Tax Manager

Distinct | North America; Tampa (FL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work after onboarding

Direct access to Partners

Clear leadership path

Job summary

Distinct | North America in Tampa is seeking a Tax Manager/Senior ready for the next step to oversee client tax work, including trusts and estates. You will prepare and review returns, mentor junior staff, and collaborate directly with Partners on high-impact matters.

The role offers hybrid work after onboarding, a clear succession path, and opportunities to develop leadership within a growing, tax-only CPA firm.

Qualifications

• Public accounting tax experience required.
• Tax manager-ready candidate with leadership potential.
• Strong communication and mentoring skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review tax returns for clients.
• Support and develop junior staff.
• Increase ownership of client work and interact with Partners.

Skills

Public accounting tax experience

Leadership potential

Education

CPA license

Job description

Two Partners are expected to hand over significant client books within the next five years.

Two more are likely to follow after that.

The leadership team isn't waiting until it's a problem.

They're actively building the next generation of leaders now.

Why this opportunity stands out

• Clear succession opportunity
• Tax only CPA firm
• Hybrid working after onboarding
• Direct access to Partners
• Genuine path toward future leadership

The Firm

A 25 person tax only CPA firm with a stable client base, experienced leadership team, and a reputation for developing people from within.

No audit.

No layers of management.

The Role

You'll work across:

• Trusts and Estates

The client portfolio is approximately:

Responsibilities include:

• Preparing and reviewing tax returns
• Supporting and developing junior staff
• Taking increasing ownership of client work
• Working directly with Partners on key client matters

Who We’re Looking For

• Public accounting tax experience
• Tax Manager or strong Tax Senior ready for the next step
• Someone who sees leadership in their future

The Opportunity

Many firms promise future opportunities.

This firm can point to exactly where they are.

If you've ever wondered whether there will actually be a seat at the table when the time comes, this is a conversation worth having.