Tax Manager

Haystack Consultants•Fresno, CA

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

A respected and growing Fresno CPA firm is seeking an experienced Tax Manager to join its team. This is a key role for a tax professional who enjoys managing client relationships, developing staff, solving complex tax issues, and working directly with firm leadership. You'll have the opportunity to make an impact without getting lost inside a large-firm structure—and build a long-term career without sacrificing your personal life to do it. The firm believes great client service shouldn't require making public accounting your entire life. This isn't a position where every decision has to travel through layers of management. You'll have the opportunity to manage relationships, solve problems, improve processes, and have a voice in how the firm operates. Interested in Senior Manager or Partner? There's a path forward. Prefer being a highly valued Tax Manager without chasing the next title? That's a respected career here as well. You'll have access to approachable partners and leadership who value experienced professionals and recognize their contributions. Advise privately held businesses, business owners, and high-net-worth individuals across agriculture, construction, manufacturing, professional services, real estate, and other industries.

Requirements

Approximately 7+ years of public accounting tax experience
Significant experience with individual and business taxation
Strong tax review and planning skills
Experience managing engagements and client relationships
Ability to mentor and develop accounting professionals
Excellent communication and client-facing skills
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage competing deadlines

Nice To Haves

CPA license strongly preferred
Collaborative leadership style and interest in being part of a quality-focused firm

Responsibilities

Manage and review complex individual, partnership, corporate, and trust tax engagements
Provide proactive tax planning and advisory guidance
Serve as a trusted year-round advisor to clients
Manage client relationships and engagement expectations
Review complex returns and resolve technical tax issues
Mentor, coach, and develop Seniors and Staff Accountants
Manage workflow, deadlines, and engagement quality
Collaborate directly with Partners on significant client matters
Identify opportunities to improve processes and efficiency
Stay current on federal and California tax developments
Contribute to the continued growth and direction of the tax practice