Job Details

Tax Manager

Hybrid Work Environment

Location Modesto, California
Employment Type Full Time Permanent Exempt
Work Schedule Hybrid within office collaboration days and remote flexibility
Compensation $120,000 to $160,000 annually depending on experience plus benefits

About the Role

We are seeking a strong Tax Manager to join a well-established and growing public accounting firm in the Central Valley. This is a high impact leadership role designed for a seasoned tax professional who enjoys owning client relationships mentoring teams and serving as a trusted advisor to both clients and firm leadership.

This role is ideal for someone who brings deep technical tax expertise strong relational skills and a long-term mindset. With several senior leaders approaching retirement this position offers meaningful opportunity for continuity advancement and influence within the firm.

Key Responsibilities

Serve as a primary advisor to clients providing strategic tax planning compliance and consulting services

Review complex individual business partnership and entity tax returns ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance

Manage and mentor tax staff providing guidance training and performance feedback

Oversee tax engagements including workflow planning deadline management and quality control

Collaborate closely with firm leadership to support succession planning process improvement and team development

Stay current on federal and California tax law changes and proactively advise clients and internal teams

Build and maintain strong long term client relationships through clear communication and high service standards

Required Qualifications

Minimum 6 years of progressive tax experience in public accounting

Demonstrated experience reviewing complex tax returns and managing client relationships

Strong technical tax knowledge across individual and business taxation

Proven ability to lead mentor and develop tax professionals

Excellent communication skills with a consultative and relationship driven approach

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

CPA license preferred but not required

Preferred Qualifications

Experience serving privately held businesses and high net worth individuals

Exposure to succession planning and leadership transition environments

Comfort operating with autonomy and accountability in a hybrid work setting

What We Offer

Competitive compensation within California market standards

Hybrid work environment that supports flexibility and collaboration

Supportive leadership team focused on long term growth and stability

Opportunity to step into a meaningful leadership role with future advancement potential

Engaging client work where relationships and trust truly matter

California Pay Transparency Notice

In accordance with California law the salary range for this position is $120,000 to $160,000 annually. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience skills and qualifications.