Tax Manager, CPA

Wertz & Associates • Fort Smith, AR

9d • Hybrid

About The Position

Our client, a respected and growing CPA and advisory firm with a strong presence throughout Arkansas, is seeking an experienced Tax Manager to join its Fort Smith office. This is more than a traditional tax management role. It's an opportunity to work directly with business owners, entrepreneurs, manufacturing companies, healthcare organizations, family-owned businesses, and high-net-worth individuals while providing strategic tax guidance, leading engagements, mentoring staff, and helping clients navigate complex financial and tax matters. The firm has earned a reputation for delivering exceptional client service, technical expertise, and practical business solutions. As a Tax Manager, you'll serve as a trusted advisor while helping strengthen client relationships and contributing to the continued growth of the tax practice. If you're seeking a position that combines tax expertise, client consulting, leadership responsibility, and long-term career advancement, we'd welcome a confidential conversation. Many Tax Manager roles focus heavily on compliance and return review. This opportunity provides the ability to become a true advisor to clients. You'll help business owners and individuals make informed decisions, identify planning opportunities, manage complex tax matters, and navigate changing regulations while developing future leaders within the organization. The role offers the visibility, influence, and professional growth opportunities that ambitious tax professionals are seeking.

Requirements

• Active CPA license
• 5+ years of public accounting tax experience
• Experience reviewing individual and business tax returns
• Strong technical tax knowledge
• Excellent communication and client service skills
• Strong organizational and project management abilities
• Ability to lead teams and manage multiple priorities

Nice To Haves

• Advanced tax planning expertise
• Substantial review experience
• Proven ability to develop and retain client relationships

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review complex individual and business tax returns
• Oversee federal and state tax compliance engagements
• Research and resolve technical tax matters
• Identify proactive tax planning opportunities
• Ensure compliance with changing tax regulations and legislation
• Build and maintain strong client relationships
• Provide year-round tax strategy and planning guidance
• Assist clients with important business and financial decisions
• Communicate complex tax concepts clearly and effectively
• Deliver a high level of client service and responsiveness
• Mentor, train, and develop tax professionals
• Review work product and provide technical guidance
• Assist with workflow management and engagement planning
• Foster a collaborative and accountable team culture
• Support recruiting and professional development initiatives
• Manage multiple client engagements simultaneously
• Monitor budgets, deadlines, and project timelines
• Coordinate with internal teams and firm leadership
• Ensure quality standards are consistently achieved
• Address client concerns proactively and professionally

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Flexible hybrid scheduling
• Health insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Life insurance
• Continuing education support
• Professional development opportunities
• Long-term advancement potential

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager