Tax Manager

Connect Search, LLC; Madison (WI); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible/hybrid work environment

Strong benefits package

Job summary

Connect Search, LLC is partnering with a public accounting firm in the Madison, WI area to recruit a Tax Manager. This hands-on role will own a client book, oversee tax compliance and planning, and mentor staff while collaborating with partners to drive growth.

You will manage relationships, review returns, and actively contribute to the firm’s operations and strategy with potential for leadership or ownership for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.
• CPA license required (CPA-eligible candidates actively pursuing licensure will also be considered).
• 5-7+ years of tax experience, including preparing and reviewing both individual and business returns.
• Strong understanding of federal and state tax law.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with professional tax software a plus.
• Prior experience managing or reviewing staff work preferred.

Responsibilities

• Own a book of business, preparing and reviewing returns across individual, business, and entity types.
• Field technical questions on federal and state tax matters, including notices and audit support as they arise.
• Advise clients on structuring decisions and the tax angle of bigger business moves they're considering.
• Build long-term relationships as clients' go-to contact, not just a once-a-year filer.
• Mentor and review work from junior team members, helping build their technical skills.
• Weigh in on firm-level priorities — from workflow improvements to new tools to growth strategy.
• Balance a mix of hands‑on technical work and higher-level client and team leadership.

Skills

Tax expertise

Client relations

Mentoring staff

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA license

Tools

Microsoft Office

Tax software

Job description

Connect Search is partnering with an established public accounting firm in the Madison, WI area that is seeking a Tax Manager to join their growing team.

Job Title: Tax Manager

Location: Madison, WI area

Type: Direct Hire

Schedule: Monday - Friday, flexible hours (in-office at least 3 days/week)

Salary: $100,000-$130,000 (flexible up to $140,000 for the right fit)

Benefits: Yes. Flexible/hybrid work environment, strong benefits package

Summary

Our client, a small and dynamic CPA firm, is looking for a Tax Manager to take ownership of client relationships while playing a key role in tax compliance, planning, and firm operations. This is a newly created, hands-on position ideal for someone who enjoys variety — working directly with clients, reviewing and preparing returns, mentoring staff, and contributing to long‑term firm growth. You'll manage your own client base, collaborate closely with the partner team, and have exposure to all facets of public accounting, with future leadership or ownership potential for the right candidate.

What You'll Do

• Own a book of business, preparing and reviewing returns across individual, business, and entity types
• Field technical questions on federal and state tax matters, including notices and audit support as they arise
• Advise clients on structuring decisions and the tax angle of bigger business moves they're considering
• Build long-term relationships as clients' go-to contact, not just a once-a-year filer
• Mentor and review work from junior team members, helping build their technical skills
• Weigh in on firm-level priorities — from workflow improvements to new tools to growth strategy
• Balance a mix of hands‑on technical work and higher-level client and team leadership

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field
• CPA license required (CPA-eligible candidates actively pursuing licensure will also be considered)
• 5-7+ years of tax experience, including preparing and reviewing both individual and business returns
• Strong understanding of federal and state tax law
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with professional tax software a plus
• Prior experience managing or reviewing staff work preferred