Tax Manager - Public

We are looking for an accomplished Tax Manager to lead a broad range of tax activities for our practice in Santa Ynez, California. This role is suited to someone who is detail oriented and can balance technical tax expertise with thoughtful client service, while helping ensure accurate filings and sound planning across multiple entity types. The position offers the opportunity to guide staff, address complex tax matters, and contribute to a high-performing public accounting environment.

Responsibilities:
• Oversee the preparation and final review of tax filings across federal, state, and local jurisdictions, ensuring complete and accurate submissions.
• Design practical tax strategies that support compliance goals while improving overall tax efficiency for clients and the organization.
• Monitor legislative and regulatory updates, evaluate their implications, and develop clear guidance on complex tax issues through research and written analysis.
• Lead responses to tax examinations and inquiries by coordinating with auditors, agencies, and internal stakeholders to keep matters moving efficiently.
• Provide day-to-day direction, coaching, and development support to entry-level tax team members and operational staff.
• Maintain organized tax records and produce reporting materials that inform leadership on key tax positions, risks, and deadlines.
• Manage work involving individual, corporate, partnership, fiduciary, exempt, and sales tax matters across a varied client base.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline; CPA or comparable certification is preferred.
• At least 5 years of relevant experience in tax management or public accounting.
• Demonstrated experience handling individual, corporate, partnership, fiduciary, exempt, and sales tax returns.
• Strong working knowledge of federal, state, and local tax rules and filing requirements.
• Proficiency with Lacerte, QuickBooks Desktop, QuickBooks Online, Slack, Canopy Tax, Zoom, Webex, Adobe, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong analytical judgment and problem-solving ability with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams and support clients effectively.

Compensation

$115,000.00-$140,000.00 Yearly

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