Tax Manager

Job Description

Job Description

OPEN POSITION

Tax Manager (St. Louis, MO)

Salary: $95,000–$120,000+ (based on experience) + Bonus
Location: Creve Coeur, MO
Type: Full-Time
Actively interviewing – strong candidates move quickly

About the Opportunity:
We're partnered with a highly respected, long-established CPA firm in the St. Louis area that is continuing to grow its Tax practice.
This is an outstanding opportunity for someone looking to step into a Tax Manager role or grow into one quickly within a firm that values long-term relationships and internal development.

This firm offers something that's increasingly hard to find:
A family-friendly, supportive culture
Direct access to Partners and firm leadership
A clear, realistic path to Manager Partner

With ~35 employees and steady growth, this is an environment where:
You're not just another layer in a large firm
You work directly with decision-makers
Your growth is a priority—not an afterthought

What You'll Be Doing
Review and manage business and individual tax returns
Work directly with closely held companies, business owners, and high-net-worth clients
Oversee and mentor junior and senior tax staff
Participate in and lead client meetings and tax planning discussions
Collaborate with Partners on tax strategy and advisory work
Support client relationships and ensure high-quality service delivery
Assist with workflow management and engagement oversight

Experience Level
Open to:
Current Tax Manager OR
5+ year Senior Tax professional ready to step into a Manager role OR
Tax Supervisor ready to take the next step

Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting (B.S. required; M.S. a plus)
Active CPA license required
4–8+ years of public accounting tax experience
Strong experience with business returns and individual tax
Prior experience reviewing returns and mentoring staff
Strong communication and client-facing skills
Desire to grow within a firm long-term

Why This Role
True step into leadership—not just a title change
Direct exposure to Partners and high-level decision-making
Clear path to Senior Manager and Partner
Smaller firm = more responsibility and faster growth
Strong, collaborative culture with low turnover

Additional Perks
Competitive compensation + bonus opportunities
Strong work-life balance compared to larger firms
Supportive, family-friendly environment
Long-term stability at a firm with nearly 100 years of success

Bottom Line
If you're ready to step into a true Tax Manager role with leadership, mentorship, and a clear long-term growth path—this is a firm where you can build a career, not just hold a position.