Senior Tax Manager | Sarasota, FL | $140,000–$160,000 Some firms believe great tax work happens best when people are fully present. Present with their clients. Present with their teams. Present when decisions actually need to be made. This Sarasota CPA firm is one of them. They have built their reputation the unglamorous way. By being consistent. By being technically strong. By doing the fundamentals exceptionally well, year after year. Not by chasing trends or dangling remote promises, but by building long-term relationships and maintaining high standards that clients trust. They are now looking for a Senior Tax Manager to step into a leadership role where judgement, presence, and experience genuinely matter. This is a seat at the table, not a title added to an org chart. You would be joining a well-established Sarasota firm with deep roots in the local business community. The environment is fully in-office by design, built around collaboration, mentoring, and real-time decision-making. Leadership is visible, accessible, and involved. Standards are shared. Expectations are clear. Proximity is seen as a strength because it improves quality, speed of judgement, and the way people learn from one another. The role itself is exactly what a senior tax professional expects, but without the usual ambiguity. You will lead complex tax engagements across individuals, partnerships, S-Corps, and closely held businesses. You will review high-level work and provide clear, decisive technical guidance. You will act as a trusted advisor to business owners and high-net-worth clients, mentor staff through hands-on leadership, and contribute to firm standards, processes, and long-term client relationships. If you are already operating at Senior Manager level, the technical work will feel familiar. The difference here is the clarity, structure, and authority you are given to do it properly. They are looking for a CPA with strong senior-level experience in public accounting tax. Someone confident reviewing complex returns, comfortable advising business owners, and credible in front of both clients and staff. The leadership style that works here is calm, consistent, and grounded in example rather than noise. Comfort working in a fully in-office environment is essential, as this firm values being part of something tangible rather than simply logging in. Compensation is competitive and aligned with the level of responsibility. The platform is stable and respected, with long-term clients and low turnover. Communication is direct. Expectations are clear. Leadership access is real. This is not a firm chasing the latest model. It is a firm that knows what works and has the track record to prove it. You do not need to tick every box to start the conversation. If you have questions or want to talk through whether this could be the right next step, feel free to call or text me on +1 813 981 7845. Applying for a job is not a marriage proposal. It is simply a conversation. If it feels right, great. If it does not, you will still walk away with more clarity about what you want next. Curtis Weston is a Recruiter at Distinct Recruitment, specialising in roles within public accounting and CPA firms. A former professional footballer, Curtis has transitioned from life on the pitch to helping accounting professionals find roles where they can build long-term careers. With a young family of his own, Curtis understands the importance of flexibility and balance alongside professional progression. If you are looking to speak with someone who genuinely appreciates the realities of work–life balance and the demands of public accounting, you will be in good hands. Ref: INDCW 34260 Job Type: Full-time Pay: $140,000.00 - $160,000.00 per year Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Opportunities for advancement Paid sick time Paid time off Professional development assistance Vision insurance Work from home Work Location: In person
Salary: $140,000 - $160,000 a year
Employment Type: ["Full-time"]
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