Tax Strategy Manager — Advisory & Planning (Hybrid)

Distinct | North America; Grapevine (TX); Hybrid; USD 96,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Distinct | North America in Grapevine, TX is seeking a Tax Manager to blend compliance with advisory planning for privately held businesses in a hybrid role. You will manage federal and state tax work, lead client relationships, and spot planning opportunities to move beyond routine reviews.

The role offers direct interaction with firm leadership on complex matters, mentoring junior staff, and delivering practical tax guidance year-round. CPA or EA is required.

Qualifications

• CPA or EA required.
• Solid public accounting tax background.
• Desire to move from pure compliance to advisory planning.

Responsibilities

• Managing and reviewing federal and state tax work across a varied client portfolio.
• Leading client relationships and providing practical tax advice year round.
• Spotting planning opportunities and contributing to consulting engagements.
• Breaking down complex tax issues so business owners can make informed decisions.
• Working closely with firm leadership on complex technical matters and broader client strategy.
• Reviewing junior team members' work and helping build their technical confidence.

Skills

Tax management

Client relationships

Advisory planning

Tax reviews

Leadership

Education

CPA or EA

Job description

Distinct | North America in Grapevine, TX is seeking a Tax Manager to blend compliance with advisory planning for privately held businesses in a hybrid role. You will manage federal and state tax work, lead client relationships, and spot planning opportunities to move beyond routine reviews.

The role offers direct interaction with firm leadership on complex matters, mentoring junior staff, and delivering practical tax guidance year-round. CPA or EA is required.