Tax Senior Manager

MGO (Macias Gini & O'Connell LLP); San Rafael (CA); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Flexible hybrid work model

Progressive time-off policy

Inclusive culture with growth opportunities

Job summary

MGO (Macias Gini & O'Connell LLP) is looking for an experienced Tax Senior Manager in San Rafael, CA. This role involves preparing tax returns, advising clients, and leading teams in a hybrid work environment.

Ideal candidates will have extensive experience with high-net-worth individuals and corporations, a CPA certification, and strong leadership skills. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $150,000 to $180,000 plus bonuses.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of tax accounting experience in a public accounting environment.
• Proven experience supervising and developing staff.
• Ability to manage multiple engagements.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review federal and state tax returns.
• Provide strategic tax planning and advisory services.
• Lead, mentor, and develop engagement teams.
• Manage multiple engagements with project management.

Skills

Tax accounting experience

Supervisory skills

Strong technical knowledge

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

CPA

Master of Tax (preferred)

Job description

Overview

USA: San Rafael, CA | Hybrid

At MGO, human care comes first. When our people thrive, they deliver exceptional outcomes for clients who are shaping culture across cannabis, sports and entertainment, technology, and government. As a Top CPA and advisory firm with 600+ professionals globally, MGO is proud to be recognized as a “Best Place to Work” and an industry leader.

The Opportunity

MGO is seeking an experienced Tax Senior Manager with a strong background in high-net-worth (HNW) individuals, corporations and partnerships to join our growing tax practice. This role serves as a trusted advisor to clients and a leader to engagement teams, managing complex tax matters while delivering exceptional client service.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review federal and state corporate, partnership, and HNW individual tax returns
• Provide strategic tax planning and advisory services, including income deferral, investment, and estate planning
• Serve as primary client contact for complex tax matters and representation before tax authorities
• Lead, mentor, and develop engagement teams; review workpapers and ensure technical quality standards
• Manage multiple engagements, including project management, billing, and client communications
• Research complex tax issues and communicate clear, actionable recommendations
• Support growth efforts through client development and expansion of services

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field; Master of Tax preferred
• CPA required (MBA, JD, or LLM may substitute)
• 7+ years of tax accounting experience in a public accounting environment
• Proven experience supervising and developing staff
• Strong technical knowledge, communication skills, and ability to manage multiple engagements

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation: $150,000–$180,000 + Bonus programs
• Flexible hybrid work model and progressive time-off policy
• Inclusive, people-first culture with significant growth opportunities