Lead Complex Tax Engagements — Senior Tax Manager Near Wooster, OH
Job Title: Senior Tax Manager
Pay: $130,000 - $170,000 annually + bonus potential
Hours: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday
Start Date: ASAP
Looking for an opportunity to work with sophisticated clients while taking on a strategic leadership role within a well-established public accounting firm? Join a growing advisory and accounting practice as a Senior Tax Manager in the Wooster, Ohio area and help guide both client success and team development.
In this role, you will oversee a portfolio of complex tax clients, provide strategic planning guidance, and collaborate with firm leadership to deliver exceptional service. You'll serve as a trusted resource for clients while helping develop staff and supporting the continued growth of the practice.
What You'll Do:
As a Senior Tax Manager, you will:
- Manage a portfolio of high-net-worth individuals, business owners, trusts, and related tax clients.
- Provide strategic tax planning, consulting, and compliance guidance on complex matters.
- Oversee multiple engagements simultaneously while ensuring quality, accuracy, and timely completion.
- Review tax filings, supporting schedules, and technical research prepared by team members.
- Lead project planning efforts, establish priorities, and coordinate resources across engagements.
- Mentor managers and staff by providing coaching, technical guidance, and professional development support.
- Cultivate client relationships and participate in networking and business development activities.
What You'll Bring:
The ideal candidate will have:
- CPA license required.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related discipline; advanced education is a plus.
- 7+ years of progressive tax experience within a public accounting environment.
- Strong knowledge of individual, fiduciary, and pass-through entity taxation.
- Proven ability to lead engagements, manage client relationships, and develop staff.
- Excellent analytical, research, communication, and organizational skills.
- Proficiency with tax software and Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
Why Join Us in Wooster?
- Competitive base salary ranging from $130,000 to $170,000.
- Additional bonus opportunities based on performance and business growth contributions.
- Four weeks of paid time off beginning upon hire.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and employee assistance benefits.
- 401(k) program with employer contribution plus profit-sharing opportunities.
- Hybrid work flexibility with access to firm resources and leadership.
- Long-term career growth within a respected and expanding professional services organization.
Location & Schedule:
This is a hybrid position based in Wooster, Ohio. The regular schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. Seasonal workload increases occur during tax season, with hours remaining manageable compared to many public accounting environments.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
If you're interested in a leadership role where you can work closely with clients, mentor team members, and contribute to a growing practice, apply today to learn more about this Senior Tax Manager opportunity in Wooster, Ohio.