Senior Tax CPA / Tax Manager | Houston, TX | Avg $140K–$185K

Senior Tax CPA / Tax Manager | Houston, TX | Avg $140K–$185K

Role Overview

A respected and established CPA firm in Houston, Texas is seeking an experienced Senior Tax CPA / Tax Manager to join its growing public accounting team.

This is a long-term leadership opportunity for a seasoned tax professional with strong technical expertise in complex individual and business tax returns, advanced tax planning, and client relationship management. The firm is seeking someone who can provide high-level tax guidance while helping mentor staff and eventually assume signing authority responsibilities within the organization.

The ideal candidate has deep public accounting experience, strong leadership instincts, and a commitment to delivering exceptional client service within a collaborative and professional environment.

Key Responsibilities

Tax Preparation & Review

Prepare and review complex federal tax returns including:

- 1040

- 1120S

- 1120

- 1065

- 709

Ensure technical accuracy and compliance across all tax engagements

Manage multiple client deadlines and tax engagements simultaneously

Review tax filings and supporting documentation thoroughly

Tax Planning & Advisory

Conduct advanced tax research and analysis

Provide strategic tax planning recommendations to clients

Advise clients on financial, tax, and business matters

Identify tax-saving opportunities and compliance solutions

Support long-term client financial planning initiatives

Client & Team Leadership

Build and maintain strong client relationships

Mentor and support junior accounting and tax staff

Collaborate with firm leadership on client service initiatives

Help maintain high professional and ethical standards

Support future leadership growth and signing authority responsibilities

Operations & Compliance

Work across multiple tax and accounting software platforms

Maintain strong documentation and engagement organization

Ensure compliance with federal and state tax regulations

Support process improvements and operational efficiency initiatives

Requirements

Active CPA license required

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Minimum 10 years of recent public accounting tax experience

Strong experience preparing and reviewing complex individual and business tax returns

Advanced tax research and problem-solving abilities

Strong understanding of federal and state tax compliance and planning

Experience using multiple tax and accounting software platforms

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to manage multiple client relationships and deadlines

Strong professionalism, ethics, and leadership mentality

Preferred Qualifications

Experience mentoring or developing junior accounting staff

Leadership or management experience within CPA firm environments

Strong client advisory and relationship management background

Desire to grow into future firm leadership responsibilities

Experience managing diverse client portfolios across multiple industries

Compensation & Benefits

Avg Salary: $140,000–$185,000

Strong Benefits Package

Continuing Professional Education Support

Leadership Growth Opportunities

Long-Term Career Stability

Hybrid Work Flexibility

Work Environment

Hybrid Schedule:

- 3 Days In Office

- 2 Days Remote

Based in Houston, Texas

Collaborative and highly respected CPA firm environment

Diverse client portfolio across multiple industries

Long-term pathway into firm leadership and signing authority

Ideal Candidate

Experienced public accounting tax professional

Strong technical tax and compliance expertise

Professional, detail-oriented, and client-focused

Strong leadership and mentoring abilities

Excellent communicator with collaborative mindset

Interested in long-term career growth and leadership opportunities

High ethical standards and commitment to client service excellence