Tax Manager

Distinct | North America; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career freedom

Flat, supportive culture

Transparent pay

Challenging work

Job summary

A leading accounting firm is seeking a Tax Manager in Austin, TX. This role focuses on reviewing complex high-net-worth individual tax returns and leading a team in a flat, supportive culture. Candidates must have a CPA certification and a minimum of 5 years' experience in Public Accounting. The position offers competitive pay, transparency in bonuses, and a manageable work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in Public Accounting.
• CPA certification required.
• Strong experience in review work and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Review high-level, complex high-net-worth individual tax returns.
• Lead and guide a team, contributing to process improvements.
• Collaborate with partners to drive growth and efficiency.

Skills

Public Accounting

CPA certification

Team leadership

Complex tax returns review

Job description

Overview

Tax Manager – Austin | $130k–$150k | Hybrid

This role offers base pay in the range of $130,000 to $150,000 per year. The actual pay will be based on skills and experience. Minimum 5 years’ experience in Public Accounting is required, plus CPA certification. This position is not the typical managerial tax role and focuses on review of high-level, complex HNW Individual returns, while guiding a team and shaping the way the firm operates within a flat-hierarchy, open-door culture.

Busy season is manageable, with expected hours around 55–60 per week. Pay is transparent with production-based bonuses.

Responsibilities

• Review high-level, complex high-net-worth individual tax returns.
• Lead and guide a team, contributing to process improvements and shaping firm operations.
• Collaborate with partners in a flat-hierarchy, open-door culture to drive growth and efficiency.
• Maintain work-life balance while delivering quality client service during busy periods.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in Public Accounting.
• CPA certification required.
• Strong experience in review work and leadership with ambition to grow into leadership roles.

Why this job

• Career freedom: Define your own path and take ownership of your role.
• Flat, supportive culture: Partners are accessible, know your name, and listen.
• Reward for impact: Transparent pay and bonuses based on production.
• Challenging work: Focus on complex review work that actually matters.

Employment details

• Employment type: Full-time
• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Job function: Accounting/Auditing
• Industry: Accounting

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