CPA - Tax Manager

W3Global; Santa Barbara (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Flexible spending account

Bonus opportunities

Job summary

W3Global in Solvang and Santa Barbara, CA is seeking an experienced Tax Manager (CPA) to join a team of accounting professionals. The role offers exposure to real estate, vineyards, trusts, and estates within a flexible, technology-focused public accounting environment.

Ideal candidates have CPA licensure, 5–10 years in public accounting, and strong skills in corporate, real estate, and multi-state taxation, with a commitment to client service and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or equivalent; Master's degree preferred.
• Active CPA license required.
• 5-10 years of relevant experience within a public accounting firm.
• Proficiency in corporate, individual, real estate, and partnership taxation.
• Expertise in choice of entity and multi-state tax issues.
• Strong knowledge of tax research and tax planning.
• Strong presentation and organizational skills.
• Excellent technical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects while working with staff, partners, and clients.
• High motivation and a strong passion for the accounting profession.

Skills

CPA license

Public accounting experience

Real estate tax

Multi-state tax

Tax research

Tax planning

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Presentation skills

Organization skills

Project management

Motivation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Description

We are seeking an experienced

Tax Manager - CPA

We are seeking an experienced Manager CPA to join a team of accounting professionals.

This is an opportunity to work in a collaborative, flexible, and technology-focused public accounting environment with exposure to a diverse range of clients and industries.

The firm provides comprehensive accounting services, including tax, audit, bookkeeping, and business management, with particular exposure to real estate, vineyards and wineries, trusts, and estates.

Work Location

• In-office opportunities available in Solvang and Santa Barbara, California

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or equivalent; Master's degree preferred.


• Active CPA license required.


• 5-10 years of relevant experience within a public accounting firm.


• Proficiency in corporate, individual, real estate, and partnership taxation.


• Expertise in choice of entity and multi-state tax issues.


• Strong knowledge of tax research and tax planning.


• Strong presentation and organizational skills.


• Excellent technical, communication, and interpersonal skills.


• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects while working effectively with staff, partners, and clients.


• High motivation and a strong passion for the accounting profession.

What We Offer

• Collaborative, team-oriented work environment.


• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.


• Flexible work environment designed to support work-life balance.


• Diverse clients, industries, and accounting engagements.


• Competitive benefits package, including:
  
  
  
  • Health insurance
  
  
  • 401(k)
  
  
  • Flexible spending account
  
  
  • Bonus opportunities