Senior Tax Manager​/Tax Director

Senior Tax Manager (Director Track) / Tax Director Tax Advisory Leadership | Strategic Growth | Director Path Opportunity | Award-Winning Firm

Compensation: $155,000–$220,000 Base + Performance Bonus + Director/Executive Leadership Track

Location: Madison, Wisconsin (Hybrid Flexibility Available)

Our client, a nationally recognized and award-winning CPA and advisory firm, is seeking an experienced Senior Tax Manager (Director Track) or Tax Director to join its leadership team in Madison, Wisconsin.

This is not a traditional tax management role.

This is an opportunity to help shape the future of a growing tax advisory practice while working closely with executive leadership, firm partners, and the Chief Tax Officer. The position offers significant influence, autonomy, and a clear path toward expanded leadership responsibilities within one of Wisconsin's premier public accounting firms.

The ideal candidate is a strategic tax leader who enjoys serving as a trusted advisor to closely held businesses, entrepreneurs, high-net-worth individuals, and ownership groups while helping develop future leaders and drive innovation throughout the practice.

• $155,000–$220,000 base salary
• Performance-based bonus opportunity
• Director-track leadership position
• Significant visibility with executive leadership
• Hybrid and flexible work arrangements
• Award-winning culture and workplace
• Opportunity to help shape the future of the tax practice
• Strong emphasis on technology, automation, and innovation
• Meaningful influence over strategic initiatives
• Collaborative, people-first environment

Exceptional candidates with significant leadership experience, advanced tax specialization, business-development success, or Director-level experience may be considered above the posted compensation range.

As a Senior Tax Manager or Tax Director, you'll operate as both a strategic advisor and key leader within the firm.

You'll work directly with business owners, executives, family-owned enterprises, and high-net-worth clients while overseeing sophisticated tax planning, compliance, business advisory, and growth initiatives. In addition, you'll play a major role in mentoring team members, improving operational efficiencies, and helping drive the firm's long-term strategic objectives.

This role provides exposure to:

• Advanced Tax Planning & Advisory
• Multi-State Taxation
• Pass-Through Entity Taxation
• High-Net-Worth Tax Planning
• Estate & Trust Planning
• Mergers & Acquisitions
• Business Structuring & Succession Planning
• Team Leadership & Practice Development

• Oversee federal, state, and local tax compliance activities for a diverse client portfolio
• Design and implement tax planning strategies that improve profitability and minimize tax exposure
• Serve as a trusted advisor on entity structuring, ownership transitions, and complex tax matters
• Consult on mergers, acquisitions, business reorganizations, and strategic transactions
• Represent clients during audits, tax controversies, and interactions with taxing authorities

• Develop and maintain long-term relationships with business owners and executive teams
• Translate complex tax concepts into practical business guidance
• Identify opportunities to expand advisory services and strengthen client relationships
• Provide proactive recommendations that support client growth and long-term success
• Collaborate with clients on strategic planning and operational initiatives

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing tax team
• Assist in recruiting, retention, and leadership succession planning
• Establish performance expectations and provide coaching and professional development
• Build future…