, collaboration, mentorship, and long‑term career advancement. For experienced tax professionals interested in growing into firm leadership and potentially pursuing a partnership track, this is an opportunity to have a visible impact on both the team and the firm's continued success.

Why join us?

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive base salary of $120,000–$150,000, plus an annual bonus opportunity of 8–12%.
• Three weeks of paid time off.
• Six floating holidays.
• Seven paid sick days.
• 401(k) with a 4% employer match.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Choice of HMO and PPO medical plans.
• Hybrid work flexibility after the initial 60–90‑day onboarding period, with a minimum of three days in the office each week.
• Free parking.
• Employee referral commission program.
• Opportunities for professional development, mentorship, and advancement toward partnership.
• Collaborative culture recognized with nine Top Workplace awards.

Job Details

Senior Tax Manager

Location: Fairfax, VA

Compensation: $120,000–$185,000 base salary + 8–12% annual bonus

Schedule: Hybrid (Full‑time onsite for the first 60–90 days, followed by a minimum of 3 days per week in office)

About the Opportunity

An established independent public accounting and advisory firm in the Mid‑Atlantic is seeking two experienced Tax Managers to join its growing tax practice. These are newly created positions driven by continued business growth and an expanding client base.

This is an opportunity to join a collaborative, well‑established firm serving closely held businesses, high‑net‑worth individuals, executives, and middle‑market companies. The Tax Manager will play a highly visible role in managing client relationships, overseeing complex tax engagements, developing staff, and providing strategic tax planning guidance.

The firm has approximately 50 employees across two offices and more than 18 partners. Tax Managers work closely with firm leadership and have direct exposure to partners, clients, and business development opportunities. For professionals interested in long‑term career growth, there is a potential path toward partnership.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review complex federal and state tax returns, including Forms 1040, 1065, 1120‑S, and 1120.
• Oversee tax compliance and planning engagements for high‑net‑worth individuals, business owners, and closely held businesses.
• Research and interpret complex tax regulations and identify tax‑saving opportunities.
• Provide technical guidance on federal and multi‑state tax matters.
• Develop proactive tax strategies tailored to individual and business clients.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for an assigned portfolio of clients.
• Build and maintain relationships with business owners, executives, and high‑net‑worth individuals.
• Participate in client meetings, tax planning discussions, and advisory engagements.
• Communicate complex tax matters in a clear, practical manner.
• Identify opportunities to expand client relationships and additional service offerings.

• Manage tax engagements from planning through completion.
• Oversee engagement timelines, workflow, and deliverables.
• Delegate responsibilities and review work completed by staff.
• Ensure engagements meet quality standards and filing deadlines.
• Proactively identify and resolve engagement issues.

• Mentor, train, and develop tax associates and senior‑level staff.
• Provide technical guidance, coaching, and constructive feedback.
• Support employee development and ongoing professional growth.
• Foster a collaborative and team

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