Tax Senior Manager

Wertz & Associates; Knoxville (TN); Hybrid; USD 155,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Performance-based bonus opportunities

Comprehensive medical/dental/vision

401(k) and retirement savings

Professional development & leadership

Continuing education support

Flexible work arrangements

Advancement opportunities

Industry-leading specialists & consult

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Wertz & Associates, Knoxville, TN, seeks a Tax Senior Manager to lead complex planning, compliance, and advisory engagements for diverse clients nationwide. You will partner with business owners, executives, and boards while driving growth and high-value tax strategies.

Ideal candidates bring leadership, strong communication, and a client-first mindset, with experience mentoring teams and advancing practice growth in a national firm environment.

Qualifications

• CPA, EA, or comparable professional credential.
• 7+ years of tax experience in public accounting, consulting, or corporate tax leadership.
• Strong tax planning and advisory experience.
• Experience managing complex client engagements.
• Proven leadership and mentoring capabilities.
• Excellent communication and client relationship skills.
• Strategic mindset and strong problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead sophisticated tax planning, compliance, and consulting engagements.
• Advise clients on complex federal, state, and local tax matters.
• Develop proactive planning strategies that support client growth and profitability.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to executives, ownership groups, and key stakeholders.
• Help clients navigate evolving tax regulations and business challenges.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Client relationships

Mentoring

Strategic thinking

Education

CPA / EA credential

Job description

Tax Senior Manager

Strategic Tax Advisory | Client Leadership | Team Development | National Consulting Platform

Compensation: $155,000–$210,000 Base + Performance Bonus + Long-Term Leadership Growth

Location: Knoxville, Tennessee
Schedule: Flexible Hybrid

Our client, a nationally recognized consulting, tax, accounting, audit, and advisory firm, is seeking an experienced Tax Senior Manager to join its corporate headquarters and flagship office in Knoxville.

This is more than a traditional tax management role.

It's an opportunity to work alongside firm leadership while serving as a trusted advisor to healthcare organizations, financial institutions, real estate companies, manufacturers, professional service firms, and closely held businesses throughout the country.

The ideal candidate combines strong technical tax knowledge with leadership ability, business acumen, and a passion for helping clients and team members succeed.

If you're looking for a high-visibility leadership opportunity with sophisticated client exposure, advancement potential, and a collaborative culture, we'd welcome a confidential conversation.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• $155,000–$210,000 base salary
• Performance-based bonus opportunity
• Opportunity to work from the firm's headquarters location
• National platform with regional culture
• Significant leadership responsibilities
• Diverse client portfolio and complex engagements
• Strong client advisory focus
• Direct access to Principals and firm leadership
• Clear path toward Principal-level advancement
• Collaborative, growth-oriented environment

Exceptional candidates with niche industry expertise, significant tax planning experience, leadership capabilities, or business development success may be considered above the posted compensation range.

The Opportunity

As a Tax Senior Manager, you'll oversee complex tax planning, compliance, consulting, and advisory engagements while helping lead and grow one of the firm's core practice areas.

You'll work directly with business owners, healthcare executives, investors, management teams, boards, and ownership groups while helping clients navigate complex tax, regulatory, and business matters.

This role provides significant exposure to:

• Tax Advisory & Consulting
• Federal & Multi-State Tax Planning
• Pass-Through Entity Taxation
• Business Strategy & Growth Planning
• Healthcare Industry Tax Services
• Financial Institution Tax Planning
• Real Estate Tax Advisory
• Team Leadership & Mentorship
• Practice Growth & Business Development

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Tax Advisory

• Lead sophisticated tax planning, compliance, and consulting engagements
• Advise clients on complex federal, state, and local tax matters
• Develop proactive planning strategies that support client growth and profitability
• Serve as a trusted advisor to executives, ownership groups, and key stakeholders
• Help clients navigate evolving tax regulations and business challenges

Client Relationship Management

• Build and maintain long-term client relationships
• Deliver exceptional service and strategic guidance
• Identify opportunities to expand client relationships and advisory services
• Coordinate tax, accounting, advisory, and consulting engagements
• Become a trusted resource for clients throughout the year

Leadership & Team Development

• Manage and mentor tax professionals across multiple levels
• Develop future managers, senior managers, and firm leaders
• Review work product and provide technical guidance
• Support recruiting, retention, and professional development efforts
• Foster a culture focused on excellence, collaboration, and continuous learning

Practice Growth

• Participate in networking and business development activities
• Support proposals, presentations, and client pursuitsDevelop new business opportunities and referral relationships
• Assist with strategic growth initiatives
• Contribute to the continued success and expansion of the practice

Industry Exposure

Professionals in this role work with clients across a wide variety of industries, including:

• Healthcare
• Financial Institutions
• Real Estate
• Manufacturing
• Professional Services
• Nonprofit Organizations
• Closely Held Businesses
• High-Net-Worth Business Owners

Candidates with expertise in one or more of these sectors will find significant opportunities to deepen their specialization and expand their influence.

Qualifications

Required

• CPA, EA, or comparable professional credential
• 7+ years of tax experience in public accounting, consulting, or corporate tax leadership
• Strong tax planning and advisory experience
• Experience managing complex client engagements
• Proven leadership and mentoring capabilities
• Excellent communication and client relationship skills
• Strategic mindset and strong problem-solving abilities

Who Thrives Here?

The ideal candidate:

• Thinks like a business advisor rather than simply a tax professional
• Enjoys building long‑term client relationships
• Has a passion for leadership and mentorship
• Wants meaningful influence within a growing national practice
• Enjoys solving complex business and tax challenges
• Values collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement
• Has aspirations for future Principal or executive leadership opportunities

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) and retirement savings programs
• Professional development and leadership training
• Continuing education support
• Flexible work arrangements
• Advancement opportunities within a nationally recognized organization
• Access to industry-leading specialists and consulting resources
• Collaborative and team-oriented culture

About Our Client

Our client is one of the nation's premier independent advisory, tax, accounting, consulting, and audit firms. With offices across the United States and membership in a leading global advisory network, the firm combines national resources with a highly collaborative and entrepreneurial culture.

The organization is particularly well known for its expertise in healthcare, financial institutions, real estate, manufacturing and professional services. Professionals benefit from working alongside recognized industry experts while gaining exposure to sophisticated client engagements, strategic advisory work, and meaningful career development opportunities.

Unlike many large firms, the culture emphasizes collaboration, accessibility, and professional growth. Team members are given the support, resources, and opportunities needed to build rewarding long‑term careers while delivering exceptional service to clients.

If you're a Tax Senior Manager seeking a leadership-focused opportunity with outstanding client exposure, strong earning potential, and a clear path toward Principal-level advancement, we'd love to speak with you confidentially.