Senior Tax Manager

Richard, Wayne & Roberts; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Richard, Wayne & Roberts, a growing boutique accounting and financial services firm in Houston, seeks an experienced Senior Tax Manager to join its leadership team. You will work closely with ownership, advise clients, and play a key role in the continued growth of the practice.

You will prepare and review federal and state tax returns for individuals, corporations, partnerships and trusts; provide proactive planning; manage client relationships; and collaborate with the team to deliver

Qualifications

• CPA license required (or actively pursuing)
• 5+ years of recent public accounting tax experience
• Strong experience with both individual and business taxation
• Knowledge of federal and state tax regulations
• Experience with tax preparation software and accounting platforms
• Excellent communication and client relationship skills
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review federal and state tax returns for individuals, corporations, partnerships, and trusts
• Provide proactive tax planning and advisory services to clients
• Conduct tax research and stay current on tax law developments
• Manage client relationships and serve as a trusted tax resource
• Assist with IRS and state tax notices, audits, and correspondence
• Collaborate with accounting and financial professionals to deliver comprehensive client solutions
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and efficiencies

Skills

Tax planning

Client relations

Independent worker

Team player

Tax research

Communication skills

Education

CPA license

Tools

Tax software

Accounting platforms

Job description

A growing boutique accounting and financial services firm is seeking an experienced Senior Tax Manager to join its leadership team. This is an opportunity to work closely with ownership, serve as a trusted advisor to clients, and play a key role in the continued growth of a well-established practice.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review federal and state tax returns for individuals, corporations, partnerships, and trusts
• Provide proactive tax planning and advisory services to clients
• Conduct tax research and stay current on tax law developments
• Manage client relationships and serve as a trusted tax resource
• Assist with IRS and state tax notices, audits, and correspondence
• Collaborate with accounting and financial professionals to deliver comprehensive client solutions
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and efficiencies

Qualifications

• CPA license required (or actively pursuing completion)
• 5+ years of recent public accounting tax experience
• Strong experience with both individual and business taxation
• Knowledge of federal and state tax regulations
• Experience with tax preparation software and accounting platforms
• Excellent communication and client relationship skills
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment

Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate is a technically strong tax professional who enjoys working directly with clients, providing strategic guidance, and taking ownership of their work. This individual will thrive in a close-knit environment where teamwork, professionalism, and long-term relationships are highly valued.

What You'll Find Here

• Established and growing client base
• Collaborative, team-oriented culture
• Direct interaction with firm leadership
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the future of the practice
• Competitive compensation and benefits package, including healthcare, retirement plan with employer contribution, paid time off, and professional development support

Compensation: Competitive and commensurate with experience.