OPT Tax Manager Jobs
Tax Manager jobs on OPT require employers to sponsor H-1B visa or provide E-3 visa or TN visa authorization after your OPT period ends. Most roles expect a CPA license or active candidacy, and STEM OPT extensions don't apply since accounting is not a STEM-designated field.
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Citrin Cooperman offers a dynamic work environment, fostering professional growth and collaboration. We’re continuously seeking talented individuals who bring fresh perspectives, a problem-solving mindset, and sharp technical expertise. We know you have choices, so our team of collaborative, innovative professionals are at the ready to support your professional development. At Citrin Cooperman, we offer competitive compensation and benefits and most importantly, the flexibility to manage your personal and professional life to focus on what matters most to you!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
We are seeking a Tax Senior in the Commercial Tax Services (CTS) Department at our San Diego, CA location. As a CTS Senior, you will be responsible for:
- Prepares federal and state tax returns, extensions, and quarterly projections for various clients (C-Corp, S-Corp, Partnership, Individual).
- Review tax work of staff and interns and provide feedback, training, and mentoring.
- Review tax information and coordinate with clients and staff while building relationships.
- Assist with the coordination of the day-to-day duties of planning, tax work, and delivery of finished work product.
- Able to perform tax research and resolve issues.
- Identify and communicate tax matters to Managers and Partners.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree required; master’s in Taxation preferred
- 3-5 years of professional experience, preferably in a mid-size public accounting firm
- Possess advanced knowledge of federal and state tax laws – corporate, individual, trust, gifts, and partnership taxation
- CPA or CPA eligible preferred
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrate strong client services skills
- Approaches projects with a sense of urgency
- Be highly motivated and able to work individually and in a team setting
- Outstanding analytical, organizational and project management skills
- Knowledge of CCH Axcess, Sureprep, XCM and Caseware is a plus
INTRODUCTION
Citrin Cooperman offers a dynamic work environment, fostering professional growth and collaboration. We’re continuously seeking talented individuals who bring fresh perspectives, a problem-solving mindset, and sharp technical expertise. We know you have choices, so our team of collaborative, innovative professionals are at the ready to support your professional development. At Citrin Cooperman, we offer competitive compensation and benefits and most importantly, the flexibility to manage your personal and professional life to focus on what matters most to you!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
We are seeking a Tax Senior in the Commercial Tax Services (CTS) Department at our San Diego, CA location. As a CTS Senior, you will be responsible for:
- Prepares federal and state tax returns, extensions, and quarterly projections for various clients (C-Corp, S-Corp, Partnership, Individual).
- Review tax work of staff and interns and provide feedback, training, and mentoring.
- Review tax information and coordinate with clients and staff while building relationships.
- Assist with the coordination of the day-to-day duties of planning, tax work, and delivery of finished work product.
- Able to perform tax research and resolve issues.
- Identify and communicate tax matters to Managers and Partners.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree required; master’s in Taxation preferred
- 3-5 years of professional experience, preferably in a mid-size public accounting firm
- Possess advanced knowledge of federal and state tax laws – corporate, individual, trust, gifts, and partnership taxation
- CPA or CPA eligible preferred
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrate strong client services skills
- Approaches projects with a sense of urgency
- Be highly motivated and able to work individually and in a team setting
- Outstanding analytical, organizational and project management skills
- Knowledge of CCH Axcess, Sureprep, XCM and Caseware is a plus
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Tax Manager
Target CPA-required postings
Employers who require a CPA license are already accustomed to credentialing timelines. That mindset often carries over to visa sponsorship. Filter for roles that list CPA as a hard requirement, not just preferred.
Prioritize Big Four and large regional firms
Deloitte, PwC, EY, and KPMG have established immigration programs and dedicated HR teams for sponsorship. Large regional firms like RSM and BDO often follow similar practices. Smaller boutique firms rarely have the infrastructure.
Clarify STEM OPT doesn't apply to this field
Accounting and tax are not STEM-designated fields, so no 24-month STEM extension is available. You have 12 months of OPT. Set expectations with employers clearly so they don't assume you have more runway than you do.
Highlight specialized tax experience directly
Employers sponsoring a Tax Manager want to see a clear justification for the cost. International tax, transfer pricing, or M&A tax experience makes the case. Generalist resumes are harder to sponsor when specific expertise justifies it.
Use Migrate Mate to find sponsoring employers
Migrate Mate surfaces Tax Manager roles from employers with active sponsorship history. Searching there saves significant time versus reviewing general postings that rarely disclose sponsorship willingness upfront in the job description.
Tax Manager OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Tax Manager on OPT without H-1B sponsorship?
Yes, for the duration of your OPT authorization period. Your F-1 OPT Employment Authorization Document lets you work in a role directly related to your accounting or finance degree for up to 12 months. Sponsorship only becomes necessary once OPT ends, at which point your employer would need to file for H-1B, E-3 if you're Australian, or TN if you're Canadian or Mexican.
Does a Tax Manager role qualify as directly related to my degree?
Yes, provided your degree is in accounting, finance, taxation, or a closely related field. USCIS and your Designated School Official evaluate whether the job is directly related to your major. A Tax Manager role at a public accounting firm or in a corporate tax department clearly satisfies that standard for accounting and finance graduates.
Do Tax Manager jobs qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
No. Accounting, taxation, and finance are not classified as STEM fields under the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List. You cannot apply for the 24-month STEM OPT extension after your initial 12 months. This makes early conversations with your employer about H-1B or other long-term sponsorship options especially important.
How do I find Tax Manager roles where employers are open to OPT candidates?
Most general job postings don't disclose sponsorship willingness, which wastes significant application time. Migrate Mate is specifically built for F-1 OPT and visa-sponsored job searches, showing Tax Manager roles from employers who have demonstrated sponsorship history. Filtering there is a more efficient starting point than reviewing unfiltered postings.
Will not having a CPA license hurt my Tax Manager job search on OPT?
It depends on where you are in the licensure process. Many employers will consider candidates who have passed all four CPA exam sections and are pending the experience requirement. However, roles explicitly requiring an active CPA license will be competitive. Framing your exam status clearly in your resume and noting your expected licensure date helps set accurate expectations with hiring managers.