Manager (Tax)

Alegria Advisors; Yakima (WA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Alegria & Company, P.S. in Yakima or Prosser, WA, is seeking a Tax Manager to lead tax engagements, provide proactive planning and advisory services, and manage client relationships for privately held businesses and individuals.

This role emphasizes mentoring developing professionals, overseeing multiple engagements, and delivering high-quality client service with strong communication and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field.
• Active CPA license required.
• Master of Taxation or equivalent preferred.
• Five or more years of public accounting experience preferred.
• Five or more years of tax experience, including individual and business returns, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead tax engagements and provide proactive planning and advisory services.
• Manage client relationships and mentor developing professionals.
• Oversee multiple engagements and ensure timely delivery.
• Review, approve, and sign tax returns with compliance and accuracy.
• Provide tax strategy and advisory on entity structuring and planning.
• Communicate clearly with clients, anticipating needs and recommendations.
• Coach and develop team members to foster growth and leadership.
• Stay current with changing tax laws and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Tax compliance

Tax research

Analytical thinking

Microsoft Office

Tax software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA license

Master of Taxation

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Alegria & Company, P.S. | Yakima or Prosser, Washington

Job Type

Full-time

Pay Range

$100,000 – $150,000

Schedule

Monday – Friday

Location

Yakima or Prosser

Are you ready to join an innovative CPA firm serving a diverse portfolio of clients across multiple industries and locations? Alegria & Company, P.S. is a growth-focused public accounting firm based in Yakima, Washington, with an additional office in Prosser. Our team is committed to delivering high-quality client service through modern technology, strong communication, and a collaborative team environment.

Due to continued client and firm growth, we are expanding our team and looking for talented professionals who want to build their careers with us. We are seeking a Tax Manager who is ready to lead tax engagements, provide proactive planning and advisory services, manage client relationships, mentor developing professionals, and contribute to the continued growth of the firm.

Why Join Alegria?

At Alegria, you will find the professional opportunities of a larger public accounting firm with the accessibility, flexibility, and personal relationships of a local firm. Our managers work directly with business owners, clients, partners, and firm leadership while helping shape tax strategy, client service, team development, and practice growth.

• Direct access to partners and firm leadership
• Opportunities to lead client relationships and provide proactive advisory services
• Diverse client work with privately held businesses, owners, and individuals
• Meaningful role in staff development, mentorship, and practice growth
• Modern technology and efficient workflow processes
• Supportive, team-oriented culture with open communication
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
• Potential ownership opportunities depending on qualifications, experience, and long‑term career objectives

About the Role

This role is ideal for an experienced public accounting professional who enjoys leading teams, developing client relationships, and serving as a trusted advisor to privately held businesses and business owners. The Tax Manager will oversee multiple engagements, manage tax compliance and planning projects, review complex returns, and help deliver high-quality client service and team performance.

As a Tax Manager, You Can Expect To:

• Manage and review individual, partnership, corporate, and related tax returns and engagements.
• Review, approve, and sign tax returns while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and adherence to federal and state tax requirements.
• Provide proactive tax planning and consulting services for closely held businesses, business owners, and individuals.
• Assist clients with tax strategy, entity structuring, financial reporting matters, transaction planning, and other advisory projects.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients by communicating clearly, anticipating needs, and providing practical recommendations.
• Oversee multiple engagements, deadlines, budgets, and team priorities while maintaining quality control standards.
• Build client relationships, expand professional networks, and support business development and client advisory services.
• Coach, mentor, train, and develop team members, fostering growth, leadership, and strong communication practices.
• Perform tax research and stay current with changing tax laws, regulations, and compliance requirements.

You Will Be Successful Here If You:

• Enjoy problem solving, technical tax research, and helping clients make informed decisions.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with clients, team members, managers, and partners.
• Demonstrate strong ownership, accountability, leadership, and project management skills.
• Can read, analyze, and interpret financial statements and financial data.
• Seek to understand a variety of industries and privately owned businesses.
• Thrive in an environment focused on continuous improvement, team development, and client service excellence.

Technical and Professional Skills

• Strong understanding of individual and business tax compliance, planning, and advisory concepts.
• Ability to research tax questions and apply guidance to client-specific facts and circumstances.
• Advanced analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word.
• Ability to develop proficiency in specialized tax, accounting, and workflow management software.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field required.
• Active CPA license required.
• Master of Taxation or equivalent preferred.
• Five or more years of public accounting experience preferred.
• Five or more years of tax experience, including individual and business returns, preferred.

Career Growth and Ownership Opportunities

Successful candidates will have opportunities to assume increasing leadership responsibilities, develop key client relationships, and participate in the continued growth of the firm. Ownership opportunities may be available depending on qualifications, experience, performance, and long‑term career objectives.

Compensation and Benefits

Alegria offers competitive compensation and a benefits package designed to support your professional and personal well-being, including:

• Annual salary range of $100,000 to $150,000, depending on experience and qualifications.
• Medical coverage.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options.
• Paid time off.

Ready to Lead With Us?

If you are looking for a role where you can lead meaningful client relationships, provide proactive advisory services, develop people, and take the next step in your public accounting career, we would be excited to connect with you.