$100,000–$135,000 Per Year
Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Coaching, Communication Skills, Customer Relations, Federal Tax, Leadership, Mentoring, Multitasking, People Management, Performance Reviews, Process Improvement, Professional Services, Project/Program Management, Public Accounting, Real Estate, Sales Management, State Tax, Tax Accounting, Tax Planning, Tax Returns, Team Player, Technical Leadership, Time Management
Tax Manager
Location: Bellevue, WA (Onsite)
Compensation: $100K-$135K/yr DOE
Position Overview
We are seeking a Tax Manager to join our growing public accounting firm in Bellevue, WA. This individual will play a key leadership role within the tax practice, overseeing client relationships, reviewing complex tax returns, mentoring staff, and managing multiple engagements simultaneously.
The ideal candidate is a CPA with strong technical tax expertise, excellent client management skills, and experience reviewing both individual and passthrough entity returns. This is an excellent opportunity for someone seeking long-term growth with a collaborative and relationship-driven firm.
Key Responsibilities
- Review federal and state tax returns for:
- Individuals (1040)
- Partnerships (1065)
- S Corporations (1120S)
- Manage a large portfolio of client relationships and engagements simultaneously
- Oversee approximately 150–200 tax returns annually across a diverse client base
- Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, providing proactive communication and high-level service
- Review and provide feedback on work prepared by staff and seniors
- Mentor and develop junior team members through coaching and technical guidance
- Manage project timelines, deadlines, and workflow to ensure timely and accurate delivery
- Assist with tax planning, research, and complex tax matters
- Collaborate with firm leadership on process improvements and client strategy
Qualifications
- CPA license required
- 6+ years of public accounting tax experience
- Minimum 2 years of experience reviewing and supervising staff work
- Strong experience with both individual and passthrough entity returns (1040, 1065, and 1120S)
- Experience with closely held businesses (preferred)
- Experience in HNWI tax returns (a plus)
- Experience with trusts and/ or estates (a plus)
- Experience with any of the following client industries: Professional Services, Real Estate, or Auto
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and client relationships simultaneously
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
What We Offer
- 100% coverage on Employee Medical Insurance
- 401(k) with 3% safe harbor profit share
- 5 Weeks PTO
- 4 day work week for 2 summer months
- Busy season 50-55hr/wk
- Collaborative and supportive team environment
- Opportunity for long-term career advancement within the firm