Tax Manager

Distinct | North America; Fort Worth (TX); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Distinct | North America in Fort Worth, TX is seeking a Tax Manager to own client work, review returns, and mentor junior staff in a hybrid work setting.

You should have 5+ years of public accounting tax experience, with CPA or EA preferred, and familiarity with tax software such as CCH Axcess, Lacerte, or UltraTax. This role emphasizes client relationship ownership and professional leadership.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of tax experience in a CPA or public accounting firm.
• Ability to work independently at Manager level and mentor junior staff.
• CPA or EA preferred.
• Experience with tax software CCH Axcess, Lacerte, or UltraTax is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Own client work and review tax returns for accuracy and quality.
• Support junior staff and help develop less experienced team members.
• Engage with clients and manage engagements from start to finish.

Skills

Client communication

People management

Independent worker

Education

CPA or EA certification

Tools

CCH Axcess

Lacerte

UltraTax

Job description

Tax Manager | Fort Worth, TX | $125,000 to $150,000 | Hybrid

There's a myth in this industry that Manager level responsibility and a burned out Manager are basically the same thing, one just comes with better pay. They're not actually a package deal. Somebody just decided to sell them that way.

If you're at, or pushing toward, Manager level, you've probably got a fairly clear list of what your next firm needs to get right, and what you're not willing to repeat, especially after another September 15th that felt a lot like the last one.

An independent CPA firm in Fort Worth, TX is adding a Tax Manager to the team, someone with at least 5 years of public accounting tax experience who's comfortable owning client work, reviewing returns, supporting junior staff, and being someone people genuinely rely on.

Why this one's different

The appeal is getting that level of responsibility without automatically signing up for the lifestyle that usually comes bundled with it. Busy season is still busy, there's no way around that, but the firm keeps workloads around 50 to 55 hours a week at peak. Hybrid flexibility is part of it too, giving you more control over your week while staying properly connected to the team.

What they're looking for

• At least 5 years of tax experience in a CPA or public accounting firm, ideally including return review and client management
• Someone who can work independently at Manager level, juggle priorities, talk confidently with clients, and help bring along less experienced staff
• CPA or EA preferred
• Experience with CCH Axcess, Lacerte, or UltraTax is a plus, though other software will still be considered

Why it's worth considering

At this point in your career, a move should improve more than just the number on your paycheck. You want the responsibility and earning potential that comes with being a Tax Manager, just with realistic expectations about how much of your life it eats up.

This role offers:

• $125,000 to $150,000
• Busy season generally capped around 50 to 55 hours a week
• Real ownership of client relationships and engagements
• The chance to mentor and develop junior staff
• A more sustainable way to keep progressing in public accounting

If you like the work and want to keep moving forward, but would rather do it somewhere with saner hours and less of a corporate feel, this is worth a look.