Tax Manager

Tax Manager (Generalist) Join an independent mid-market accounting firm that is growing rapidly through organic revenue growth, not private equity funding. This firm works closely with privately held businesses and their owners across a wide range of industries and is committed to providing top-tier tax expertise without compromising on work-life balance. Unlike many larger firms, there are no plans for external sale or PE involvement, ensuring long-term stability and a people-first culture that rewards both performance and well-being. Why Join? Capped busy season hours

• Work hard, not endlessly Quarterly bonuses for overtime
• Get compensated extra for Flexible hybrid schedule
• Work where you're most effective Collaborative, close-knit team
• Supportive leadership and no bureaucracy Hands-on client engagement
• Strategic advisory work, not just compliance Career growth without burnout
• Leadership opportunities in a growing firm

What You'll Do:

Deliver high-quality tax compliance and advisory services for privately held businesses (Partnerships, S-Corps, small C-Corps) and their owners/individuals Manage and mentor teams of seniors and staff accountants Oversee engagement planning, workflow, and scheduling Perform research and provide solutions on complex tax matters Review work to ensure technical accuracy and timeliness Build and maintain trusted relationships with clients, becoming a strategic tax advisor Communicate effectively with partners and team members on engagement status Provide real-time coaching and feedback to support team development

Qualifications:

5+ years of relevant tax experience preferred Bachelor's in Accounting or related field (Master's a plus) CPA license required Expertise in a variety of tax areas/entity structures Experience with individual (1040) returns is highly preferred Familiarity with trust/estate tax is a bonus but not required Strong project management, communication, and research skills Technologically savvy and detail-oriented Confident team leader with the ability to multitask and mentor in a dynamic environment Proficient in Microsoft Office Ascendo is a certified minority owned staffing firm, and we welcome and celebrate diversity. Ascendo is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, parental status, military service or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.