Tax Manager: Strategy, Mentoring & Client Leadership

Ljbcpa; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with firm match

Flexible time off

CPE support / continuing education

Supportive, team-oriented office

Job summary

LJB CPA in Dallas is seeking an experienced Tax Manager to lead engagements from planning through completion, mentor staff, and manage client relationships in-office. This role emphasizes delivering strategic tax planning, supervising staff, overseeing billing, and contributing to profitability while maintaining client service excellence in a collaborative, team-oriented office culture.

We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k)

Qualifications

• CPA license required (or actively pursuing CPA with relevant experience).
• 5+ years of progressive tax experience in public accounting.
• Proven experience mentoring, training, or supervising staff.
• Experience with client billing, engagement budgets, and realization management.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state tax regulations.
• Excellent communication and client relationship skills.
• Proficiency with tax software (Lacerte, CCH Axcess, Holistiplan).
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Manage and review individual, business, and/or fiduciary tax returns for accuracy and compliance.
• Develop and implement tax planning strategies for clients.
• Mentor, train, and supervise staff accountants and senior associates, providing feedback and supporting their professional growth.
• Manage client relationships, serving as a primary point of contact for assigned accounts.
• Prepare and manage client billing, including monitoring engagement budgets, realization, and timely invoicing.
• Communicate with clients regarding tax notices, deadlines, and planning opportunities.
• Stay current on federal, state, and local tax law changes.
• Collaborate with partners and other managers on firm initiatives and workflow management.

Skills

Tax planning

Client relationships

Mentoring staff

Billing & budgeting

Communication

Education

CPA license or actively pursuing

Tools

Lacerte

CCH Axcess

Holistiplan

Job description

Description

About Us

Debits still go on the left, but at LJB CPA, we believe accounting is about more than numbers. It's about enhancing the lives of our clients, team members, and by extension, the people who matter most to them. We provide tax, accounting, advisory, and consulting services that help our clients make confident decisions, navigate challenges, seize opportunities, and build stronger businesses.

We're experiencing an exciting season of growth and are looking for people who are eager to learn, collaborate, and make a difference. We believe great client service starts with great people, and we're committed to creating opportunities for professional development, meaningful work, and long-term success.

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Tax Manager to join our team. This role oversees tax engagements from planning through completion, mentors staff accountants, manages client relationships, and contributes to the firm's billing and profitability goals. This is an in-office position based in our Dallas office.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and review individual, business, and/or fiduciary tax returns for accuracy and compliance
• Develop and implement tax planning strategies for clients
• Mentor, train, and supervise staff accountants and senior associates, providing feedback and supporting their professional growth
• Manage client relationships, serving as a primary point of contact for assigned accounts
• Prepare and manage client billing, including monitoring engagement budgets, realization, and timely invoicing
• Communicate with clients regarding tax notices, deadlines, and planning opportunities
• Stay current on federal, state, and local tax law changes
• Collaborate with partners and other managers on firm initiatives and workflow management

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Work-life balance, including reasonable hours especially outside of peak tax season
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with firm match
• Flexible time off
• CPE support / continuing education reimbursement
• Supportive, team-oriented office culture

LJB CPA is an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

• CPA license required (or actively pursuing CPA with relevant experience)
• 5+ years of progressive tax experience in public accounting
• Proven experience mentoring, training, or supervising staff
• Experience with client billing, engagement budgets, and realization management
• Strong knowledge of federal and state tax regulations
• Excellent communication and client relationship skills
• Proficiency with tax preparation, tax planning, and research software (e.g., Lacerte, CCH Axcess, Holistiplan)
• Must be authorized to work in the United States (we are unable to sponsor work visas for this position)