Senior Tax Manager

Vaco Recruiter Services; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Vaco Recruiter Services is seeking a Senior Tax Manager in Phoenix, AZ. This role offers high visibility work and direct collaboration with senior leadership and clients. The position requires 8+ years of public accounting experience, including at least 5 years in a supervisory role, and a CPA license.

The Senior Tax Manager will act as a subject matter expert, lead client engagements, and manage team performance. A competitive salary range of $150-190k plus bonus is offered for this position, which entails being on-site five days a week.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of public accounting experience with at least 5 years of supervisory experience.
• Degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics required.
• Must hold a CPA License.

Responsibilities

• Act as a subject matter expert and provide technical guidance.
• Recommend improvements to internal processes.
• Identify client needs and growth opportunities.
• Lead client engagements and oversee financial reporting.
• Conduct technical reviews for accuracy and compliance.
• Support business development activities.
• Manage engagement budgeting and performance tracking.
• Supervise and mentor staff.
• Promote a collaborative team environment.

Skills

Public accounting experience

Supervisory experience

Tax knowledge (S Corps, C Corps)

Client relationship management

Education

Degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics

CPA License

Job description

Vaco is seeking a Senior Tax Manager in Phoenix, AZ

What stands out about this role?

• High Visibility Work and Direct Collaboration with Senior Leadership/Clients
• Competitive Benefits and Fun, Collaborate Culture

Responsibilities include:

• Act as a subject matter expert within the team, contributing technical guidance and knowledge sharing
• Recommend improvements to internal processes, workflows, and operational efficiency
• Identify client needs and potential growth opportunities across service areas
• Serve as a primary client advisor, providing insight on industry trends, issues, and solution pathways
• Lead client engagements, overseeing delivery of financial reporting, tax compliance, and supporting documentation
• Conduct technical and quality reviews to ensure accuracy, compliance, and adherence to standards
• Support business development activities, including client interactions, proposals, and cross-functional initiatives
• Manage engagement budgeting, billing, and performance tracking, including variance analysis
• Supervises, mentors, and develops staff through coaching, feedback, and performance evaluations
• Promote a collaborative team environment and supports leadership direction and organizational culture

Requirements:

• 8+ years of public accounting experience with at least 5 years of supervisory experience (required)
• Degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics (required)
• CPA License (Required)
• Significant tax experience with small to mid size partnerships, S Corps, C Corps, and individuals
• Ability to go on site 5 days a week
• Salary $150-190k plus bonus