Tax Manager

The Salters Group; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule

Work-life balance

Job summary

The Salters Group in Dallas is seeking a Tax Manager to lead tax compliance and planning for diverse entities, while balancing a hybrid schedule with two days in-office. You will mentor staff, manage client relationships, and drive strategic tax initiatives for high-net-worth individuals and businesses.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years of public accounting tax experience, CPA or EA, and strong technical tax knowledge. CPA/EA strongly preferred; Master's in Tax is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required.
• 5+ years of public accounting tax experience.
• CPA or EA strongly preferred.
• Master's in Tax preferred; CPA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage tax compliance and planning engagements for individuals, partnerships, S corporations, C corporations, trusts, and privately held businesses.
• Review complex federal and state tax returns.
• Serve as a primary client contact and trusted advisor.
• Identify tax planning strategies and opportunities for closely held businesses and high-net-worth individuals.
• Manage engagement deadlines, budgets, deliverables, and client expectations.
• Supervise, coach, and mentor Tax Seniors, Supervisors, and Associates.
• Review workpapers and supporting documentation for accuracy and completeness.
• Research tax issues and communicate findings clearly to clients and internal teams.
• Work closely with partners on client strategy, advisory work, and firm growth.

Skills

Tax knowledge

Client communication

Project management

Team leadership

Deadline management

Integrity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA certification

EA certification

Master's in Tax (preferred)

Tools

UltraTax

CCH

RIA Checkpoint

QuickBooks

Excel

Word

Practice management software

Job description

Are you a talented Tax Manager looking for a better opportunity in Dallas? Do you want to join a forward-thinking public accounting firm that offers flexibility, strong career growth, and a leadership team that actually values work-life balance?

Hybrid Schedule - 2 Days in Office

This is a hybrid opportunity based in Dallas, with 2 days per week in the office and the rest remote. You'll get the collaboration and culture of an in-person team without giving up the flexibility professionals need today.

Trusted Autonomy:

The firm believes in hiring strong professionals and trusting them to do great work. You'll have the freedom to manage your client relationships, workflow, and team while receiving support from experienced leadership.

Balanced Workload:

Busy season should not mean burnout. This firm is focused on maintaining sustainable workloads, efficient processes, and a supportive team environment.

Clear Path for Advancement:

This is a strong opportunity for a Tax Manager who wants to continue growing into Senior Manager, Director, or Partner over time.

Responsibilities

• Manage tax compliance and planning engagements for individuals, partnerships, S corporations, C corporations, trusts, and privately held businesses.
• Review complex federal and state tax returns.
• Serve as a primary client contact and trusted advisor.
• Identify tax planning strategies and opportunities for closely held businesses and high-net-worth individuals.
• Manage engagement deadlines, budgets, deliverables, and client expectations.
• Supervise, coach, and mentor Tax Seniors, Supervisors, and Associates.
• Review workpapers and supporting documentation for accuracy and completeness.
• Research tax issues and communicate findings clearly to clients and internal teams.
• Work closely with partners on client strategy, advisory work, and firm growth.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required.
• 5+ years of public accounting tax experience.
• Prior experience reviewing tax returns and managing client engagements.
• CPA or EA strongly preferred.

Skills and Abilities

• Strong technical tax knowledge across individuals and business entities.
• Excellent client communication and relationship management skills.
• Strong project management and organizational ability.
• Ability to lead teams and mentor junior professionals.
• Comfortable managing multiple engagements in a deadline-driven environment.
• High integrity, reliability, and attention to detail.

Preferred Credentials

• Master's in Tax preferred.
• CPA preferred.
• Experience with UltraTax, CCH, RIA Checkpoint, QuickBooks, Excel, Word, and practice management software preferred.