Tax Manager

Solid Rock Recruiting LLC; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Employer retirement contribution

PTO and holidays

Professional development

Advancement opportunities

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Solid Rock Recruiting LLC is recruiting a Tax Manager for a well‑established public accounting firm in King County, WA. The role focuses on leading tax engagements, client service, and staff development.

You will prepare and review federal and state returns for individuals and businesses, handle planning and advisory work, and ensure timely project delivery. Requires CPA and 5+ years of public accounting tax experience; hybrid work with two onsite days.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of public accounting tax experience.
• CPA required.
• Bachelor/Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Strong experience with individual and business tax compliance.
• Able to communicate directly and confidently with clients.

Responsibilities

• Lead tax engagements from start to finish.
• Prepare and review federal and state returns for individuals and entities.
• Advise on tax planning and compliance needs.
• Research complex tax issues and propose solutions.
• Review staff work and provide direction as needed.
• Manage deadlines, budgets, and client deliverables.
• Develop client relationships and identify tax savings opportunities.
• Collaborate with firm leadership on complex matters.
• Coach and develop junior tax team members.

Skills

Client communication

Team mentoring

Tax research

Project management

Deadline management

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Accounting/Finance

Job description

Job Description

Role: Tax ManagerLocation: King County, WAWork Type: Hybrid (two days onsite)

A well-established public accounting firm is seeking an experienced Tax Manager to join its team. This is an excellent opportunity for a CPA who enjoys working directly with clients, developing professionals, and solving complex tax issues.

What you do:

• Take the lead on tax engagements and keep projects moving from start to finish
• Prepare and review federal and state returns for individuals and business entities
• Work with clients on tax planning, compliance, and advisory needs
• Dig into complex tax questions and research potential solutions
• Review work prepared by staff and provide direction when adjustments are needed
• Stay ahead of deadlines, budgets, and client deliverables
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients
• Identify tax-saving and planning opportunities throughout the year
• Partner with firm leadership on more complex client matters
• Help coach and develop less-experienced members of the tax team

What you need:

• 5+ years of public accounting tax experience
• CPA Required**
• Bachelor/Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Strong experience with individual and business tax compliance
• Industry Generalist
• Comfortable handling tax planning, research, and advisory work
• Able to communicate directly and confidently with clients
• Organized enough to manage multiple engagements without constant oversight
• Strong technical judgment and attention to detail

What they Offer

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Retirement plan with employer contribution
• Paid time off and holidays
• Professional development and continuing education
• Opportunity for long-term advancement
• Collaborative and established public accounting environment

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.