Senior Tax Manager

The Senior Tax Manager is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing complex tax engagements, managing client relationships, mentoring staff, and supporting firm growth initiatives. This role requires deep technical tax expertise, strong project management skills, and the ability to deliver strategic tax planning and compliance services to a diverse client base.

Key Responsibilities

Tax Compliance & Review

• Prepare, review and oversee preparation of complex federal and state tax returns, including:
  • Corporations (C-Corp and S-Corp)
  • Partnerships
  • Trust and Estates
  • High-net-worth individuals
  • Multi-state entities
• Ensure compliance with IRS and state/local tax regulations
• Research and resolve advanced tax issues
• Manage tax provision calculations and ASC 740 matters

Tax Planning & Advisory

• Develop and implement strategic tax planning strategies
• Advise clients on entity structuring, mergers & acquisitions, and succession planning
• Provide guidance on federal and Texas-specific tax matters
• Identify tax-saving opportunities and risk mitigation strategies

Client Relationship Management

• Serve as primary point of contact for key clients
• Build and maintain long-term client relationships
• Participate in business development activities, networking, and proposal preparation
• Identify cross-selling opportunities within the firm

Leadership & Team Development

• Supervise, mentor, and train tax seniors and staff
• Review workpapers and provide constructive feedback
• Manage engagement budgets, billing, and realization
• Assist in recruiting and onboarding new team members

Qualifications

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (Master’s in Taxation preferred)
• Active CPA license in Texas or Enrolled Agent

Experience

• 7+ years of progressive public accounting tax experience
• Experience managing complex engagements and supervising staff
• Strong knowledge of federal and multi-state tax laws
• Experience with CCH Axcess

Skills & Competencies

• Advanced tax research and technical writing skills
• Strong leadership and team management abilities
• Excellent communication and client service skills
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• High attention to detail and problem-solving mindset

Preferred Experience

• Experience with real estate, oil & gas, healthcare, or professional services industries
• Familiarity with Texas franchise tax
• Exposure to international tax considerations

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary (commensurate with experience)
• Performance-based bonuses
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) with employer match
• Open Paid time off and paid holidays
• Continuing professional education (CPE) support
• On-site gym access

Work Environment

· In office

· Hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m.-5:30 p.m. We pride ourselves on flexibility; however, the ability to work additional hours will be needed during peak seasons

Garza Cummings Blocher is a dynamic and energetic team of dedicated professionals who regard our clients as partners. Our aim is to help our clients grow and expand. We are a public accounting firm that believes people can work hard, enjoy what they do, and also have a life. We are seeking an Accounting Manager to manage accounting services and day to day client needs. We are looking for applicants who can work independently to complete tasks in accordance with client and statutory deadlines. Additionally, this candidate should have an unending desire to learn and continue to grow personally and professionally.