Tax Manager | Path to Partnership + 5% 401K & Bonuses

Key People; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Key People is seeking a Tax Manager to join our well-established regional CPA firm in California. The role offers a balance of work-life with strong benefits, potential bonuses, and a clear path toward Partnership.

You will oversee tax returns, lead client planning, and supervise staff in a collaborative environment. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in public accounting tax, experience representing clients before tax authorities, and at least 1 year of supervisory experience.

Qualifications

• Five+ years of public accounting tax experience with progression in complexity.
• At least two years representing clients before taxing authorities.
• Minimum one year supervising tax preparers.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting; master's in taxation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review and approve all tax returns for clients.
• Participate in tax planning with larger clients.
• Manage client service relationships delegated from partners/managers.
• Delegate and manage government tax examinations; represent clients when needed.
• Overtime may be required, especially during peak season.
• Contribute to practice development through referrals and industry activities.
• Develop staff through training and performance evaluations.

Skills

Tax compliance

Tax research

Client meetings

Staff supervision

Tax planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Master's degree in taxation

Job description

Key People is seeking a Tax Manager to join our well-established regional CPA firm in California. The role offers a balance of work-life with strong benefits, potential bonuses, and a clear path toward Partnership.

You will oversee tax returns, lead client planning, and supervise staff in a collaborative environment. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in public accounting tax, experience representing clients before tax authorities, and at least 1 year of supervisory experience.