Senior Tax Manager, CPA — Leadership & Partnership Path

Wertz & Associates; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Employer-paid medical, dental, and視 on

Company-paid life insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Generous paid time off and holidays

Flexible scheduling

Relocation assistance

Leadership development and advancement

Job summary

Wertz & Associates in Seattle, WA is seeking a Senior Tax Manager (CPA) to lead tax advisory and client leadership efforts. The role offers an immediate client transition from a retiring partner and a clear path to partnership, with a base salary of $150,000–$200,000 plus bonus and ownership potential.

The successful candidate will oversee a growing practice, manage a book of business, mentor staff, and develop services for high-net-worth individuals and closely held companies.

Qualifications

• Active CPA license is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive public accounting tax experience.
• Proven client relationship management and business development skills.
• Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex tax planning engagements for individuals, partnerships, corporations, trusts, and closely held businesses.
• Develop proactive tax strategies that create measurable value for clients.
• Review and oversee preparation of complex tax returns.
• Provide strategic guidance on federal and multi-state tax matters.
• Act as a trusted advisor on tax, business, and financial issues.

Skills

Client relationship management

Team leadership

Business development

Strategic tax planning

Executive communication

Education

Active CPA license

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field

Job description

Wertz & Associates in Seattle, WA is seeking a Senior Tax Manager (CPA) to lead tax advisory and client leadership efforts. The role offers an immediate client transition from a retiring partner and a clear path to partnership, with a base salary of $150,000–$200,000 plus bonus and ownership potential.

The successful candidate will oversee a growing practice, manage a book of business, mentor staff, and develop services for high-net-worth individuals and closely held companies.