WS Advisors is seeking a driven and growth-oriented Senior Tax Manager to take on a leadership role across client engagements, firm initiatives, and practice growth. This is a high-visibility position designed for someone who is ready to step into a partner-track trajectory - someone who doesn't just manage work, but actively helps shape the direction of the practice. You will serve as a trusted advisor to private businesses, high-net-worth individuals, and families, while also contributing meaningfully to business development and firm culture.
Essential Functions- Lead and oversee multiple complex client engagements across entity types including C-Corps, S-Corps, Partnerships, Trusts, and high-net-worth individuals and families
- Serve as the primary client relationship owner; build deep, long-term client connections through exceptional service and proactive communication
- Provide sophisticated tax planning and advisory services with a forward-looking, strategic lens
- Identify and resolve technical issues through thorough research, sound judgment, and appropriate consultation
- Act as a business advisor to clients - offering guidance on growth objectives, M&A considerations, exit planning, funding structures, and entrepreneurial challenges
- Drive business development - identify cross-sell and new business opportunities within the existing client base and through external networking; develop and maintain a personal pipeline of prospects
- Represent the firm at industry events, networking functions, and community initiatives with the goal of expanding WS Advisors' visibility and relationships
- Mentor, develop, and inspire a team of tax professionals; provide coaching, feedback, and stretch opportunities that build bench strength
- Lead and facilitate internal training programs and technical development sessions for staff
- Manage engagement economics including budgets, billing, and collections
- Partner with firm leadership on strategic priorities, hiring, and team development
- Contribute to a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous growth
Education, Skills, and Experience- BS or MS in Accounting or Tax; CPA required
- 8+ years of public accounting experience, including at least 2 years operating at the Manager level
- Proven ability to manage and develop a team of tax professionals
- Strong technical foundation across a broad range of entity types and individual tax matters
- Demonstrated interest in and aptitude for business development - whether through client expansion, referral relationships, or external networking
- Excellent communication skills across all levels, including confidence presenting to and advising business owners and executives
- Ability to exercise independent judgment and make sound decisions with minimal supervision
- Partner-track ambition and orientation toward long-term firm ownership
The annual base salary range for this role is $170,000-$220,000. This range includes the anticipated low and high end of Walter Shuffain's salary range for this position. Actual compensation may vary based on various factors, including experience, education and/or skill level.
