Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Taxation, or related field
7+ years of progressive tax experience in public accounting or a mix of corporate tax and public accounting
Current CPA (Certified Public Accountant) license
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Willingness to travel for client engagements and internal meetings.
Responsibilities
Manage tax compliance and advisory services for individuals, partnerships, and corporations
Conduct in-depth research on complex tax matters and communicate findings through structured reports
Review tax return preparations for accuracy and compliance
Engage with senior client stakeholders to identify tax issues and implement solutions
Drive client service excellence by fostering long-term relationships as a trusted advisor
Support client growth through strategic planning and business development
Mentor and manage tax professionals, providing coaching and performance feedback
Benefits
Group health plan benefits including medical, dental, and vision
Tax-savings plans
401(K) with profit-sharing contributions
Flexible time off and holidays
Parental leave
Full Job Description
General information
Name
Senior Manager, Tax
Posting Title
Senior Manager, Tax
Ref #
2237670
Date Published
Monday, October 5, 2026
City
Seattle
State
Washington
Country
United States
Job Category
Tax
Advertised Location
US-WA-Seattle
Working time
Full Time
Description & Requirements
The Tax team is dedicated to helping clients navigate a complex tax landscape with clarity and confidence. Our team delivers practical, forward-thinking guidance tailored to each client's goals, offering reliable support through change, growth, and opportunity.
What You Will Do:
Manage tax compliance and advisory services for individuals (Forms 1040, 1040-NR), partnerships (Form 1065), and corporations (Forms 1120, 1120-S) across a variety of industries
Conduct in-depth research on complex tax matters, apply insights to client engagements, and communicate findings clearly through well-structured written reports
Review tax return preparations completed by other staff to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards
Engage proactively with senior client stakeholders to identify tax issues, offer insights, and implement practical solutions
Drive client service excellence by setting high standards for responsiveness and quality, fostering long-term relationships as a trusted advisor and strategic partner in client success
Support client growth and retention through strategic planning and business development.
Contribute to business development by helping with proposals, showcasing firm value, and supporting client acquisition
Mentor and manage tax professionals, providing coaching, performance feedback, and career development support to build a high-performing, collaborative team
Manage resources, budgets, and project workflows to resolve scheduling conflicts and ensure the timely, cost-effective delivery of client engagements
Maintain technical expertise through ongoing Continuing Professional Education (CPE), ensuring compliance and staying ahead of industry trends and regulatory changes
Contribute to thought leadership by authoring technical publications and leading internal training sessions to elevate firm-wide knowledge and capabilities
Represent the firm at industry events and networking forums, enhancing brand visibility and cultivating new business opportunities
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Taxation or related field
7+ years of relevant progressive tax experience in public accounting, or a combination of corporate tax and public accounting
Current and valid CPA (Certified Public Accountant) license
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Flexibility to travel for client engagements and internal meetings. Travel may include overnight stays.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's Degree in related field
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Washington Wage Transparency
Pursuant to Washington's Equal Pay and Opportunities Act, the salary range displayed is for the Washington market. The salary for this role will be based on the experience, education, and skill set of the individual for the position. Positions that are non-exempt will be eligible for overtime pay compensable at a rate of one and a half times the hourly rate for any hours worked over 40 in a work week. Benefits are eligibility-based and could include group health plan benefits such as medical, dental, vision, tax-savings plans, 401(K), profit-sharing contributions, flexible time off, holidays, and parental leave. Forvis Mazars reserves the right to make changes to the salary range based on business needs.
WA Minimum Salary (USD)
$ 134000
WA Maximum Salary (USD)
$ 227920
About Forvis
Forvis is a software company that provides a platform for businesses to manage their data and analytics. The company's platform allows businesses to collect, store, and analyze data from various sources, including social media, web analytics, and customer relationship management systems. Forvis was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.
