Tax Manager / Senior Tax Manager

Tax Manager/Senior Tax Manager – Office Lead

Read the overview of this opportunity to understand what skills, including and relevant soft skills and software package proficiencies, are required.
Our client is an accounting platform that acquires established CPA practices and gives them the resources, capital, and infrastructure to grow beyond what most independent firms can access on their own. They're seeking a Tax Manager or Senior Tax Manager to serve as principal in charge of an established, well-regarded practice in the West Caldwell area. The practice already has a loyal client base and a team in place, this is a chance to step into real ownership of the business and shape where it goes next. This role is hybrid and based in West Caldwell.
Key ResponsibilitiesLead the office as principal in charge, owning its clients, quality, delivery, and day-to-day operationsManage and develop a team of 4 to 6, supervising work and coaching staff in a collaborative environmentReview and sign off as the senior technical authority on returns and client deliverablesStay hands-on with tax preparation and planning for clients where your expertise matters mostOwn client relationships and serve as the trusted advisor clients rely on through and beyond the transitionPartner on growth initiatives, integrate AI tools into the practice, and help scale what's working
Required QualificationsCPA preferred; experienced EAs will be considered6-8+ years of public accounting experience including multistate tax workExperience leading or mentoring a team, or clear readiness to step into that roleComfortable being hands-on through busy season as a true player-coachStrong, warm client-facing communication skillsTech-forward mindset with genuine interest in how AI is reshaping the accounting industry
What's OfferedPerformance bonus tied to client retention and office growthAccess to modern AI-assisted technology that handles the drudgery so you can focus on judgment and clientsA deliberately sane busy seasonA real seat at the table as the platform continues to scale
This is a strong opportunity for an experienced tax professional who's ready to lead, not just execute, and wants to do it inside a firm that's building something genuinely different. For immediate consideration, please contact Gage Plueger or Gatlin Johnson directly.
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