Join a firm that rewards urgency, ownership, and excellence.

We are a fast-growing public accounting firm seeking a Tax Manager who brings a strong sense of urgency, a commitment to accuracy, and a drive for outstanding outcomes. If you are fueled by high performance, love solving complex tax issues, and take full ownership of your work and team, this role will challenge and excite you.

Officially apply at: https://www.cartercookcpas.com/tax-manager-application/

What You’ll Own

You will be the performance engine behind our tax department. Your leadership will directly impact quality, client satisfaction, and team development.

Key Responsibilities

Ensure Accuracy & Quality: Oversee tax return preparation and review with extreme attention to detail, eliminating major errors before they happen.
Lead & Develop a High-Performing Team: Train, mentor, and hold team members accountable to expectations that elevate the entire department.
Manage Client Relationships: Maintain strong, positive relationships with small-business clients while upholding expectations and delivering a premium service experience.
Conduct Tax Planning Calls: Lead proactive tax planning meetings over Zoom with clients to strategize, optimize, and avoid surprises.
Own the Deadline Calendar: Keep the team on track, ensure timely filings, and move quickly when priorities shift.
Drive High Output: Increase departmental productivity while maintaining superior quality standards.
Guide Niche Expansion: Most of our current clients are in the beauty industry. You will play a critical role in shaping our expansion into additional verticals and supporting the firm’s long-term growth strategy.
Improve Processes: Identify and implement efficiencies that streamline workflow, reduce bottlenecks, and maximize overall performance.

What You Bring

We’re looking for someone who shows up with speed, precision, and ambition—and isn’t afraid to lead from the front.

Must-Have Attributes

High attention to detail with zero tolerance for sloppy work
Urgent and proactive decision-maker who moves quickly and confidently
Ambitious and growth-oriented, personally and professionally
Takes full ownership of responsibilities and outcomes
Collaborative team player who elevates those around them

Non-Negotiables

Integrity bydoing what you say you will do
High ambition + urgency baked into your leadership style
Willingness to collaborate, contribute, and support the broader team

Required Qualifications

Active CPA license
Minimum 7 years of public accounting experience
Experience signing tax returns
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (Master’s in Taxation or Accounting preferred)
Experience working with small-business clients through the United States
Proven success leading and managing team members
Comfortable working in a remote environment with strong communication and accountability systems

Preferred Tools

UltraTax CS
Taxdome
QuickBooks Online
Gsuite
Excel

Why Join Us

A culture built for high performers who want to grow quickly
A leadership team that values speed, precision, and initiative
The opportunity to directly impact firm performance and shape the tax department
Remote work flexibility without sacrificing collaboration or connection
A place that values technology and working in a modern way

Benefits

We take care of our team so they can perform at their best.

Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
401(k) with Company Match
Paid Time Off & Holidays
Work From Home (fully remote role)
Annual Team Retreat (overnight travel required)
Internet reimbursement
Continuing Professional Education reimbursement
Supportive leadership, strong performance culture, and opportunities for rapid growth

If you’re a tax manager who is hungry for growth, thrives under high expectations, and takes pride in producing exceptional work, we want to talk to you.

Apply today and step into a role where your drive and expertise will truly make an impact.

Officially apply at: https://www.cartercookcpas.com/tax-manager-application/

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $130,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Continuing education credits
Dental insurance
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Internet reimbursement
Opportunities for advancement
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Work from home

Work Location: Remote

Carter Cook, CPAs, PLLC

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