Tax Manager

Tax Manager

Nashville, TN

$100,000 – $120,000 + bonus

Why this role exists

Two partners are quietly stepping back over the next few years.

Not tomorrow. Not in a panic. But it’s happening.

And instead of scrambling later, they want someone now who can start building into that space.

Someone who can take ownership of clients, grow into leadership properly, and be part of what the firm looks like next.

This isn’t backfilling.

It’s forward planning.

Why people move here (and stay)

This firm has been named one of the best places to work in Nashville.

Not because of a one off initiative.

Because they’ve built the place around how people actually want to live and work.

• No rigid nine to five
• Core hours that give you structure without control
• Hybrid and remote working that’s genuinely trusted

It’s designed for adults.

Which sounds obvious. But it’s rare.

The work itself

You’re stepping into a role where you can actually lead.

Not just review work at the end.

• You’ll own relationships with high net worth individuals and growing businesses
• You’ll get involved in trust, estate, and advisory work
• You’ll guide staff, but without having to carry everything yourself
• You’ll be part of conversations that shape client decisions, not just report on them

It’s varied. It’s interesting. And it evolves as you do.

The part most firms get wrong

They talk about progression like it’s a ladder.

Here, it’s more like a runway.

With two partners planning retirement, there’s a genuine path forward.

Not theoretical. Not “maybe in five years”.

Real opportunity to:

• Build influence with clients
• Grow into leadership at your own pace
• Be part of succession, not stuck behind it

What your life looks like outside the work

This is where the firm quietly stands out.

Flexibility that actually works

• No fixed start and end times
• Core hours from 10 to 4
• Work around your life, not the other way round

Time off that feels generous, not restrictive

• Around 4 weeks vacation at Manager level
• Option to buy more
• 6 personal days
• Extra days for volunteering

Summer feels different

• Friday afternoons back
• Not earned. Just given

Support that goes beyond basics

• Strong contribution toward healthcare
• Dental and vision included
• Support for family planning, including adoption and fertility

The environment you’re joining

Around 60 people. Six partners.

Big enough to have depth. Small enough to feel human.

The client base keeps things interesting:

• High net worth individuals
• Owner managed businesses
• Trust and estate work
• Non profits

And internally?

People tend to stay.

Because the culture isn’t something they talk about.

It’s something you notice.

Who this suits

Someone who wants to step into leadership, but do it properly.

You’ll likely enjoy this if:

• You want real client relationships, not just oversight
• You’re thinking about your long term path, not just your next role
• You value flexibility but still want to be challenged
• You’re ready to be trusted with more

If your current firm feels rigid or transactional, this will feel like a shift.

Where it leads

Senior Manager. Then beyond that, something more meaningful.

Influence. Ownership. A seat at the table when decisions are made.

Because here, that’s not reserved for a select few.

It’s built.

Not ready with a resume? Or want a bit more information before applying? That’s fine. Apply the old-fashioned way, or simply reach out to me on LinkedIn or through the Distinct Recruitment website. I’ll happily talk you through the role, the firm, and where it could take you before you make any commitments.

I’m Abigail Stephen, Recruiter at Distinct. I don’t just look at job specs; I look at people, and where they’ll thrive. It’s not about filling gaps. It’s about finding a fit that lasts.

Outside of work, balance for me is Pilates to reset, travel to explore, and skiing to recharge. Because the truth is, you don’t slog through hours for the love of a spreadsheet. You do it for the freedom it buys you. Same principle here.