Tax Manager Recruitment
No Fee Until You Hire
WHY THIS ROLE IS HARD TO HIRE
- Hiring a qualified Tax Manager can be challenging because firms need professionals with strong technical tax knowledge, leadership ability, and client-management skills. The role requires sound judgment across complex tax matters while maintaining accuracy and engagement deadlines.
- Experienced candidates are often sought for expertise in tax compliance, planning, research, and review. In addition, firms need managers who can supervise staff, communicate with clients, and identify tax issues that require senior-level attention.
- Finding the right Tax Manager therefore requires more than tax preparation experience. Firms need professionals who can manage engagements, develop teams, build client trust, and contribute to the growth of the tax practice.
Brightway helps you find the right talent faster.
Brightway connects public accounting firms with qualified Tax Manager candidates who bring technical tax expertise, leadership capability, and strong client-service skills. Our recruitment approach considers tax specialization, engagement experience, team leadership, communication, and organizational fit.
ABOUT THE TAX MANAGER ROLE
Role Highlights
6+ years
Tax compliance and advisory
Returns, planning, research, and review
Public accounting firms
Multiple industries
Permanent and direct hire
Tax regulations and research
Tax team leadership
Tax planning and client guidance
Tax Director or Partner
Client service and tax planning
Accuracy and engagement delivery
What does a Tax Manager Do?
Manage Tax Compliance & Engagements
A Tax Manager oversees tax compliance engagements from planning through completion. They review assignments, manage deadlines, and ensure tax work is prepared accurately and efficiently.
Review Tax Returns & Tax Work
Tax Managers review complex tax returns, supporting schedules, and workpapers to identify technical issues and ensure quality. Furthermore, they provide guidance to staff and resolve matters requiring experienced tax judgment.
Conduct Tax Research & Planning
The role involves researching tax regulations and evaluating planning opportunities for clients. Tax Managers use their technical knowledge to identify appropriate strategies while considering applicable requirements and client objectives.
Advise Clients & Stakeholders
Tax Managers communicate tax matters, recommendations, and potential implications to clients and internal stakeholders. In addition, they help clients understand complex tax issues and respond to changing business or regulatory circumstances.
Lead & Develop Tax Teams
A Tax Manager supervises tax professionals, assigns work, reviews performance, and supports staff development. Strong leadership helps maintain engagement quality while building the firm's future tax talent.
Strengthen Your Tax Practice with a Qualified Tax Manager
Brightway connects accounting firms with qualified Tax Manager candidates who can lead tax engagements, develop teams, manage client relationships, and support tax planning and compliance.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Manage tax compliance engagements, deadlines, and client deliverables from planning through completion.
- Review complex tax returns, workpapers, and supporting documentation for accuracy and technical quality.
- Conduct tax research and identify planning opportunities based on client circumstances and applicable regulations.
- Advise clients and internal teams on tax matters, recommendations, and potential implications.
- Lead, coach, and develop tax professionals while maintaining strong engagement and client-service standards.
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
Experience
6+ years of experience in public accounting, tax compliance, tax advisory, or a related field, with prior engagement leadership experience.
Education
A bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, taxation, or a related discipline is typically required.
Certifications
An active CPA license is commonly preferred or required for Tax Manager positions.
CORE SKILLS
MARKET & COMPENSATION INSIGHTS
typical Salary Range
Approximately $115,000-$165,000 annually
Performance-based bonuses may be available
Experience Level
Senior
Role Demand
High
Hiring Market
Competitive for CPA-qualified candidates with tax leadership experience
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