Senior Tax Manager

ATLAS Navigators, LLC is an accounting, tax, and consulting firm that is looking for someone who fits our culture, vision, work ethic, and team. ATLAS stands for Advisors That Listen And Serve, and our people strive to embody that saying every day. We are a solutions‑based firm that keeps a positive space, always. ATLAS seeks to add value to our clients, our people, and our culture, inside and outside of our office walls.

If you are looking for a company that will invest, motivate, and inspire you to aim high, ATLAS is it.

CMMS CPAs & Advisors PLLC, an ATLAS NAVIGATORS firm, is seeking a Senior Tax Manager to join our Lubbock team. This is a compelling opportunity to become part of a growing family of firms across multiple states. With a clear path for advancement and the support of a collaborative and service‑driven environment, the right candidate will have the chance to contribute meaningfully to our clients and our firm’s continued success.

The Senior Tax Manager will work under the supervision of a Partner and/or Director. A Senior Manager will support the firm’s clients in the duties listed below and provide support and leadership to the staff they work with.

Relocation Assistance Available

• Strong experience with high‑net‑worth clients (personal taxation, trust taxation, estate & gift taxation, charitable taxation, with exposure to flow‑through entities and partnership taxation and corporate taxation, including State & Local income (SALT)/Franchise tax for multi‑state filers)
• Plan client engagements, provide tax consulting services, manage compliance projects, supervise and review work of team staff members, work closely with clients as well as internal managers and partners
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to articulate complex information and tax law
• Exceptional client service and communication skills with a demonstrated ability to develop and maintain outstanding client relationships
• Perform higher‑level compliance review and tax return sign‑off
• Handle client consultations on planning opportunities and changes in tax law
• Work on proposals and assist in developing new business
• Meet prospective clients and develop relationships with new and existing clients
• Expand services to existing clients
• Supervise engagements and special projects undertaken by the firm
• Oversee all aspects of the client engagement
• Supervise, train, and evaluate advanced‑level staff
• Coach, mentor, and assist staff so they can develop and assist in the growth of the tax function
• Actively play a role in ATLAS’ advisory services efforts
• Responsible for, along with other Managers, Partners, and Seniors, billing and WIP analysis
• Identify areas of potential improvement in processes and procedures

• Detail‑oriented, accurate, and extremely organized
• Strong client service skills and relationship management experience
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to set priorities and skillfully juggle multiple tasks in a fast‑paced office
• Team player
• Leadership and assignment management skills
• Service mentality
• Proficiency in Quick Books Online and Desktop
• Knowledge of GAAP
• Knowledge of tax basis accounting – cash and accrual
• Experience with the CCH platform

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (required)
• CPA (highly desirable)
• 3–5 years in a similar role
• 7+ years of continuous public accounting or family tax office experience
• 7+ years of progressive tax experience providing tax compliance and consulting services to high‑net‑worth individuals
• 3+ years of supervisory experience, mentoring, and counseling associates
• Experience in acquiring new clients and growing a book of business
• Proven ability to develop new business relationships and expand services to existing clients

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• GAP Benefits
• Supplemental Benefits
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Short & Long‑term Disability Plans
• 401(k) with company matching
• Bonus Structure
• Flexible PTO with sick time
• Incentive Program
• Development Program
• Company Wellness Program

We accept applications on an ongoing basis. This position will remain open…