Senior Tax Manager

Staff Financial Group; Ridgeland (MS); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable financial services firm in Ridgeland, MS is seeking a Senior Tax Manager to lead tax engagements and enhance client service. This role, ideal for a CPA with ten years of public accounting experience, emphasizes team development and technical accuracy. The successful candidate will support firm growth, mentor staff, and ensure tax compliance. The position offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience and fosters a collaborative office atmosphere.

Qualifications

• Must possess CPA certification.
• At least ten years of experience in public accounting is required.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop a team.
• Strong decision-making ability and initiative.
• Ability to stay calm and effective under pressure.
• Excellent organizational skills with ability to prioritize workload.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex tax engagements and provide final technical review.
• Research complex tax issues and recommend effective resolutions.
• Communicate directly with clients to support their best interests.
• Plan, coordinate, and manage client engagements to ensure all deadlines are met.
• Communicate directly with clients to support their best interests and long-term satisfaction.
• Lead and support staff by setting clear objectives, overseeing budgets, and fostering a positive, high-performing work environment.
• Monitor quality control and evaluate personnel performance.
• Assign, track, and manage tasks and projects delegated to staff and supervisors.
• Mentor and develop staff and supervisors to strengthen team capability.
• Build and nurture internal and external networks to create new business opportunities.
• Oversee billing, collections, WIP activity, aging, and write-downs.
• Participate in and help facilitate in-house CPE and training initiatives.

Skills

Leadership ability

Strong decision-making

Organizational abilities

Technical review skills

Under pressure

Organizational skills

Education

CPA certification

Minimum of ten years of public accounting experience

Job description

Senior Tax Manager - Ridgeland, MS

Who: A seasoned CPA with at least ten years of public accounting experience and proven leadership and technical review skills.

What: Leads complex tax engagements, conducts final technical reviews, manages staff workflow, and supports both client success and firm growth.

When: Full-time leadership position available immediately.

Where: Ridgeland, MS

Why: To strengthen the firm’s tax practice through expert oversight, strong client service, staff development, and proactive business development efforts.

Office Environment: A collaborative, professional setting that values communication, mentorship, and consistently high-quality work.

Salary: Competitive and commensurate with experience.

Position Overview

The Senior Tax Manager is responsible for overseeing a wide portfolio of tax engagements, ensuring technical accuracy, developing staff, maintaining strong client relationships, and supporting firm growth objectives while maintaining confidentiality and high standards of quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide final technical review on tax returns and related documents for a broad client base.
• Research complex tax issues and recommend effective resolutions.
• Stay current with changes in tax laws and accounting procedures.
• Plan, coordinate, and manage client engagements to ensure all deadlines are met.
• Communicate directly with clients to support their best interests and long-term satisfaction.
• Lead and support staff by setting clear objectives, overseeing budgets, and fostering a positive, high-performing work environment.
• Monitor quality control and evaluate personnel performance.
• Assign, track, and manage tasks and projects delegated to staff and supervisors.
• Mentor and develop staff and supervisors to strengthen team capability.
• Build and nurture internal and external networks to create new business opportunities.
• Oversee billing, collections, WIP activity, aging, and write-downs.
• Participate in and help facilitate in-house CPE and training initiatives.

Qualifications

• CPA certification required.
• Minimum of ten years of public accounting experience.
• Demonstrated leadership ability with strong team development skills.
• Strong decision-making skills with the initiative to take action.
• Ability to remain calm and effective under pressure.
• Excellent organizational abilities with the capacity to prioritize a heavy workload.

If you’re interested in learning more about this opportunity or would like to discuss your qualifications, please apply now.