Tax Manager

SVA Certified Public Accountants, S.C.; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

profit sharing

Lifestyle Spending Account

health plan options

summer Fridays off

Job summary

SVA is seeking a Tax Manager in Madison, WI to lead tax engagements and mentor a talented team. You’ll deliver strategic guidance, build strong client relationships, and drive value with a consultative approach.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree with CPA or EA certification and 5+ years of public accounting tax experience. Standard hours are 8–5, with busy season expectations and a commitment to flexible, supportive growth within the firm.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; CPA or EA certification preferred.
• 5+ years of public accounting tax experience.
• Ability to lead complex tax engagements and mentor staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor tax team on client engagements.
• Manage complex tax engagements with strategic guidance.
• Build and maintain client relationships with a consultative approach.

Skills

Consultative mindset

Mentor a team

Client relationship management

Tax planning

Public accounting experience

Education

Bachelor's degree

CPA or EA certification

Job description

At SVA, we’re more than just a firm; we’re a community dedicated to helping our employees, clients, and the world around us thrive. We’re looking for a high-performing Tax Manager to join our Madison, WI, office. If you’re ready to embrace a consultative role where you’ll lead, inspire, and deliver exceptional value, this is the opportunity for you.

As a Tax Manager, you’ll step into a dynamic, collaborative environment where your expertise and consultative approach will drive tax solutions for clients. You’ll manage complex engagements, lead and mentor a talented team, and build meaningful relationships with clients who rely on your strategic guidance. With a bachelor’s degree, CPA or EA certification, and 5+ years of public accounting tax experience, you’re positioned to make a significant impact on our clients and our firm.

We understand that great work happens when professionals have the tools and flexibility to succeed. The Tax Manager schedule includes standard hours of 8 AM to 5 PM, Monday through Friday, with busy season expectations of 55+ hours per week. To reward your hard work, we offer summer Fridays off, giving you the time to enjoy life outside of work.

SVA provides a benefits package as unique as your career aspirations.

• profit sharing
• a Lifestyle Spending Account
• the ability to select from multiple health plans that fit your lifestyle
• summer Fridays off

In this Tax Manager role, you’ll adopt a consultative mindset, guiding clients through complex tax challenges with precision and care. Your ability to provide strategic, value-added insights will be key in maintaining client satisfaction and loyalty. This is more than a job; it’s an opportunity to elevate your career in a firm that invests in your success.

At SVA, we foster a culture that values continuous learning, professional growth, and flexibility. As a Tax Manager, you’ll be part of a supportive environment where your skills and consultative expertise are valued and rewarded.

Are you ready to take the next step in your career?

Role is based in Wisconsin.

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