Tax Manager

Talento Recruitment Group; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development focus

Collaborative culture

Diverse client exposure

Mentorship programs

Job summary

A respected public accounting firm is seeking an experienced Tax Manager in San Jose, CA. In this hybrid role, you will lead tax engagements, manage client relationships, and mentor a team. Ideal candidates have over 5 years of public accounting experience, a Bachelor's in Accounting, and an active CPA license. The position emphasizes career growth, diverse client exposure, and a supportive culture focused on work-life balance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive public accounting experience with increasing tax complexity.
• Strong hands-on experience preparing individual, partnership, and corporate returns.
• At least 2 years of supervising and developing tax professionals.
• Active CPA license.

Responsibilities

• Lead on complex tax engagements while guiding and developing your team.
• Review and approve tax returns across all levels of complexity.
• Manage high-value client relationships and serve as their trusted tax advisor.
• Lead tax planning sessions and collaborate with audit and advisory teams.
• Mentor and coach staff accountants.
• Represent clients before tax authorities when needed.

Skills

Public accounting experience

Tax return preparation

Client relationship management

Leadership and mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Master's in Taxation

Tools

Tax software

Job description

Tax Manager

San Jose, CA | Hybrid

Are you a seasoned tax professional looking for a role that values your expertise while offering flexibility and career advancement? Our client, a well-respected public accounting firm with decades of success, is seeking a Tax Manager to join their collaborative team. This is an opportunity to work with diverse clients, lead meaningful projects, and grow your career in an environment that prioritizes professional development and work-life balance.

What Makes This Opportunity Stand Out

• Career development focus – Access to structured mentorship programs, leadership training, and continuous learning opportunities
• Collaborative culture – Work alongside experienced professionals who value knowledge-sharing and teamwork
• Diverse client exposure – Engage with a wide range of industries and tax complexities that will expand your skill set
• Leadership opportunity – Take ownership of client relationships and mentor growing professionals

What You'll Do

As a Tax Manager, you'll take the lead on complex tax engagements while guiding and developing your team. Your day-to-day will include:

• Reviewing and approving tax returns across all levels of complexity, making judgment calls on technical matters
• Managing high-value client relationships and serving as their trusted tax advisor
• Leading tax planning sessions and collaborating with audit and advisory teams on strategic initiatives
• Mentoring and coaching staff accountants through seniors, helping them develop technical and client service skills
• Representing clients before tax authorities when needed and overseeing the resolution of tax examinations
• Contributing to process improvements and staying current on tax law changes that impact clients
• Participating in business development through networking and community involvement

What You Bring

• 5+ years of progressive public accounting experience with increasing tax complexity
• Strong hands‑on experience preparing individual, partnership, and corporate returns
• At least 2 years of supervising and developing tax professionals
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting (Master's in Taxation is a plus)
• Active CPA license
• Comfortable working remotely with monthly in-person collaboration, unless you prefer working more onsite, which is possible

Why This Role

This role offers youa chance to shape your career trajectory while maintaining the flexibility you value. You'll have the autonomy to manage complex work, the support to develop as a leader, and the balance to thrive both professionally and personally.