Sr. Tax Manager

Ledgent; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonus

Comprehensive benefits

Career growth

Job summary

Ledgent is seeking a Senior Tax Manager to join its public accounting leadership team in North County San Diego. The role focuses on providing strategic tax guidance to owners and high-net-worth individuals, mentoring staff, and shaping firm growth through client relationships and performance-driven initiatives.

The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in federal and California tax laws, especially around pass-through entities, and excels at client-focused collaboration and staff development in

Qualifications

• Active CPA or EA license required.
• 6-8+ years of public accounting tax experience.
• Strong knowledge of federal and California tax regulations.
• Experience with tax planning, projections, estimates, and advisory services.
• Expertise in pass-through entity taxation and PTET planning.
• Prior experience reviewing tax returns and supervising staff.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review complex individual, partnership, S corp, C corp, trust, and fiduciary tax returns.
• Meet with clients to identify tax planning opportunities and provide guidance.
• Lead tax strategy discussions and develop client solutions.
• Prepare tax estimates, projections, and multi-year planning analyses.
• Advise on pass-through taxation and PTET planning.
• Review staff work and provide coaching and technical guidance.
• Research and resolve complex federal/state tax matters.
• Manage client relationships with high service quality.

Skills

CPA or EA

Public tax exp

Tax planning

Pass-through taxation

PTET planning

Staff mentoring

Communication skills

Education

CPA license

Tools

Tax software platforms

Job description

Location: North County San Diego, CA
Compensation: $150,000 - $160,000 annually
Job Type: Full-Time
Work Setting: In-Person

Senior Tax Manager

Are you a tax professional who enjoys building long-term client relationships, developing tax strategies, and mentoring team members? Our client, a well-established and growing public accounting firm, is seeking an experienced Senior Tax Manager to join its leadership team.

This position offers the opportunity to work closely with business owners and high-net-worth individuals, provide strategic tax guidance, and play a key role in the development of staff and firm growth initiatives. The ideal candidate is a technically strong tax professional who thrives in a collaborative, client-focused environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review complex individual, partnership, S corporation, C corporation, trust, and fiduciary tax returns
• Meet with clients throughout the year to identify tax planning opportunities and provide proactive tax guidance
• Lead tax strategy discussions and develop solutions that help clients achieve their financial objectives
• Prepare tax estimates, projections, and multi-year planning analyses
• Advise clients on pass-through entity taxation, including S corporations, partnerships, and PTET planning
• Review tax returns prepared by staff and provide coaching, mentorship, and technical guidance
• Research and resolve complex federal and state tax matters
• Manage client relationships while ensuring exceptional service and timely project completion
• Utilize tax preparation and workflow management software to oversee engagement processes and client communications
• Support the enhancement of firm processes, procedures, and operational best practices
• Collaborate with leadership to drive client success and support continued firm growth

Qualifications

• Active CPA or Enrolled Agent (EA) license required
• 6-8+ years of public accounting tax experience
• Strong knowledge of federal and California tax regulations
• Experience with tax planning, projections, estimates, and advisory services
• Expertise in pass-through entity taxation and PTET planning
• Prior experience reviewing tax returns and supervising staff
• Experience with professional tax and workflow software platforms preferred
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary of $150,000-$160,000
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off, sick time, and paid holidays
• Continuing education and professional development support
• Collaborative and employee-focused culture
• Long-term growth and leadership opportunities

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.