Senior Tax Manager

Tax Manager Or Senior Tax Manager

Tampa is one of the most attractive places in the country to build a career while still enjoying a strong quality of life. The city offers a rare mix of professional opportunity, waterfront living, strong neighborhoods, no state income tax, and a business community that continues to grow. For accounting and tax professionals, Tampa provides access to a strong base of privately held businesses, entrepreneurs, real estate groups, construction companies, manufacturing organizations, and professional services firms.

Outside of work, you have year-round sunshine, the Riverwalk, beaches nearby, restaurants, sports, arts, and a lifestyle that makes it easier to see a long-term future. If you are looking for a tax leadership role where you can grow your career, build deep client relationships, and enjoy living in a market with real momentum, Tampa is a great place to do it.

We are seeking a Tax Manager or Senior Tax Manager to join a well-established public accounting firm in downtown Tampa. This is a senior-level role for a CPA who enjoys technical tax work, client advisory, team leadership, and taking true ownership of client relationships. You will manage tax compliance and advisory work for a diverse portfolio of privately held businesses and pass-through entities, with a strong focus on industries such as construction, manufacturing, retail, and professional services.

This opportunity is ideal for someone who wants more than a review role. You will serve as a trusted advisor, mentor professional staff, manage engagements, participate in firm initiatives, and have a real voice in the direction of the tax practice.

Manage high-level tax consulting and compliance work for pass-through entities and privately held businesses

Lead tax advisory projects across industries such as construction, manufacturing, retail, and professional services

Conduct technical tax research and prepare clear written guidance on complex tax matters

Review and advise on federal and state tax issues, including planning opportunities and risk areas

Serve as a primary point of contact for clients and build trusted long-term relationships

Manage multiple client engagements while maintaining quality, deadlines, and profitability

Oversee billing, collections, and engagement economics with a strong sense of ownership

Train, mentor, and develop professional tax staff

Participate in internal initiatives related to client service, team development, and firm operations

Represent the firm professionally within the local business and professional community

Seven or more years of relevant public accounting tax experience

CPA license is required

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field

Strong technical tax consulting and research experience

Experience managing pass-through entity tax work

Ability to supervise, train, and develop professional staff

Strong client relationship management skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

A high level of professional integrity and ownership

Ability to provide mostly on-site support in downtown Tampa, with hybrid flexibility available

Full-time hybrid role based in downtown Tampa

401(k) plan plus profit sharing

Comprehensive health insurance

Firm-paid CPA license fees

Continuing Professional Education support

Paid parking in downtown Tampa

Bonus opportunity to be determined

Long-term growth opportunity