Senior Tax Manager Sikich LLC paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, tuition reimbursement, flex time, 401(k) United States, Wisconsin, Brookfield Apr 18, 2026 Description Tax Senior Manager (Milwaukee, WI
- Hybrid) What to expect when you join Sikich Team members at Sikich have a lot in common while also being part of a rich and varied group of contributors, creating a distinct and thriving culture.
Chief among our commonalities is a desire for growth and a shared unity of purpose in our professional lives. We believe that through diverse perspectives, challenging the status quo and rewarding action, we accelerate innovation and drive growth
- for our clients, for ourselves and for our communities.
The professional services landscape continues to evolve. For Sikich, this means we have an opportunity to further cement our leadership position in this industry and continue to grow our organization in increasingly exciting ways. This growth is meaningful for every team member at our company because larger companies simply see more interesting client opportunities and can attract impressively talented individuals like you. Through a dedicated focus on key business priorities and intentionally creating a rewarding employee experience, Sikich has developed into a highly regarded provider of professional services and a sought-after employer of choice. Do you want to work with other skilled and agile practitioners who thrive on challenge and growth? We believe everyone has untapped potential. That's why we lead with vision and act fast, pairing deep expertise with practical solutions. Our teams cut through complexity and deliver real impact. It's our hope that you find more than just a job. At Sikich, you'll find optimism, clear insights and genuine warmth, without egos. Are you ready to grow with us? Position Summary Reporting to the Principal, the Tax Senior Manager will .... What will you do in this role? Review of tax returns including complex tax returns which may consist of consolidated or multi-state business returns, complex pass-through entities (including tiered partnerships), and complex individuals.
Prepare or review income tax provisions.
Ability, experience, and confidence to sign tax returns with supervision of the principal.
Identify and research tax technical topics, compliance issues, and tax planning opportunities.
Work with clients to gather information, manage flow of projects, and ensure timely delivery of engagements to clients.
Oversee the efforts of multiple client engagements, including supervising tax planning and business succession planning engagements with the ability to manage to budget
Tax return compliance review including forms 1040, 1120S, 1065, and 1041
Consult with partners, business and individual tax clients on various matters
Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with key client sponsors and growing client base.
Develop people through effectively supervising, coaching and mentoring all levels of staff.
Conduct performance reviews and contribute to performance feedback for all levels of staff.
Assist principal and senior leaders with generating new business opportunities and building client networks and relationships.
Understand our service offerings and actively identify opportunities to better serve clients with our comprehensive solutions.
Ensure professional development through ongoing education
Provide thought leadership and insightful recommendations surrounding a broad range of complex issues by leveraging expertise and experience. What do you need to succeed in this role? BA/BS Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
9+ years current public accounting experience.
5+ years' experience leading teams, coaching, and mentoring staff.
4+ years' experience with tax compliance including review of Form 1040, 1120-S and 1065 tax returns
CPA or EA certification
Proficiency with computerized tax software & Microsoft Office.
Strong client rapport & project management skills.
Ability to manage multiple engagements and competing priorities in a rapidly growing, fast-paced, interactive, results-based team environment.
Strong leadership, recruiting, training, and mentoring skills, coupled with excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills. In compliance with this state's pay transparency laws, the midpoint of the salary range for this role is $179,074.22. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. In addition, specific skills/experience required are as follows: Values driven
- You embody and model absolute integrity and servant leadership and you have a bias for action and continuous innovation.
Uncompromising problem solver
- You see opportunities in every business challenge and can develop, articulate and implement solutions.
Collaboration
- You are a relationship builder across all levels of the organization and across all business units.
Instills trust
- You do what you say, without ego, and you follow through on commitments consistently and credibly.
Impact & influence
- You are relentlessly focused on making a difference and can gain support for ideas, proposals and solutions.
You get others to act, with or without formal authority, to advance initiatives and objectives. About Sikich Sikichoffers the public and private sectors a diverse platform of professional services across consulting,technologyand compliance. Highly specialized and hands-on teams deliver integrated solutions rooted in deep industry experience. Our approach is strategically and thoughtfully designed to help our clients,teamsand communities accelerate success. Sikich has approximately 2,000 team members andoperatesacross North America,EMEAandAPAC. Sikich Total Rewards Our team members enjoy expansive benefits ranging from competitive compensation and insurance options to wellness programs and a flexible time off policy, to name only a few. Sikich also takes pride in prioritizing team members' health, total wellbeing and time spent with family, friends and in the pursuit of personal goals, hobbies, and endeavors. Some examples of our many benefits: Sikich maintains a Flexible Time Off (FTO) Policy. We encourage every full-time employee, as your role permits, to utilize paid time off (personal time, mental/physical health care, vacation, sick leave, etc.). Waiting for time off to accrue is common at other companies. At Sikich, you do not have to wait for this benefit to kick in. FTO is activated on your first day with our organization.
Sikich will also recognize paid holidays during the year and strives to permit employees to have time off the last week of the calendar year when client and project work permits.
Sikich offers a comprehensive wellness program to engage, challenge and empower team members to take responsibility for their wellbeing. Activities can be tracked through our wellness provider to obtain gift cards and other rewards.
We also offer:
Flexible work arrangements
Health, dental, vision, life, and accident/death/disability insurance options
HSA employer contribution
Nine (9) paid holidays annually.
A robust paid Parental Bonding Leave program covering birth, adoption, and foster children.
401(k) with employer contributions
CPA bonus with four (4) paid exam days & four (4) paid study days.
Tuition reimbursement
Generous employee referral bonus program
Client referral bonus program
Pet insurance
FORCE
- Sikich community volunteer program enabling each team member to use up to four hours of paid time annually to volunteer and make a difference in their localcommunities.
Want to learn more? Visit our Careers website or Glassdoor profile. Sikich is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V Sikich currently practices in an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Professional Code of Conduct and applicable law, regulations, and professional standards. Sikich CPA LLC is a licensed CPA firm that provides audit and attest services to its clients. Sikich LLC has a contractual arrangement with Sikich CPA LLC under which Sikich LLC provides Sikich CPA LLC with professional and support personnel and other services to support Sikich CPA LLC's performance of its professional services, and Sikich CPA LLC shares certain client information with Sikich LLC with respect to the provision of such services. #LI-KS2 #LI-Hybrid
