Tax Manager/Partner

The Agency Recruiting; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Tax Manager in Fort Worth, Texas. You will manage complex tax engagements and mentor a team while delivering high-quality tax planning and advisory services. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of public accounting experience and a CPA license, demonstrating strong leadership and technical knowledge in taxation.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive public accounting tax experience.
• Experience in a reviewer role.
• Strong technical knowledge of federal and state taxation.

Responsibilities

• Manage and review complex tax engagements.
• Serve as primary point of contact for assigned clients.
• Lead, develop, and mentor staff and senior accountants.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Tax Planning

Technical Tax Knowledge

Client Relationship Management

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting or Tax

CPA license

Tools

Tax preparation software

Research software

Job description

Tax Manager

Overview

Our client is seeking an experienced Tax Manager to lead complex engagements, deliver high-quality client service, and support the growth of our tax practice. This role is ideal for a motivated professional who enjoys mentoring staff, developing strong client relationships, and solving challenging tax issues across a diverse client base.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and review complex tax engagements, including individual, corporate, partnership, and trust returns
• Serve as primary point of contact for assigned clients, providing proactive tax planning and advisory guidance
• Lead, develop, and mentor staff and senior accountants through coaching, technical guidance, and performance feedback
• Conduct technical research on complex tax matters and provide clear, actionable recommendations
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations while maintaining firm quality standards
• Oversee project timelines, budgets, and workflow to ensure successful and timely delivery of services
• Build and strengthen client relationships, identifying opportunities for expanded services
• Participate in business development activities, proposal efforts, and networking initiatives as needed
• Stay current with changes in tax law and contribute to internal knowledge sharing

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Tax, or related field
• CPA license required
• 5+ years of progressive public accounting tax experience, including experience in a reviewer role
• Strong technical knowledge of federal and state taxation
• Excellent communication skills — able to simplify complex concepts for clients and staff
• Demonstrated leadership skills and experience managing engagement teams
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency with tax preparation and research software

What Success Looks Like

• High-quality work reviewed with minimal adjustments
• Strong internal and client relationships built on trust and responsiveness
• Staff development through effective mentoring and training
• Consistent identification of process improvements and growth opportunities