Tax Manager, CPA

Tax Manager, CPA

Tax Advisory | Client Relationships | Leadership Opportunity | Career Advancement

Compensation: $105,000–$145,000 Base + Performance Bonus + Growth Opportunities

Location: Jonesboro, Arkansas
Schedule: Flexible Hybrid

Our client, a respected and growing CPA and advisory firm with a strong presence throughout Arkansas, is seeking an experienced Tax Manager to join its Jonesboro office.

This is more than a traditional tax management role.

It's an opportunity to partner directly with business owners, healthcare providers, agricultural operations, real estate investors, and closely held companies while delivering strategic tax guidance, leading engagements, mentoring staff, and helping clients navigate increasingly complex tax and financial matters.

The firm has built its reputation on trusted client relationships, technical excellence, and a commitment to helping both clients and employees achieve long-term success. As a Tax Manager, you'll play a critical role in deepening client relationships while helping drive the continued growth of the tax practice.

If you're looking for a position that combines tax expertise, client advisory work, leadership responsibility, and career advancement opportunities, we'd welcome a confidential conversation.

• $105,000–$140,000 base salary
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Flexible hybrid work environment
• Established and respected regional CPA firm
• Diverse client portfolio across multiple industries
• Significant client-facing and advisory responsibilities
• Opportunity to mentor and develop tax professionals
• Direct access to firm leadership
• Continuing education and professional development support
• Clear path toward Senior Manager and Partner-track opportunities
• Collaborative and relationship-driven culture

Exceptional candidates with advanced tax planning expertise, strong leadership experience, or a proven track record of managing complex client relationships may be considered above the posted compensation range.

Our client is a full-service public accounting and advisory firm serving businesses, organizations, and individuals throughout Arkansas.

Services include:

• Tax Planning & Compliance
• Business Advisory Services
• Accounting & Client Services
• Audit & Assurance
• Estate & Trust Planning
• Financial Consulting

The firm is committed to providing personalized service while helping clients make informed financial decisions and achieve long-term success.

As a Tax Manager, you'll oversee complex tax engagements while acting as a trusted advisor to a diverse client base.

You'll gain exposure to:

• Individual Tax Planning
• Partnership Taxation
• S-Corporation Taxation
• Corporate Taxation
• Estate & Trust Tax Matters
• Tax Research & Consulting
• IRS & State Notice Resolution
• Client Advisory Services
• Leadership & Team Development

This role offers an ideal blend of technical expertise, relationship management, strategic consulting, and leadership responsibility.

• Prepare and review complex individual and business tax returns
• Oversee federal and state tax compliance engagements
• Research and resolve technical tax matters
• Identify proactive tax planning opportunities
• Stay current on tax law developments and regulatory changes

• Build and maintain strong client relationships
• Provide year-round tax planning and strategic guidance
• Assist clients with business and financial decisions
• Communicate complex tax concepts in a clear and practical manner
  
  Deliver exceptional client service and responsiveness

• Mentor, coach, and develop tax staff
• Review work product and provide technical guidance
• Assist with engagement planning and workflow management
• Promote collaboration and accountability across the team
• Support recruiting and professional development initiatives

• Manage multiple client engagements simultaneously
• Monitor budgets, timelines, and deadlines
• Coordinate with internal teams and firm leadership
• Ensure quality standards are maintained
• Address client concerns proactively and professionally

• Active CPA license
• 5+ years of public accounting tax experience
  
  Experience reviewing individual and business tax returns
• Strong technical tax knowledge
• Excellent communication and client service skills
• Strong organizational and project management abilities
• Ability to lead teams and manage multiple priorities

The ideal candidate:

• Enjoys building long-term client…