Senior Tax & Accounting Manager

And it’s not a “manager in name only” position.

The Wagner Company is a growing, advisory-first CPA firm looking for a senior tax leader who wants real influence—without partnership politics or being set up as the firm’s pressure valve.

This role exists because the firm is growing.

Not because someone quit.

Not because everything’s broken.

This is a true leadership seat
, not just a heavier workload.

• Lead tax and accounting production across the firm
• Serve as a trusted advisor to business-owner clients
• Manage and develop a growing accounting team
• Improve systems and workflows as the firm scales
• Work directly with the firm owner on operations and strategic decisions

• Carry the firm alone
• Act as unpaid “partner-lite”
• Fix chaos without authority
• Be buried in compliance with no voice in direction

• Review and prepare complex returns (1065, 1120, 1120‑S, 1040, trusts)
• Provide proactive tax planning and advisory support
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting
• Maintain strong, responsive client relationships
• Help business owners understand their numbers and make better decisions

• Lead and develop accountants, bookkeepers, and tax preparers
• Own workflow, deadlines, and quality control
• Support hiring, onboarding, and staff development
• Keep production moving smoothly through busy season and beyond
• Act as the day‑to‑day leader for accounting operations

• Improve systems, processes, and tools for scalability
• Drive sustainable, profitable billable production
• Collaborate on pricing, service offerings, and client expansion
• Contribute directly to firm‑level strategy and growth

You’re an experienced public accounting professional who:

• Enjoys both hands‑on tax work and leading people
• Communicates clearly with clients—not just through work papers
• Wants more ownership, influence, and visibility
• Is ready for a role that can grow into Director‑level leadership

• Active CPA license (required)
• 7–10+ years in public accounting
• Strong tax review and advisory experience
• Prior leadership or management experience in a CPA firm
• Deep understanding of business and individual tax returns
• Ability to manage deadlines, people, and client expectations
• Experience with Ultra Tax CS, Accounting CS, and Quick Books (a plus)
• Comfortable improving processes and using technology
• Business‑minded and growth‑oriented

• $110,000–$150,000 base salary, depending on experience
• Performance incentives tied to production and firm growth
• 100% employer‑paid health insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid time off and flexible scheduling
• Direct access to firm ownership and decision‑making
• Clear runway for expanded leadership responsibility as the firm grows

• In‑office role in St. Louis, MO (63109)
• Relocation required if not local
• Limited flexibility available after onboarding and ramp‑up