Tax Manager

Openwork; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Openwork is seeking a Tax Manager in Houston, TX to lead strategic tax planning, drive process improvements, and partner with executive leadership.

The role requires 5+ years of tax experience, hands-on federal tax return work, and multi-state compliance, with proficiency in Excel and tax software like Sage, Lacerte, or ProSeries. Office-based, Monday–Friday, with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional tax experience (tax manager or public accounting preferred).
• Hands-on experience preparing and reviewing federal corporate income tax returns.
• Proven experience with multi-state income tax compliance.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel; familiarity with Sage, Lacerte, or ProSeries.

Responsibilities

• Direct the preparation and review of federal tax returns and filings.
• Ensure timely filing of consolidated federal, state, and local income tax returns.
• Develop and implement strategic tax planning and return calendars.
• Identify and implement process improvements in tax procedures and controls.
• Support IRS audits and respond with schedules and documentation.
• Monitor tax law developments and advise management on implications.

Skills

Federal tax returns

Multi-state tax

Tax planning

Excel

IRS audits

Stakeholder comms

Tools

Sage

Lacerte

ProSeries

Job description

TAX MANAGEROpenwork is currently engaged in a search to find a skilled Tax Manager in Houston, TX. In this dynamic and high-impact role, you will be responsible for leading strategic tax planning, driving process improvements, and serving as a direct partner to executive leadership. Apply today if you meet the qualifications listed below.In a Tax Manager job you’ll be responsible for:Managing the preparation and review of company federal tax returns and ensuring accurate, timely filing under the direction of leadership.Ensuring the accurate, timely filing of consolidated federal, state, and local income tax returns and direct business filings.Developing and implementing strategic tax planning and return calendars across all necessary federal and state taxes.Identifying and implementing opportunities for process improvement in company tax procedures and maintaining effective control systems.Managing and facilitating IRS income tax audits, including preparing responses and schedules.Monitoring tax law developments, communicating their effects to management, and creating strategies to capitalize on regulatory changes.What you’ll need:5+ years of professional tax experience (experience in a tax manager or public accountant role preferred).Hands-on experience preparing and reviewing federal corporate income tax returns.Proven experience with multi-state income tax compliance.Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel, and familiarity with Sage, Lacerte, or ProSeries.Details:$125,000 - $150,000 per yearMonday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (In-Office)Direct-hire (long-term) opportunityHealthcare, vision and dental benefitsClick on Apply Now to be considered for this Tax Manager job in Pasadena, TX, or visit our website www.openwork.com to search for other opportunities that are currently available. Contact LUCY at [e-mail] for more information.About Openwork:Openwork is a talent-first staffing company on a mission to bring ease and thoughtfulness to an industry we’ve held a footing in for 50+ years. We believe there’s more to life than livelihood, but that finding your dream career or team is a really good place to start. Our family of companies also includes Openwork Health, and Aerospace Solutions. Looking for your dream job or hire? Visit us at www.openwork.com to say hello and start building your future, together. EOE#OPWTXDH