Senior Manager, Tax

Forvis Mazars US; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 123,000 - 209,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan

401(k)

Profit-sharing contributions

Flexible time off

Parental leave

Job summary

Forvis Mazars, LLP in Massachusetts seeks a senior tax professional to lead tax compliance and advisory services for individuals, partnerships, and corporations. You will mentor staff, review returns, and engage with clients to provide proactive tax guidance and strategic solutions.

Candidate must have a CPA, 7+ years of progressive tax experience, and willingness to travel. The role emphasizes client service, relationship building, and thought leadership within a leading national firm.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Taxation or related field
• 7+ years of relevant progressive tax experience in public accounting, or a combination of corporate tax and public accounting
• Current and valid CPA license
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Flexibility to travel for client engagements and internal meetings

Responsibilities

• Manage tax compliance and advisory services for individuals, partnerships, and corporations
• Research complex tax matters and communicate findings in written reports
• Review tax returns to ensure accuracy and regulatory compliance
• Engage with senior client stakeholders to identify issues and provide solutions
• Drive client service excellence and build long-term relationships as a trusted advisor
• Support client growth through strategic planning and business development
• Contribute to proposals and client acquisition
• Mentor and manage tax professionals, provide coaching and career development
• Manage resources, budgets, and workflows for timely, cost-effective delivery
• Maintain technical expertise via Continuing Professional Education (CPE)
• Contribute to thought leadership and internal training
• Represent the firm at industry events and networking forums

Skills

CPA license

Tax advisory

Client communication

Leadership

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Taxation

Job description

Description & Requirements

The Tax team is dedicated to helping clients navigate a complex tax landscape with clarity and confidence. Our team delivers practical, forward-thinking guidance tailored to each client's goals, offering reliable support through change, growth, and opportunity.

What You Will Do

• Manage tax compliance and advisory services for individuals (Forms 1040, 1040-NR), partnerships (Form 1065), and corporations (Forms 1120, 1120-S) across a variety of industries


• Conduct in-depth research on complex tax matters, apply insights to client engagements, and communicate findings clearly through well-structured written reports


• Review tax return preparations completed by other staff to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards


• Engage proactively with senior client stakeholders to identify tax issues, offer insights, and implement practical solutions


• Drive client service excellence by setting high standards for responsiveness and quality, fostering long-term relationships as a trusted advisor and strategic partner in client success


• Support client growth and retention through strategic planning and business development.


• Contribute to business development by helping with proposals, showcasing firm value, and supporting client acquisition


• Mentor and manage tax professionals, providing coaching, performance feedback, and career development support to build a high-performing, collaborative team


• Manage resources, budgets, and project workflows to resolve scheduling conflicts and ensure the timely, cost-effective delivery of client engagements


• Maintain technical expertise through ongoing Continuing Professional Education (CPE), ensuring compliance and staying ahead of industry trends and regulatory changes


• Contribute to thought leadership by authoring technical publications and leading internal training sessions to elevate firm-wide knowledge and capabilities


• Represent the firm at industry events and networking forums, enhancing brand visibility and cultivating new business opportunities

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Taxation or related field


• 7+ years of relevant progressive tax experience in public accounting, or a combination of corporate tax and public accounting


• Current and valid CPA (Certified Public Accountant) license


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite


• Flexibility to travel for client engagements and internal meetings. Travel may include overnight stays.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree in related field

About Forvis Mazars, LLP

Forvis Mazars, LLP is an independent member of Forvis Mazars Global, a leading global professional services network. Ranked among the largest public accounting firms in the United States, our 7,000+ team members deliver assurance, tax, and consulting services to clients in all 50 states and internationally.

With a legacy spanning more than 100 years, we’re building something different. We are guided by a shared promise: Together, we create extraordinary experiences. That means delivering an Unmatched Client Experience while creating a workplace where relationships matter, learning fuels growth, and every person feels valued and supported to thrive.

What We Offer

Our robust total rewards program and flexible work environment reflect our commitment to people, careers, and well-being-empowering our team to grow and thrive while delivering exceptional service. To explore what makes working at Forvis Mazars special, visit www.forvismazars.us/careers.

Legal Notice

Forvis Mazars, LLP is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer in accordance with applicable law. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, or other protected classifications.

It is Forvis Mazars, LLP standard policy not to accept unsolicited referrals or resumes from any source other than directly from candidates.

Forvis Mazars, LLP expressly reserves the right not to consider any unsolicited referrals, resumes or CVs from vendors including and without limitation, search firms, staffing agencies, fee-based referral services, and recruiting agencies.

Forvis Mazars, LLP further reserves the right not to pay a fee to a recruiter or recruiting agency unless such recruiter or recruiting agency has a signed vendor agreement with Forvis Mazars, LLP. Any resume(s) or CV(s) submitted to anyone working for Forvis Mazars, LLP, or submitted to a Forvis Mazars, LLP general email, without having a Forvis Mazars, LLP vendor agreement in place, will be considered the property of Forvis Mazars, LLP.

Massachusetts Wage Transparency

Pursuant to the Massachusetts' Wage Transparency Act, the salary range displayed is for the Massachusetts market. The salary for this role will be based on the experience, education, and skill set of the individual for the position. Positions that are non-exempt will be eligible for overtime pay compensable at a rate of one and a half times the hourly rate for any hours worked over 40 in a work week. Benefits are eligibility-based and could include group health plan benefits, 401(K), profit‑shar­ing contributions, flexible time off, and parental leave. Forvis Mazars reserves the right to make changes to the salary range based on business needs.

MA Minimum Salary (USD) $123000

MA Maximum Salary (USD) $209000