Tax Senior Manager

Symbiotic Services; Texas; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Open PTO

CPE support

Job summary

Symbiotic Services, recruiting on behalf of a confidential client in Dallas, TX, seeks a Tax Senior Manager to oversee complex tax engagements, manage client relationships, mentor staff, and drive growth. The role emphasizes deep tax expertise, project management, and strategic planning for a diverse client base.

The position requires a CPA in Texas or Enrolled Agent designation, 7+ years in public accounting tax, and strong leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required; Master’s in Taxation preferred.
• Active CPA license in Texas or Enrolled Agent designation is required or preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee complex federal and state tax returns for various entities (C-Corp, S-Corp, Partnerships, Trusts).
• Manage client relationships and identify cross-service opportunities.
• Mentor staff, supervise engagements, and manage budgets and billing.
• Provide strategic tax planning and compliance leadership for a diverse client base.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Tax research

Technical writing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Master’s in Taxation preferred

Tools

CCH Axcess

Job description

Dallas, United States | Posted on 03/09/2026

Tax Senior Manager
Location: Dallas, Texas
Employer: Symbiotic Services (on behalf of a confidential client)

Symbiotic Services is recruiting a Tax Senior Manager for awell-established and respected accounting and advisory firm in Dallas, Texas.This leadership role is responsible for overseeing complex tax engagements,managing client relationships, mentoring staff, and supporting firm growthinitiatives. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical tax expertise,excellent project management skills, and the ability to provide strategic taxplanning and compliance services to a diverse client base.

Key Responsibilities

Tax Compliance & Review

• Prepare, review, and overseecomplex federal and state tax returns, including:
• C-Corporations andS-Corporations
• Partnerships
• Trusts and Estates
• High-net-worth individuals
• Ensure compliance with IRS andstate/local tax regulations
• Research and resolve complex taxissues
• Manage tax provision calculationsand ASC 740 matters
• Develop and implement strategictax planning strategies
• Advise clients on entitystructuring, mergers and acquisitions, and succession planning
• Provide guidance on federal andTexas-specific tax matters
• Identify tax-saving opportunitiesand risk mitigation strategies

Client Relationship Management

• Serve as a primary point ofcontact for key clients
• Build and maintain long-termclient relationships
• Participate in businessdevelopment activities, networking, and proposal preparation
• Identify cross-sellingopportunities across service lines

Leadership & Team Development

• Supervise, mentor, and train taxseniors and staff
• Review workpapers and provideconstructive feedback
• Manage engagement budgets,billing, and realization
• Assist with recruiting andonboarding new team members
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–5:30p.m.
• Additional hours may be requiredduring peak tax seasons

Requirements

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting(Master’s in Taxation preferred)
• Active CPA license in Texas or Enrolled Agent designation

Experience

• 7+ years of progressive publicaccounting tax experience
• Experience managing complexengagements and supervising staff
• Strong knowledge of federal andmulti-state tax laws
• Experience with CCH Axcess
• Advanced tax research andtechnical writing abilities
• Strong leadership and teammanagement skills
• Excellent communication andclient service capabilities
• Strong organizational and projectmanagement skills
• High attention to detail andstrong problem-solving mindset

Preferred Experience

• Industry experience in realestate, oil & gas, healthcare, or professional services
• Familiarity with Texasfranchise tax
• Exposure to international taxconsiderations
• Competitive base salary(commensurate with experience)
• Performance-based bonuses
• 401(k) with employer match
• Open paid time off and paidholidays
• Continuing Professional Education(CPE) support