Job SummaryAprio is seeking a
Senior Tax Manager to join our
Private Client Tax teamto lead complex tax compliance and advisory engagements serving corporations, partnerships, S corporations, individuals, trusts, and other entities. In this role, you will deliver proactive tax planning and high-quality client service that helps clients navigate their tax obligations, identify planning opportunities, and mitigate risk. You will lead and develop a team of tax professionals while partnering closely with firm leadership to drive strategic growth across the private client practice.
What You'll Gain/ Impact- Opportunity to lead high-complexity, multi-entity engagements across a diverse private client portfolio
- Exposure to sophisticated federal and state tax planning and advisory work for high-net-worth individuals, families, and business entities
- Platform to mentor and develop emerging tax professionals at multiple career levels
- Collaboration with firm partners and leadership on client strategy and practice growth initiatives
- Career advancement within a nationally recognized, high-growth public accounting firm
Key Responsibilities- Lead and manage complex federal, state, and local tax compliance engagements for corporations, partnerships, S corporations, individuals, trusts, and other entities
- Review complex tax returns, workpapers, estimates, extensions, and related filings to ensure technical accuracy, quality, and timely completion
- Research and interpret complex tax laws, regulations, rulings, and guidance; prepare technical memoranda and communicate findings to clients and internal stakeholders
- Provide proactive tax planning and advisory services to help clients manage tax obligations, identify opportunities, and mitigate risk
- Serve as a primary client contact for assigned engagements, building strong relationships and delivering responsive, high-quality service
- Manage engagement budgets, timelines, staffing, billing, realization, and overall profitability
- Supervise, train, mentor, and review the work of tax associates, seniors, and managers; provide timely coaching and performance feedback
- Collaborate with partners and leadership on client strategy, technical matters, service opportunities, and practice growth initiatives
- Support tax notice responses, examinations, and controversy matters, including communication with taxing authorities as needed
- Maintain current knowledge of tax law changes and industry trends, and communicate relevant impacts to clients and team members
Candidate Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, or a related field
- CPA license required; JD, LLM in Taxation, or Enrolled Agent credential may be considered depending on role scope
- 7+ years of progressive tax experience, preferably within a public accounting or professional services environment
Leadership Skills- Experience supervising, coaching, and developing tax professionals at multiple career levels
- Proven ability to manage client relationships as a primary engagement contact, delivering responsive and high-quality service
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex tax concepts clearly for clients and team members
Technical Skills- Demonstrated experience reviewing complex tax returns and managing multiple client engagements
- Strong technical knowledge of federal and state tax compliance, tax planning, and applicable tax regulations
- Strong project management, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage competing deadlines while maintaining attention to detail and high-quality standards
Why work for Aprio:Whether you are just starting out, looking to advance into management or searching for your next leadership role, Aprio offers an opportunity to grow with a future-focused, innovative firm.
Perks/Benefits we offer for full-time team members:- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance on the first day of employment
- Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account
- 401k with Profit Sharing
- 9+ holidays and discretionary time off structure
- Parental Leave - coverage for both primary and secondary caregivers
- Tuition Assistance Program and CPA support program with cash incentive upon completion
- Discretionary incentive compensation based on firm, group and individual performance
- Incentive compensation related to origination of new client sales
- Top rated wellness program
- Flexible working environment including remote and hybrid options
What's in it for you:- Working with an industry leader: Be part of a high-growth firm that is passionate for what's next.
- An awesome culture: Thirty-one fundamental behaviors guide our culture every day ensuring we always deliver an exceptional team-member and client experience. We call it the Aprio Way. This shared mindset creates lasting relationships between team members and with clients.
- A great team: Work with a high-energy, passionate, caring and ambitious team of professionals in a collaborative culture.
- Entrepreneurship: Have the freedom to innovate and bring your ideas to help us grow to become the CPA firm of choice nationally.
- Growth opportunities: Grow professionally in an environment that fosters continuous learning and advancement.
- Competitive compensation: You will be rewarded with competitive compensation, industry-leading benefits and a flexible work environment to enjoy work/life balance.
