Senior Tax Manager, CPA

Job Description

Senior Tax Manager, CPA Strategic Tax Advisory | Leadership Opportunity | High-Net-Worth & Business Clients | Path to Partnership

Compensation: $160,000–$210,000 Base + Bonus + Leadership Growth Opportunity

Location: St. Louis, Missouri

Schedule:

Flexible Hybrid

Our client, a highly respected and growing public accounting and advisory firm, is seeking an experienced Senior Tax Manager to join its St. Louis office.

This is more than a traditional tax leadership role.

It's an opportunity to become a key advisor to business owners, executives, high-net-worth individuals, family-owned businesses, and closely held companies while leading complex tax engagements, mentoring future leaders, and helping drive the continued growth of an established and highly regarded CPA firm.

The firm has built a reputation for delivering sophisticated tax, accounting, and advisory services while maintaining a collaborative culture that values professional development, client relationships, and long-term career growth.

If you're looking for a leadership position that combines technical tax expertise, client advisory work, team development, and a future path toward firm leadership, we'd welcome a confidential conversation.

• $160,000–$210,000 base salary
• Annual performance bonus opportunity
• Leadership role within a growing tax practice
• Significant client-facing and advisory responsibilities
• Sophisticated business and individual tax engagements
• Direct access to firm leadership
• Strong mentorship and professional development culture
• Opportunity to influence practice growth and strategy
• Flexible work environment
• Clear path toward Director, Shareholder, and Partner-level opportunities

Exceptional candidates with extensive business development success, niche tax expertise, family office experience, or advanced succession planning knowledge may be considered above the posted compensation range.

Our client is a well-established CPA and advisory firm serving businesses, entrepreneurs, nonprofit organizations, executives, and high-net-worth individuals throughout the Midwest.

The firm provides services including:

• Tax Planning & Compliance
• Business Advisory Services
• Audit & Assurance
• Outsourced Accounting
• Wealth & Succession Planning
• Strategic Consulting
• Family Business Advisory Services

The organization has built its success on long-term client relationships, technical excellence, and a commitment to helping both clients and employees achieve their goals.

As a Senior Tax Manager, you'll serve as a trusted advisor and strategic resource for clients while leading a team of talented tax professionals.

You'll gain substantial exposure to:

• Advanced Tax Planning
• Partnership Taxation
• S-Corporation Taxation
• Corporate Taxation
• Individual & High-Net-Worth Tax Planning
• Multi-State Tax Matters
• Business Succession Planning
• Tax Research & Consulting
• Team Leadership & Development
• Client Relationship Management

This role provides an outstanding opportunity for an experienced tax professional seeking increased influence, visibility, and advancement.

• Lead complex tax planning and compliance engagements
• Review sophisticated business and individual tax returns
• Develop proactive tax strategies that minimize liabilities and maximize value
• Advise clients on business transactions, entity structure, and tax implications
• Research and resolve complex federal and state tax matters

• Serve as the primary advisor for key client relationships
• Work directly with business owners, executives, and decision-makers
• Provide year-round tax planning and business advisory support
• Identify opportunities to deepen relationships and expand service offerings
• Deliver exceptional client service and responsiveness

• Manage, mentor, and develop Tax Managers, Seniors, and Staff Accountants
• Review work product and provide technical guidance
• Assist with recruiting, retention, and employee development initiatives
• Create an environment focused on learning, accountability, and growth
• Help develop the future leadership team of the firm

• Oversee engagement profitability, workflow, and deadlines
• Ensure compliance with firm quality standards and professional requirements
• Support process improvements and operational efficiencies
• Collaborate with firm leadership on strategic initiatives
• Contribute to practice growth and client development efforts

• Build and strengthen referral relationships
• Participate in networking and community involvement activities
• Assist with proposals and new client opportunities
• Identify opportunities to expand existing client relationships
• Help drive the continued growth of the tax practice

• Active CPA license
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 8+ years of public accounting tax experience
• Significant experience reviewing complex business and individual tax returns
• Experience…