Senior Tax Manager

Archer Lewis

Great Bend (KS)

On-site

USD 115,000 - 135,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Parental Leave

401(k) Matching

Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits

Pet Insurance

Unlimited Flexible Time Off

Company Holidays

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Salary Bonus Potential

Job summary

Archer Lewis seeks a Senior Tax Manager to lead the tax practice, oversee complex engagements, and drive client success. You will mentor tax professionals and supervise multi-state and international returns while ensuring compliance and tax planning excellence.

You will partner with firm leadership to grow the practice, enhance client relationships, and deliver proactive tax strategies that align with clients’ business goals in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
Active CPA license required.
Master's degree in Taxation or Accounting preferred.
7–10 years of progressive tax experience.
Experience leading tax professionals and client engagements.
Experience in public accounting, corporate tax, or both.
Proficiency with tax software (CCH Axcess, ONESOURCE).

Responsibilities

Provide strategic leadership for tax services, client engagements, and practice operations.
Lead, mentor, and develop tax professionals at all levels.
Review and oversee complex federal, state, local, and international tax returns.
Ensure compliance with tax laws, regulations, and firm policies.
Serve as the firm's technical resource on tax matters and updates.
Develop and implement sophisticated tax planning strategies for clients.
Advise clients on mergers, restructurings, and other tax matters.
Manage tax audits, examinations, and controversy matters.
Liaise with taxing authorities and oversee audit resolutions.
Oversee ASC 740 tax provision reporting where applicable.
Build and maintain strong client relationships and identify growth opportunities.
Participate in proposal development and practice development initiatives.
Drive process improvements and technology adoption across tax function.
Collaborate with leadership on growth initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Client Relationships

Tax Advisory

Tax Compliance

Strategic Thinking

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance

CPA License

Master's in Taxation/Accounting

Tools

CCH Axcess

ONESOURCE

Job description

Your Future Team

Archer Lewis is a national accounting and advisory firm established in 2024 from local practice mergers, leveraging over 70 years of legacy. With 40 offices and over 450 professionals, we serve 150,000+ businesses. Our approach blends small-firm relationships with national capabilities in bookkeeping, tax, advisory, and growth planning. We adapt to client preferences for in-person or online interactions, ensuring they connect with professionals who understand their specific needs.

Your Future Team

What You’ll Do

The Senior Tax Manager provides strategic leadership for the tax practice and serves as a trusted advisor to clients, firm leadership, and team members. This role oversees complex tax engagements, ensures compliance with evolving tax regulations, drives tax planning initiatives, and develops high-performing tax professionals. The Senior Tax Manager plays a key role in practice growth, client retention, and delivering innovative solutions that help clients achieve their financial and business objectives.

Provide strategic leadership and direction for tax services, client engagements, and practice operations.
Lead, mentor, and develop tax professionals at all levels, including managers, seniors, and staff.
Review and oversee complex federal, state, local, and international tax returns for individuals, partnerships, corporations, trusts, and other entities.
Ensure compliance with applicable tax laws, regulations, professional standards, and firm policies.
Serve as the firm's technical resource on complex tax matters, regulatory updates, and tax law changes.
Develop and implement sophisticated tax planning strategies that help clients minimize tax liabilities and achieve business objectives.
Advise clients on complex transactions, mergers and acquisitions, restructurings, and other strategic tax matters.
Manage federal, state, and local tax audits, examinations, and tax controversy matters.
Serve as the primary liaison with taxing authorities and oversee the resolution of audit findings and tax disputes.
Oversee income tax provision and reporting processes, including ASC 740 compliance, when applicable.
Build and maintain strong client relationships while serving as a trusted business advisor.
Identify opportunities to expand client relationships and develop new business opportunities.
Participate in proposal development, networking activities, and practice development initiatives.
Drive process improvements, technology adoption, and operational efficiencies across the tax function.
Collaborate with firm leadership to support strategic growth initiatives and practice development goals.

What You’ll Bring

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
Active CPA license required.
Master's degree in Taxation, Accounting, or a related field preferred.
Minimum of 7-10 years of progressive tax experience.
Significant leadership experience managing tax professionals and client engagements.
Extensive experience in public accounting, corporate tax, or a combination of both preferred.
Strong expertise in federal, state, local, and international tax regulations.
Advanced knowledge of tax compliance, tax planning, and tax advisory services.
Experience managing complex tax audits, examinations, and controversy matters.
Knowledge of ASC 740 and tax provision reporting requirements preferred.
Proficiency with tax software such as CCH Axcess, ONESOURCE, or similar platforms.
Strong analytical, strategic-thinking, and problem-solving capabilities.
Demonstrated business development and client relationship management experience.
Exceptional leadership, coaching, presentation, and negotiation skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with executives, business owners, and stakeholders.
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, engagement teams, and client deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

What We Offer

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance (Coverage begins on the first of the month following your start date.)
Paid Parental Leave
401(k) Matching Program
Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits
Pet Insurance
Unlimited Flexible Time Off
7 Company‑Paid Holidays
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Base salary of $115,000-$135,000 plus discretionary bonus (exact base salary amount will be dependent on experience)

Archer Lewis Story

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: Archer Lewis is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship, veteran status, ancestry, age (over 40), physical or mental disability, medical condition (cancer-related), gender identity or expression, genetic information including sickle cell or hemoglobin C trait, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local law.

You are a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident or possess other unrestricted U.S. work authorization and will not require sponsorship for U.S. work authorization now or anytime in the future.

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