Tax Senior Manager
UHY • St. Louis, Missouri • Full Time
Posted on Sat, May 30, 2026
JOB SUMMARY
As a Tax Senior Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing and reviewing financial information for clients, such as business and individual tax returns, with the benefit of gaining exposure to a diverse client base operating in a variety of industries. The Tax Senior Manager oversees client relationships and acts as a liaison between internal staff and internal leaders to ensure high-quality work is conducted and delivered to our clients.JOB DESCRIPTION
Tax Strategy and Engagement Oversight
- Develop and implement comprehensive tax planning strategies for clients, ensuring alignment with their financial objectives and minimizing tax liabilities
- Analyze complex tax scenarios, including mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic transactions, to provide optimal solutions
- Manage a portfolio of tax engagements, supervise tax staff, and review their work to ensure accuracy, compliance, and adherence to firm standards
- Monitor engagement progress, budgets, and timelines, make adjustments as needed to meet client expectations
Research and Analysis
- Stay abreast of evolving tax laws, regulations, and industry developments, applying this knowledge to client engagements and internal training initiatives
- Lead tax research efforts to address client inquiries, resolve complex tax issues, and guide decision-making
Client Communication
- Effectively communicate complex tax concepts and strategies to clients, tailoring explanations to their understanding and addressing their questions or concerns
- Prepare and deliver presentations to clients on tax-related matters, providing insights into their financial situations and potential tax implications
- Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with clients, acting as a trusted advisor for their tax-related matters
Compliance and Documentation
- Review and oversee the preparation of tax returns to ensure accuracy, compliance with regulations, and adherence to internal quality control standards
- Monitor and manage tax filing deadlines, extensions, and other compliance requirements to avoid penalties and ensure timely submissions
- Stay current with federal, state, and local tax laws, regulations, and changes, ensuring the firm and its clients are compliant with the latest tax requirements
Team Collaboration
- Collaborate with other tax professionals within the firm to share insights, knowledge, and best practices
- Supervise and mentor tax staff, providing guidance, training, and feedback to foster their professional growth and ensure the quality of their work
- Foster a collaborative team environment, promoting knowledge sharing and effective communication among team members
- Participate in internal training sessions to enhance your technical skills and stay updated on industry trends
Process Improvement and Innovation
- Identify opportunities to enhance tax workflows, processes, and methodologies, contributing to the continuous improvement of the firm's tax services
- Ensure compliance with internal quality control procedures, including reviewing and approving tax filings, documentation, and client deliverables
Strategic Business Development
- Collaborate with partners and senior management to identify business development opportunities, cultivate client leads, and contribute to the firm's growth strategy
- Participate in proposal development and presentations to prospective clients
Supervisory responsibilities
- Will supervise subordinate team members
Work environment
- Work is conducted in a professional office environment with minimal distractions
Physical demands
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and performing work in front of a computer screen for long periods of time
- Must be able to lift to 15 pounds at a time