Senior Tax Manager - CPA, Senior Tax Manager, Prep

Job Description

Job Description

Senior Tax Manager

Senior Tax Manager

Location: St. Louis, MO (Hybrid - 2-3 days per week in-office)
Position Type: Full-time

About the Firm
We are a premier, full-service public accounting firm rooted in the St. Louis community. We pride ourselves on delivering sophisticated tax compliance, planning, and advisory services with a deeply personalized touch. Our team thrives in a collaborative, supportive environment that prioritizes professional growth, modern technology, and a healthy work-life balance.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Senior Tax Manager to lead our tax advisory and compliance functions. In this role, you will act as a trusted advisor to a diverse portfolio of clients, including closely-held businesses, high-net-worth individuals, and corporations. You will manage complex tax engagements, mentor aspiring tax professionals, and drive business development initiatives to support the firm's continued growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and sign complex federal and state tax returns for partnerships, C-corporations, S-corporations, trusts, and high-net-worth individuals.
• Provide advanced tax planning, consulting, and restructuring strategies to maximize client wealth and minimize liability.
• Manage, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of tax seniors and supervisors by providing clear feedback and technical guidance.
• Build and maintain exceptional client relationships, serving as their primary point of contact for complex tax matters.
• Monitor industry trends, legislative changes, and new tax laws to proactively identify planning opportunities for clients.
• Oversee engagement workflow, budgeting, and billing to ensure profitable and timely delivery of services.

Qualifications

• Active CPA (Certified Public Accountant) license or EA (Enrolled Agent) credential is required.
• Must be local to the St. Louis, MO metropolitan area and willing to work in our local office 2-3 days per week.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (Master's in Taxation or LLM is a plus).
• Minimum of 7-10 years of progressive tax experience in public accounting.
• Proven experience reviewing complex corporate, partnership, and individual returns.
• Strong leadership capabilities with a track record of managing and developing staff.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain complex tax concepts to non-technical clients.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k match).
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays.