CPA Tax Manager (Partner Track)

LHH is partnering with a well-established CPA firm in South Minneapolis seeking a Tax Manager to join its leadership team. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced tax professional who is interested in more than just preparing and reviewing tax returns. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to build client relationships, help shape the direction of the firm, and pursue a clearly defined path to partnership and ownership.

This role is ideal for a CPA who enjoys working closely with business owners and high-net-worth clients while also exploring the business side of running a successful accounting practice.

‼️ Why Consider This Opportunity ‼️

• Defined path to partnership and ownership
• Direct exposure to firm leadership and decision-making
• Opportunity to work with closely held businesses and high-net-worth clients
• Ability to influence firm operations, growth, and strategy
• Small-firm culture with meaningful client relationships
• Flexible environment with greater work-life balance outside of busy season
• Strong compensation package including bonus and profit-sharing opportunities
• CPA dues paid
• Hybrid flexibility after onboarding
• Bonus and profit-sharing opportunities

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and review complex tax returns including: Forms 1040, 1120-S, 1065 & 1041
• Serve as a trusted advisor to business owners and individual clients
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships
• Provide tax planning and consulting guidance
• Review staff work and mentor junior team members
• Assist with business development and client growth initiatives
• Collaborate directly with firm leadership on operational and strategic initiatives
• Support succession planning and future ownership responsibilities

Qualifications

• Active CPA license required
• 3 years of public accounting tax experience
• Experience serving closely held businesses and high-net-worth clients preferred
• Strong knowledge of individual, partnership, S-Corporation, and trust taxation
• Experience with Lacerte and QuickBooks preferred
• Excellent client-facing communication skills
• Interest in firm leadership and long-term ownership opportunities

Compensation: $100,000-150,000

Benefits

Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and 401K plan. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.

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• The California Fair Chance Act

• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

If you're interested in learning more, or know someone who may be a fit, please apply directly or send your resume to rachel.rakowczyk@lhh.com.