Tax Manager

Jobot; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an experienced Tax Manager to join our growing accounting team in Sacramento, CA. You will oversee complex tax engagements, provide strategic guidance to clients, and mentor junior staff.

The role emphasizes staying current with tax laws, building client relationships, and contributing to practice development while delivering high-quality service.

Qualifications

• CPA license required
• 6+ years of progressive public accounting experience with supervisory responsibilities
• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local tax laws
• Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills
• Experience with tax preparation and research software (CCH Axcess, ProSystem fx)

Responsibilities

• Manage and review complex tax returns for individuals, corporations, partnerships, and nonprofit organizations.
• Lead tax planning and consulting engagements to minimize liabilities and help clients achieve goals.
• Supervise, mentor, and train tax staff and seniors.
• Maintain and build strong client relationships through effective communication and exceptional service.
• Stay current with evolving tax laws and regulations, ensuring compliance and identifying opportunities for process improvements.
• Assist with firm-wide initiatives, workflow optimization, and business development efforts.

Skills

CPA license

Public accounting experience

Supervisory/management

Federal/state/local tax knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Tax software proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field

Master’s in Taxation preferred

Tools

CCH Axcess

ProSystem fx

Job description

Tax Manager / Great Place To Work!

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Matt Clay

Salary: $100,000 - $120,000 per year

About us

We are a full-service accounting firm founded in 1984, dedicated to providing national-firm quality insights with the personal attention and agility of a local team. Our professionals serve a diverse range of clients, including nonprofits, private businesses, government entities, individuals, and employee benefit plans, offering comprehensive audit, tax, and advisory services. At our core is a culture of caring — we put our clients, employees, and community first, believing that strong relationships and exceptional service are just as important as the numbers themselves.

Why join us

Joining our team means being part of a collaborative environment that combines the resources and expertise of a large firm with the flexibility and close-knit culture of a smaller one. We prioritize professional growth, mentorship, and career development, ensuring every team member has the opportunity to thrive. Here, your work makes a real impact — you’ll build meaningful relationships, contribute to the success of clients and colleagues, and help shape a firm that values integrity, excellence, and community.

Job Details

Tax Manager

We are seeking an experienced and driven Tax Manager to join our growing team. This role is ideal for a professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about delivering high-quality tax and advisory services to a diverse portfolio of clients. The Tax Manager will oversee complex tax engagements, provide strategic guidance to clients, and play a key role in mentoring and developing junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Manage and review complex tax returns for individuals, corporations, partnerships, and nonprofit organizations.


• Lead tax planning and consulting engagements, providing proactive strategies to help clients minimize tax liabilities and achieve their financial goals.


• Supervise, mentor, and train tax staff and seniors, fostering a culture of learning and collaboration.


• Maintain and build strong client relationships through effective communication and exceptional service.


• Stay current with evolving tax laws and regulations, ensuring compliance and identifying opportunities for process improvements.


• Assist with firm-wide initiatives, workflow optimization, and business development efforts.

Qualifications

• CPA license required.


• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; Master’s in Taxation preferred.


• 6+ years of progressive public accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or management capacity.


• Strong technical knowledge of federal, state, and local tax laws.


• Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills.


• Experience with tax preparation and research software (e.g., CCH Axcess, ProSystem fx, or similar platforms).

Why You’ll Love It Here

You’ll join a firm that values people as much as performance — where your expertise is respected, your ideas are heard, and your career growth is actively supported. We offer flexible work arrangements, ongoing professional development, and a culture built on integrity, teamwork, and community involvement.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.