Tax Manager (Roanoke)

Tax Manager Independent CPA Firm Hybrid working Roanoke, TX Up to $160,000 + 20% Bonus If you enjoy tax work that goes beyond getting returns out the door, this is worth a look. This independent CPA firm in Roanoke, TX is growing steadily and building more of the kind of work that keeps good people interested long term. Yes, there is core compliance work, but alongside that sits a growing book of consulting and tax planning projects. So this is not a role where you spend all year looking backwards. There is real scope to be involved in more thoughtful, higher value client work too. For the right Tax Manager, that means a better mix of work, more interesting conversations with clients, and a role that can feel a lot more commercial and advisory than the average small firm opportunity. Why this role stands out The firm has an established client base and a growing reputation for helping clients with more than just routine filings. As their consulting and tax planning work continues to grow, they need someone who can lead client relationships, manage the day to day tax work properly, and add value where clients need advice, not just compliance. It is a good fit for someone who enjoys reviewing work, keeping standards high, and being a trusted point of contact for clients, but who also wants more exposure to planning, problem solving, and broader advisory conversations. You will be joining an independent firm environment, which usually means less red tape, closer access to decision makers, and more visibility for the work you do. What you will be doing You will manage a portfolio of tax clients across a mix of compliance, consulting, and planning work. That is likely to include: Managing and reviewing tax returns for individuals and privately owned businesses Supporting clients with tax planning projects and year round advisory work Getting involved in consulting assignments that go beyond routine compliance Acting as a key contact for clients and building strong working relationships Reviewing the work of junior team members and helping develop them Working closely with leadership on client strategy, priorities, and service delivery Helping ensure deadlines are met without losing sight of quality What they are likely to be looking for CPA preferred Public accounting tax experience at Senior or Manager level Strong technical grounding across core tax compliance work Someone comfortable speaking with clients directly and building trust A person who enjoys both the detail and the bigger picture The ability to balance recurring compliance work with consulting and planning projects The appeal A lot of Tax Manager roles talk about advisory work. Fewer genuinely offer it as a meaningful part of the job. This one does. How to apply (without the fuss) Most people overthink job ads. You don’t need 100% of the bullets to start a conversation. If this sounds right, apply . The button isn’t a marriage proposal, it’s a conversation starter. Prefer the human touch? Call me: . If Linked In hides it, I’m Alex Alcock (Distinct) . I’m around from 6am CST and after 5pm CST . Sitting at ~87% of the spec? Perfect. Apply anyway. The CPA firms I partner with want interesting people , not corporate clones. Don’t overthink it. Worst case, we have a useful chat about your next step. Best case? You’ve just found the last firm you’ll need for a long time .