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Senior Tax Manager

Senior Tax Manager

Distinct | North AmericaHouston, TX, United States
4 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Senior Tax Manager – Houston | $170k–$190k + bonus | Hybrid

Base pay range : $170,000.00 / yr - $190,000.00 / yr

Minimum 7 years’ experience in Public Accounting required + CPA.

At this firm? You don’t have to sell.

They’re drowning in referrals. Work just keeps coming in, no rainmaking required. Your focus : lead your team, deliver exceptional work, and grow as a technical leader.

Day-to-day you’ll :

  • Lead and review complex tax engagements for high-net-worth individuals, partnerships, and S‑corps.
  • Mentor and coach senior and junior staff, providing guidance on technical issues and professional development.
  • Manage client communications and ensure timely, accurate deliverables.
  • Contribute to process improvements and workflow enhancements firm‑wide.
  • Balance tax and accounting work to keep your role varied and engaging.

Why this role is worth leaving your current job for :

  • Busy season averages 55 hours; anything over 40 hours is compensated as overtime or extra PTO.
  • Two‑year Partner track with personalized development alongside firm leadership.
  • No business development pressure; clients already love the firm.
  • Hybrid schedule : 3 days in office, 2 remote once fully up to speed.
  • Grow into a Partner‑ready leader, shaping team strategy and high‑level firm initiatives.
  • Take ownership of meaningful projects without the stress of bringing in new clients.
  • Expand your leadership, technical, and advisory skills while maintaining work‑life balance.
  • Culture :

  • Family‑friendly, driven, and collaborative.
  • Leadership knows your name, your goals, and how to help you reach them.
  • Work hard, celebrate successes, and enjoy a supportive team environment.
  • Who thrives here :

  • CPA with 7+ years in public accounting.
  • Strong review experience and proven team leadership skills.
  • Motivated by technical excellence, mentoring, and growing into leadership without the pressure of client acquisition.
  • If you’re ready to escape the grind of business development and focus on leading, mentoring, and building a lasting career, this role gives you everything you need, including a clear shot at Partner.

    Resume not ready? Still weighing whether a move makes sense at this stage in your career? That’s normal, senior CPAs rarely make decisions about partnerships or strategic roles over breakfast. Just give Laura a call on 512‑647‑2214.

    She’ll give you the insight you actually need : what the day‑to‑day responsibilities are at this level, how the firm operates in practice, and whether this opportunity aligns with your long‑term goals.

    Laura spends half her time guiding senior CPAs into opportunities that align with their ambitions. The other half? Living in the English countryside, listening to country music, with her faith guiding her through both work and life.

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