OPEN POSITION
Tax Director / Senior Tax Manager / Tax Manager
Location: Creve Coeur, MO (St. Louis Area)
Compensation: $100,000–$150,000+ Base Salary + Bonus
Exceptional candidates with significant experience and leadership capabilities may be considered above this range.
Type: Full-Time
Actively Interviewing – Strong Candidates Move Quickly
About the Opportunity
A highly respected public accounting firm with nearly 100 years of serving the St. Louis market is continuing to grow its Tax practice and is seeking a Tax Director, Senior Tax Manager, or Tax Manager to join the team.
This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced tax professional who wants to take on a leadership role within a collaborative, relationship-driven firm that values long-term employee growth and client service excellence.
The firm offers:
- Direct access to Partners and firm leadership
- Significant visibility and influence within the tax department
- Strong mentorship and professional development opportunities
- A clear path for continued advancement
- A supportive, family-friendly culture with excellent retention
With approximately 35 employees and steady growth, this is an environment where:
- You're not just another layer in a large firm
- You work directly with decision-makers
- Your contributions are recognized and valued
- Your long-term growth is a priority
What You'll Be Doing
- Review business, individual, and trust tax returns
- Provide guidance and oversight for accounting and tax engagements
- Research, document, and resolve complex tax issues
- Work directly with closely held businesses, business owners, and high-net-worth individuals
- Supervise, mentor, and develop tax staff and senior-level team members
- Assist with engagement scheduling, workflow management, and departmental hiring
- Collaborate directly with Partners and firm leadership on tax strategy and client advisory services
- Participate in client meetings, tax planning, and consulting engagements
- Assist with business development initiatives and prospective client opportunities
- Support internal training and professional development efforts
Experience Level
Open to:
- Strong Tax Seniors with a CPA or EA ready to step into a Tax Manager role
- Current Tax Managers
- Senior Tax Managers seeking continued advancement
- Tax Directors looking for a leadership opportunity within a growing firm
- Experienced Senior Tax professionals ready to step into management
Qualifications
- Active CPA license required
- 5+ years of public accounting tax experience
- Strong background in tax compliance, planning, and client advisory services
- Experience reviewing business, individual, and trust tax returns
- Knowledge of S Corporations, Partnerships, and C Corporations
- Prior experience supervising and mentoring staff
- Strong communication, analytical, research, and client-facing skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office products; Thomson Reuters software experience is a plus
- Desire to grow within a firm long-term
Why This Role
- True leadership opportunity with meaningful influence
- Direct exposure to Partners and strategic decision-making
- Opportunity to help shape and grow the tax department
- Clear advancement path to Senior Leadership
- Diverse client base and complex tax engagements
- Strong culture centered on collaboration and mentorship
- Long-term stability with an established and growing firm
Additional Perks
- Competitive compensation and bonus opportunities
- Flexible, family-friendly work environment
- Strong work-life balance compared to larger public accounting firms
- Professional development and continuing education support
- Collaborative team culture with low turnover
- Long-term career growth potential
Bottom Line
If you're a CPA with 7+ years of public accounting tax experience and are seeking a Tax Manager, Senior Tax Manager, or Tax Director opportunity that offers leadership, mentorship, direct Partner interaction, and a genuine path for long-term advancement, this is an excellent opportunity to build a lasting career with one of the St. Louis area's most respected accounting firms.