Tax Manager

Jobot; Portland (OR); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and retirement benefits

Paid time off

Hybrid work schedule

Job summary

Jobot is a growing public accounting firm headquartered in Portland, Oregon. We are seeking a Tax Manager to lead and coordinate tax engagements from planning through completion, delivering high-quality work and exceptional client service.

You will work with partners, seniors, and associates to review federal and state returns for individuals, partnerships, corporations, trusts; mentor staff; and stay current on tax law. This hybrid role offers collaboration and growth.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of current or recent public accounting tax experience.
• Active CPA license required.
• Strong working knowledge of the Internal Revenue Code and Treasury Regulations.
• Demonstrated tax research experience.
• Experience with tax and engagement software (CCH Axcess Tax, CaseWare Engagement, GoFileRoom).
• Ability to manage multiple engagements and deadlines effectively.

Responsibilities

• Leading, coordinating tax engagements from planning through completion.
• Managing workflow and communicating status to partners.
• Reviewing federal and state income tax returns for individuals, partnerships, corporations, trusts.
• Mentoring Tax Senior and Associate staff; facilitating internal training.

Skills

Tax knowledge

Mentoring

Client service

Time management

Education

CPA license

Tools

CCH Axcess Tax

CaseWare Engagement

GoFileRoom

Job description

Job Details

Salary: $110,000 - $135,000 per year

This jobot job is hosted by: Emily Bohanon

A bit about us

Founded in the late 1980s, we are a mid-sized public accounting firm serving businesses, individuals, and governmental entities across the Pacific Northwest. Our practice focuses on assurance and tax services, with a strong emphasis on long-term client relationships, professional development, and community involvement. Our headquarters is located in Portland, Oregon.

Why join us

Are you looking for a role where you can:

• Collaborate closely with a supportive, high-caliber team
• Learn continuously from experienced leaders
• Deliver thoughtful, high-quality work that clients truly value
• Balance professional responsibilities with life outside of work
• Build meaningful relationships with colleagues and clients alike

If so, this may be the right next step.

We are a growing public accounting firm where accountability is paired with flexibility, and where professionals take pride in their work, their teams, and the impact they make for clients. Whether supporting assurance engagements, preparing complex tax returns, or advising clients through challenges, our people share a commitment to excellence and collaboration.

Why This Firm

• Approximately 60 professionals with a collaborative, open-door environment
• Average employee tenure of 7 years, reflecting strong retention and career satisfaction
• Hybrid work schedule: 3 days in-office, 2 days remote
• No merger plans - stable leadership and long-term vision
• Emphasis on flexibility, continuous learning, and professional engagement
• Supportive culture where questions are encouraged and development is ongoing

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Health and retirement benefits
• Paid time off
• Minimal travel requirements
• Free parking
• Team events, firm-sponsored meals during busy seasons, and community involvement opportunities
• A collaborative, people-first culture (and yes - snacks are part of it)

Job Details

As a Tax Manager, you will lead and coordinate tax engagements from planning through completion, ensuring high-quality deliverables and exceptional client service. You’ll work closely with partners, seniors, and associates to manage workflow, resolve technical issues, and identify opportunities to better serve clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing and reviewing federal and state income tax returns for:
  • Individuals
  • Partnerships and other pass-through entities
  • Corporations
  • Trusts and estates
• Reviewing property tax returns and other non-income tax filings
• Preparing and reviewing tax projections and consultative deliverables
• Communicating engagement status, risks, and solutions to partners
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships by understanding clients’ businesses and industries
• Staying current on tax law changes and applying them thoughtfully to client situations
• Leading, mentoring, and developing Tax Senior and Associates
• Facilitating and participating in internal training and knowledge sharing

Qualifications

• 6+ years of current or recent public accounting tax experience
• Active CPA license required
• Strong working knowledge of the Internal Revenue Code and Treasury Regulations
• Demonstrated tax research experience
• Experience with tax and engagement software preferred (including CCH Axcess Tax, CaseWare Engagement, and GoFileRoom)
• Ability to manage multiple engagements and deadlines effectively

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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