Tax Manager - Public

DescriptionWe are looking for an experienced Tax Manager to join a respected public accounting firm in Oakland, California. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with firm leadership on a diverse portfolio of tax matters, combining technical review responsibilities with strategic client advisory support. The role is well suited for someone who is detail oriented, thrives in a collaborative environment, and enjoys serving high-net-worth individuals, privately held businesses, and fiduciary entities.Responsibilities:• Direct and review complex tax engagements for individuals, partnerships, corporations, and trust or estate clients, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery.• Advise clients on tax planning opportunities, technical questions, and practical strategies that support both compliance and broader financial objectives.• Research federal and state tax matters, evaluate risks, and translate findings into clear recommendations for clients and internal stakeholders.• Manage examinations and inquiries from taxing authorities, coordinating responses and guiding matters through resolution.• Oversee multiple client assignments at once, balancing deadlines, staffing, and quality expectations in a fast-moving public accounting setting.• Provide leadership to tax team members by reviewing work, offering coaching, and supporting their ongoing technical development.• Partner with firm leadership on client service plans, engagement strategy, and initiatives that strengthen the tax practice.• Maintain strong client relationships through responsive communication, sound judgment, and consistent delivery of high-quality work.Requirements• At least 7 years of tax experience within public accounting, with the ability to manage engagements independently.• CPA license or Enrolled Agent credential preferred.• Strong background preparing and reviewing individual, trust and estate, partnership, S corporation, and C corporation tax matters.• Experience working with high-net-worth individuals and closely held businesses.• Exposure to real estate clients is strongly preferred.• Proficiency with CCH Axcess Tax and Engagement or closely related CCH tax software.• Effective client-facing communication skills and the ability to explain complex tax concepts clearly.• Comfortable succeeding in a lean, high-performance team environment with minimal day-to-day oversight.Job typePerm