Tax Senior Manager

Tax Senior Manager

Symbiotic Services is recruiting a Tax Senior Manager for a well-established and respected accounting and advisory firm in Dallas, Texas. This leadership role is responsible for overseeing complex tax engagements, managing client relationships, mentoring staff, and supporting firm growth initiatives. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical tax expertise, excellent project management skills, and the ability to provide strategic tax planning and compliance services to a diverse client base.

Key Responsibilities

• Tax Compliance & Review
• Prepare, review, and oversee complex federal and state tax returns, including: C-Corporations and S-Corporations Partnerships Trusts and Estates High-net-worth individuals Multi-state entities
• Ensure compliance with IRS and state/local tax regulations
• Research and resolve complex tax issues
• Manage tax provision calculations and ASC 740 matters

Tax Planning & Advisory

• Develop and implement strategic tax planning strategies
• Advise clients on entity structuring, mergers and acquisitions, and succession planning
• Provide guidance on federal and Texas-specific tax matters
• Identify tax-saving opportunities and risk mitigation strategies

Client Relationship Management

• Serve as a primary point of contact for key clients
• Build and maintain long-term client relationships
• Participate in business development activities, networking, and proposal preparation
• Identify cross-selling opportunities across service lines

Leadership & Team Development

• Supervise, mentor, and train tax seniors and staff
• Review workpapers and provide constructive feedback
• Manage engagement budgets, billing, and realization
• Assist with recruiting and onboarding new team members

Work Environment

• In-office position in Dallas, Texas
• Schedule: MondayFriday, 9:00 a.m.5:30 p.m. Additional hours may be required during peak tax seasons

Requirements

• Education & Certifications
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting (Master's in Taxation preferred)
• Active CPA license in Texas or Enrolled Agent designation
• Experience
• 7+ years of progressive public accounting tax experience
• Experience managing complex engagements and supervising staff
• Strong knowledge of federal and multi-state tax laws
• Experience with CCH Axcess
• Skills & Competencies
• Advanced tax research and technical writing abilities
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Excellent communication and client service capabilities
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• High attention to detail and strong problem-solving mindset
• Preferred Experience
• Industry experience in real estate, oil & gas, healthcare, or professional services
• Familiarity with Texas franchise tax
• Exposure to international tax considerations

Benefits

• Competitive base salary (commensurate with experience)
• Performance-based bonuses
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with employer match
• Open paid time off and paid holidays
• Continuing Professional Education (CPE) support
• On-site gym access