Senior Tax Manager

Why Tampa?

Tampa is one of the most attractive places in the country to build a career while still enjoying a strong quality of life. The city offers a rare mix of professional opportunity, waterfront living, strong neighborhoods, no state income tax, and a business community that continues to grow.

For accounting and tax professionals, Tampa provides access to a strong base of privately held businesses, entrepreneurs, real estate groups, construction companies, manufacturing organizations, and professional services firms. Outside of work, you have year-round sunshine, the Riverwalk, beaches nearby, restaurants, sports, arts, and a lifestyle that makes it easier to see a long-term future.

If you are looking for a tax leadership role where you can grow your career, build deep client relationships, and enjoy living in a market with real momentum, Tampa is a great place to do it.

About the Opportunity

We are seeking a Tax Manager or Senior Tax Manager to join a well-established public accounting firm in downtown Tampa.

This is a senior-level role for a CPA who enjoys technical tax work, client advisory, team leadership, and taking true ownership of client relationships. You will manage tax compliance and advisory work for a diverse portfolio of privately held businesses and pass-through entities, with a strong focus on industries such as construction, manufacturing, retail, and professional services.

This opportunity is ideal for someone who wants more than a review role. You will serve as a trusted advisor, mentor professional staff, manage engagements, participate in firm initiatives, and have a real voice in the direction of the tax practice.

What Makes This Role Different

You will have direct client ownership, visibility with firm leadership, and the opportunity to operate with the mindset of a future partner. The role requires someone who can manage technical complexity, communicate clearly with business owners, support staff development, and understand the broader business issues behind the tax work.

For the right person, this is a chance to step into a respected tax leadership seat with a strong client base, meaningful responsibility, and long-term career upside.

Responsibilities

• Manage high-level tax consulting and compliance work for pass-through entities and privately held businesses
• Lead tax advisory projects across industries such as construction, manufacturing, retail, and professional services
• Conduct technical tax research and prepare clear written guidance on complex tax matters
• Review and advise on federal and state tax issues, including planning opportunities and risk areas
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients and build trusted long-term relationships
• Manage multiple client engagements while maintaining quality, deadlines, and profitability
• Oversee billing, collections, and engagement economics with a strong sense of ownership
• Train, mentor, and develop professional tax staff
• Participate in internal initiatives related to client service, team development, and firm operations
• Represent the firm professionally within the local business and professional community

Requirements

• Seven or more years of relevant public accounting tax experience
• CPA license is required
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field
• Strong technical tax consulting and research experience
• Experience managing pass-through entity tax work
• Ability to supervise, train, and develop professional staff
• Strong client relationship management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A high level of professional integrity and ownership
• Ability to provide mostly on-site support in downtown Tampa, with hybrid flexibility available

What Will Set You Apart

• Master's degree
• Experience with CCH ProSystem fx Tax, Engagement, and Document
• Specific tax experience with construction or manufacturing clients or a strong understanding of issues such as pass-through planning, entity structuring and Section 199A
• Experience operating as a true client advisor, not just a technical reviewer
• Interest in contributing to firm culture, staff development, and long-term practice growth

Benefits

• Full-time hybrid role based in downtown Tampa
• 401(k) plan plus profit sharing
• Comprehensive health insurance
• Firm-paid CPA license fees
• Continuing Professional Education support
• Paid parking in downtown Tampa
• Bonus opportunity to be determined
• Long-term growth opportunity

**Why Join This Opportunity**

This role offers the combination that many senior tax professionals are looking for: meaningful client ownership, technical complexity, team leadership, and a respected local platform.

You will be joining an environment where relationships matter, professional judgment is valued, and your work has direct impact on business owners and their long-term planning. The hybrid structure provides flexibility, while the on-site collaboration creates the kind of firm culture that helps teams develop and clients feel supported.

If you are looking for a tax leadership role where you can be trusted, challenged, and positioned for long-term growth, this is a strong opportunity.