Tax Manager - CPA Firm

Pay: $100,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Step into a true Tax Manager role where you lead, review, and sign a wide variety of returns for individuals and small to midsize businesses.
• Join a highly rated local CPA firm with 4.9-star reviews and a reputation for hands-on client service and education.
• Work directly with business owners and decision-makers, giving real tax planning advice instead of just cranking out returns.
• Start on-site in a collaborative South Tampa office, then transition to a hybrid schedule once trust and performance are established.
• Grow your career in a stable, expanding firm that invests in CPE, mentoring, and long-term advancement.

Location

Tampa, FL – on-site in South Tampa to start, with the opportunity to move into a flexible hybrid schedule once you are fully trained and the team feels comfortable with your work. Candidates must already live in the greater Tampa area and be able to commute to the office.

Note

To be considered, you must have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, an active CPA or EA license, at least 5 years of recent tax preparation experience in public accounting (individual, corporate, and partnership returns), and be able to work on-site in Tampa, with some evenings and weekends during tax season.

About Our Client

Our client is a growing, relationship-driven CPA firm specializing in helping small and midsize businesses with tax, accounting, and payroll. They pride themselves on being highly accessible, educating clients so they can make better financial decisions, and tailoring services to each business’s unique needs. With excellent client reviews and deep roots in the Tampa market, they are trusted advisors to both business owners and individuals.

Job Description

• Manage, review, and sign complex tax returns for individuals and small to midsize businesses using Drake Tax.
• Oversee preparation and review of 1040, 1065, 1120, 1120-S, 1041, and 990 tax returns, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Lead tax planning and consulting engagements, identifying savings opportunities and proactive strategies for clients.
• Evaluate and clearly communicate tax liabilities, implications, and recommendations to clients.
• Train, mentor, and supervise tax staff, reviewing their work and providing coaching and feedback.
• Collaborate with partners and team members to resolve complex tax issues and client questions.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through responsive, professional communication.
• Recommend additional firm services when appropriate to add value for clients and support firm growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required.
• Active CPA or EA license required.
• 5 years of recent tax preparation experience in public accounting.
• Strong knowledge of individual, corporate, and partnership taxation.
• Experience with Drake Tax and QuickBooks Online preferred.
• Excellent analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills with a client-service mindset.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, including evenings and weekends during tax season.
• Self-starter with strong technical, computer, and organizational skills and close attention to detail.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Opportunity to transition from fully on-site to a hybrid schedule once you have earned the team’s trust.
• Flexible schedule outside of peak tax season and a strong emphasis on work-life balance.
• Direct access to experienced CPAs and firm leadership who are invested in your growth.
• Daily collaboration and knowledge sharing across tax, accounting, and advisory projects.
• Firm-paid CPE and ongoing training to keep you current on tax law changes and best practices.
• Friendly, supportive atmosphere where questions are encouraged, and doors are open.
• Chance to make a visible impact on clients’ businesses and personal finances.

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Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance