Partnership Tax Senior Manager (Operating)

AuditFriendly Careers • Houston, Texas • Full Time • $195,000–$215,000 / year

Posted on Mon, Sep 7, 2026

Experience: Minimum 10 years of progressive tax compliance and/or consulting in public accounting or combined industry/public accounting.
Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
Certifications: CPA required.
Other: Must be from a top 10 accounting firm. Travel as needed. Minimal job hopping preferred. Sponsorship possible. No relocation.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead production and reviews of complex partnership tax returns.
Provide tax consulting services, focusing on accuracy, quality, and client service.
Evaluate tax aspects of partnership agreements and manage IRC 704b accounts.
Attract, mentor, train, coach, and assess performance of staff.
Oversee multiple client service teams, plan, execute, and complete tax projects across industries.
Offer innovative tax planning, consulting, and compliance expertise.
Market, sell, design, and implement tax-planning strategies within budget.
Develop and maintain new business and client relationships.
Research and consult on Sub-chapter K partnership taxation using tax-related software.
Respond to IRS and other tax authority inquiries.
Maintain active client communication to manage expectations and meet deadlines.
Lead business development, including proposals and pursuits.

Technical Skills:

Proficiency in US GAAP, partnership returns, joint venture, and non-corporate entity tax returns.
Strong understanding of Sub-chapter K partnership taxation.
Experience with partnership structuring, entity formation, and mergers & acquisitions (preferred).
Excellent analytical, technical, and tax accounting/technology skills.

Functional/Behavioral Skills:

Exceptional client service and communication skills to build outstanding relationships.
Strong leadership, business development, recruiting, training, coaching, and mentoring abilities.
Excellent written, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
Ability to manage multiple engagements and priorities in a fast-paced, results-driven environment.

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