Senior Tax Manager

gpac; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

gpac LLC. seeks an experienced Senior Tax Manager to lead tax engagements for a diverse client portfolio in the Greater Pittsburgh area. The role emphasizes strategic tax planning, client relationship management, and mentoring a professional tax team.

The position offers hybrid flexibility, a collaborative culture, and a clear path to partnership for candidates pursuing long-term leadership within the firm.

Qualifications

• Active CPA license required.
• 8+ years of progressive public accounting tax experience.
• Strong knowledge of individual, business, trust, and estate taxation.
• Experience serving high-net-worth individuals and closely held businesses.
• Proven experience managing complex tax engagements and client relationships.
• Strong tax review, planning, research, and advisory skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to explain complex tax matters clearly.

Responsibilities

• Manage an established book of business consisting of diverse tax and advisory clients.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to high-net-worth individuals, families, trusts, estates, and small to mid-sized businesses.
• Oversee complex federal, state, and local tax compliance engagements.
• Provide proactive tax planning, consulting, and strategic advisory services.
• Develop and maintain strong, long-term client relationships.
• Advise clients on complex tax matters, business decisions, and opportunities for tax efficiency.
• Review complex individual, corporate, partnership, trust, and estate tax returns.
• Manage client engagements, deadlines, workflow, and deliverables.
• Lead, mentor, and develop tax professionals while providing technical guidance and support.
• Collaborate with firm leadership to identify opportunities to enhance client services and support practice growth.
• Stay current on evolving tax laws and regulations to provide timely, practical recommendations.

Skills

Tax advisory

Client relationships

Tax planning

Leadership

Mentoring

Public accounting

Communication

Education

CPA license

Job description

Senior Tax Manager - Public Accounting

Location: Greater Pittsburgh, PA | Hybrid | Full-Time

Position Overview

An established and growing public accounting firm in the Greater Pittsburgh area is seeking an experienced Senior Tax Manager to join its leadership team. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned tax professional who enjoys building meaningful client relationships, providing strategic tax advice, and managing a diverse portfolio of established clients. The firm offers a professional yet laid-back, collaborative culture, excellent compensation, and genuine flexibility to balance career responsibilities with life outside of work. For candidates interested in long-term leadership, there is also a clear path to partnership.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage an established book of business consisting of diverse tax and advisory clients.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to high-net-worth individuals, families, trusts, estates, and small to mid-sized businesses.
• Oversee complex federal, state, and local tax compliance engagements.
• Provide proactive tax planning, consulting, and strategic advisory services.
• Develop and maintain strong, long-term client relationships.
• Advise clients on complex tax matters, business decisions, and opportunities for tax efficiency.
• Review complex individual, corporate, partnership, trust, and estate tax returns.
• Manage client engagements, deadlines, workflow, and deliverables.
• Lead, mentor, and develop tax professionals while providing technical guidance and support.
• Collaborate with firm leadership to identify opportunities to enhance client services and support practice growth.
• Stay current on evolving tax laws and regulations to provide timely, practical recommendations.

Qualifications

• Active CPA license required.
• 8+ years of progressive public accounting tax experience required.
• Strong technical knowledge of individual, business, trust, and estate taxation.
• Experience serving high-net-worth individuals and closely held businesses.
• Proven experience managing complex tax engagements and client relationships.
• Strong tax review, planning, research, and advisory skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Ability to explain complex tax matters clearly and confidently to clients.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience mentoring and developing tax professionals.
• Interest in long-term career growth and potential partnership opportunities.

Compensation & Benefits

• Excellent compensation - dependent on experience (DOE)
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Genuine hybrid flexibility to support work/life balance
• Professional, relaxed, and collaborative team culture
• Established client portfolio with meaningful advisory opportunities
• Direct interaction with clients and firm leadership
• Opportunity to lead and develop a talented tax team
• Long-term career stability and professional growth
• Clear path to partnership for candidates interested in ownership and firm leadership

Why Consider This Opportunity?

Not every Senior Tax Manager wants to spend their career simply reviewing returns and managing deadlines. This opportunity is designed for someone who enjoys the relationship side of public accounting – working closely with clients, understanding their goals, and helping them make informed financial and tax decisions. You'll step into an established client portfolio, work alongside a supportive leadership team, and have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact without sacrificing flexibility or life outside of work. Whether your goal is to continue growing as a trusted tax advisor or eventually become a Partner, this firm offers the opportunity and support to take that next step.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.