Tax Manager

Career Legal; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Training & mentoring

Wellbeing benefits

Volunteer time off

Supportive environment

Job summary

Career Legal in Tampa is seeking a Tax Manager to lead complex tax work for corporate, partnership, S-corp and individual clients. You will manage returns, provide planning, and mentor staff.

The role emphasizes building strong client relationships, finding opportunities to improve tax positions, and delivering practical recommendations. A flexible work arrangement supports your professional growth and wellbeing.

Qualifications

• CPA license required.
• Minimum six years of tax experience in public accounting or industry.
• Experience reviewing complex business and individual tax returns.
• Strong client service and communication skills.
• Interest in coaching colleagues and contributing to a collaborative team.
• Master’s degree in taxation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage and review complex tax returns for corporations, partnerships, S corporations and individuals.
• Provide year-round tax planning, consulting and advisory support.
• Build strong client relationships and identify opportunities to improve their tax positions.
• Research complex tax issues and communicate practical recommendations.
• Lead and mentor associates, supporting development.
• Collaborate with firm leadership on growth initiatives.

Skills

Client service

Communication

Relationship management

Leadership

Education

CPA license

Master's degree in taxation (preferred)

Job description

Estimated base salary: $120,000–$150,000

An established CPA firm is seeking a Tax Manager to join its Tampa office. This is an opportunity to manage varied client relationships, provide proactive tax advice and develop a team, with flexible working arrangements and support for your professional growth.

The role

• Manage and review complex tax returns for corporations, partnerships, S corporations and individuals.
• Provide year-round tax planning, consulting and advisory support.
• Build strong client relationships and identify opportunities to improve their tax positions.
• Research complex tax issues and communicate clear, practical recommendations.
• Lead and mentor associates, supporting their technical and professional development.
• Work with firm leadership on practice development and client growth.

What you’ll bring

• A current CPA license.
• At least six years of relevant tax experience in public accounting or industry.
• Experience reviewing complex business and individual tax returns.
• Strong client service, communication and relationship management skills.
• An interest in coaching colleagues and contributing to a collaborative team.
• A commitment to professional development and integrity.
• A master’s degree in taxation is a plus.

What’s on offer

• Flexible working arrangements.
• Ongoing training, mentoring and career development.
• Benefits supporting physical and mental wellbeing.
• Paid time off for volunteering and diversity-related activities.
• A supportive environment where your contribution is recognised.