Tax Manager

Altitude Search Group; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional accounting firm is looking for a Tax Manager in California. The successful candidate will lead tax engagements, review returns, and manage client relationships. With a focus on mentoring and developing junior staff, the position requires CPA certification and extensive public accounting experience. Competitive salary and growth opportunities are part of the offer.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of experience in a supervisory role.
• Coaching and evaluating team performance.
• 5–7+ years of experience in public accounting with a focus on tax.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing tax returns for clients.
• Conducting complex tax research.
• Advising on financial and tax planning.

Skills

Tax return review

Tax research

Client advisory

Budget management

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Active CPA license

Tools

CCH Axcess

SurePrep

BNA Tax Planner

QuickBooks Online

Job description

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About the job

Tax Manager

Location: California

We’re a well-established and fast-growing regional accounting firm with a collaborative, people-first culture. Headquartered in Southern California, our firm supports businesses, local governments, and nonprofits with trusted guidance, proactive solutions, and long-term partnerships. We believe in giving our team members room to lead, grow, and shape their careers while making a real impact.

Your Impact

As a Tax Manager, you’ll work with a diverse portfolio of clients and lead various aspects of tax engagements. Responsibilities include:

• Reviewing tax returns for individuals, businesses, trusts, and estates
• Conducting and reviewing complex tax research
• Responding to IRS and state notices
• Advising clients on strategic financial and tax planning matters
• Managing multiple engagements, budgets, and client expectations
• Supporting business development efforts by meeting with prospects and preparing proposals
• Driving process improvements and identifying opportunities to expand client services
• Participating in industry events, client workshops, and educational sessions
• Creating thought leadership content such as tax update articles or blog posts
• Mentoring and developing junior team members
• Supporting firm recruiting initiatives and candidate engagement

What You Bring

• Minimum two years of experience in a supervisory role
• Coaching and evaluating team performance
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (Master’s preferred)
• Active CPA license (must be in good standing)
• 5–7+ years of experience in public accounting with a focus on tax
• Experience with CCH Axcess, SurePrep, BNA Tax Planner, and QuickBooks Online required
• Familiarity with Practice CS and Power BI is a plus

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Staffing and Recruiting

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