Senior Tax Manager

Senior Tax Manager – Boston, MA

WS Advisors is seeking a driven and growth-oriented senior tax manager to take on a leadership role across client engagements, firm initiatives, and practice growth. This high‑visibility position is designed for someone ready to step into a partner‑track trajectory, actively shaping the direction of the practice while serving as a trusted advisor to private businesses, high‑net‑worth individuals, and families.

• Lead and oversee multiple complex client engagements across entity types including C‑Corps, S‑Corps, Partnerships, Trusts, and high‑net‑worth individuals and families.
• Serve as the primary client relationship owner; build deep, long‑term client connections through exceptional service and proactive communication.
• Provide sophisticated tax planning and advisory services with a forward‑looking, strategic lens.
• Identify and resolve technical issues through thorough research, sound judgment, and appropriate consultation.
• Act as a business advisor, offering guidance on growth objectives, M&A considerations, exit planning, funding structures, and entrepreneurial challenges.
• Drive business development—identify cross‑sell and new business opportunities within the existing client base and through external networking; develop and maintain a personal pipeline of prospects.
• Represent the firm at industry events, networking functions, and community initiatives to expand visibility and relationships.
• Mentor, develop, and inspire a team of tax professionals; provide coaching, feedback, and stretch opportunities that build bench strength.
• Lead and facilitate internal training programs and technical development sessions for staff.
• Manage engagement economics including budgets, billing, and collections.
• Partner with firm leadership on strategic priorities, hiring, and team development.
• Contribute to a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous growth.

• BS or MS in Accounting or Tax; CPA required.
• 8+ years of public accounting experience, including at least 2 years operating at the manager level.
• Proven ability to manage and develop a team of tax professionals.
• Strong technical foundation across a broad range of entity types and individual tax matters.
• Demonstrated interest in and aptitude for business development through client expansion, referral relationships, or external networking.
• Excellent communication skills across all levels, including confidence presenting to and advising business owners and executives.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and make sound decisions with minimal supervision.
• Partner‑track ambition and orientation toward long‑term firm ownership.

The annual base salary range for this role is $170,000–$220,000. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education and/or skill level.

As set forth in Walter Shuffain’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.