Tax Manager Jobs

Tax Manager jobs are open across public accounting, corporate finance, financial services, and manufacturing, from senior associate to director level, with specializations in federal tax compliance, international tax, and state and local tax. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles2,089+
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerBDO
Top citySan Francisco, CA
Work type61% Hybrid
Top industryAccounting

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RPM Living
Assistant Community Manager - Tax Credit
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RPM Living
New 21h ago
Assistant Community Manager - Tax Credit
RPM Living
Fort Worth, Texas
Brand Marketing
Growth Marketing
Marketing
51-200

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Prime Group
Tax Manager
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Prime Group
New 23h ago
Tax Manager
Prime Group
Chicago, Illinois
Business Development
Growth Marketing
Marketing
$128k - $194k/yr
Master's degree
501-1,000

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Prime Group
Tax Manager
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Prime Group
New 23h ago
Tax Manager
Prime Group
New York, New York
Business Strategy
Compliance & Risk
Consulting & Professional Services
$128k - $194k/yr
Master's degree
501-1,000

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Veralto
Manager, Global Tax Strategy
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Veralto
Added 1d ago
Manager, Global Tax Strategy
Veralto
Providence, Rhode Island
Business Development
Customer Success
Program Management
Project Management
$135k - $155k/yr
Master's degree in business administration
10,000+

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John Hancock
Senior Tax Manager
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John Hancock
Added 1d ago
Senior Tax Manager
John Hancock
Boston, Massachusetts
Account Management
Customer Service
Customer Support
$92k - $160k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in finance
1,001-5,000

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Tax Manager Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • BDO
    BDO159
  • RSM
    RSM69
  • Wipfli
    Wipfli56
  • Deloitte
    Deloitte56
  • Baker Tilly Canada
    Baker Tilly Canada40

Top Industries Hiring

  • Accounting & Auditing94
  • Technology & Software38
  • Consulting & Professional Services13
  • Hospitality & Tourism4
  • Retail2

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in tax manager jobs.

  • CPA license required or actively in progress toward licensure
  • Five or more years of experience in public accounting or corporate tax
  • Proficiency in tax software such as OneSource, CorpTax, or GoSystem Tax RS
  • Strong technical knowledge of ASC 740 and income tax provision processes
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
  • Experience managing or mentoring tax staff and reviewing work product

Tips for Your Tax Manager Job Search

Tailor your resume to the engagement

Hiring managers for tax manager roles scan for ASC 740, FIN 48, and provision experience within the first few lines. Call out your specific tax areas, entity types you have handled, and whether your background is public accounting, corporate, or both.

Highlight your CPA and advanced credentials

A CPA license is a hard filter in most postings, and an LLM in Taxation or enrolled agent credential can move you past other finalists. List your license state and status clearly so recruiters and applicant tracking systems don't overlook it.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists tax manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Target postings by your niche specialization

Filter openings by keywords like SALT, transfer pricing, or R&D tax credits rather than searching broadly. Roles filled by specialists are posted and pulled quickly, so narrowing to your niche means you're applying to openings where your exact background is the requirement.

Prepare a technical case study for interviews

Tax manager interviews often include a scenario on uncertain tax positions, a deferred tax calculation, or a multi-state apportionment question. Walk through a real situation from your career, the issue you identified, the technical authority you applied, and the outcome you reached.

Negotiate more than base salary

CPA exam reimbursement, professional dues, continuing education hours, and flexible scheduling around April and October deadlines are all negotiable in tax roles. Ask about them explicitly once an offer is on the table, because many firms budget for these and don't volunteer them.

Tax Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most tax managers?

The companies hiring the most tax managers right now include BDO, RSM, and Wipfli, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and Illinois, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Demand is consistent across both large public accounting firms and corporate tax departments in heavily regulated industries.

How many tax manager jobs are remote?

About 79% of tax manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, making it one of the more flexible finance management roles available. Positions focused on federal compliance, tax provision, and partnership tax reporting tend to offer the most remote flexibility, while SALT and international roles more often require in-office presence for cross-functional collaboration.

How do you become a tax manager?

Most tax managers start in public accounting as a staff or senior associate, then build toward manager by developing technical depth in a specific area like corporate tax, partnerships, or SALT. Earning your CPA license is a required step at most firms. After several years of reviewing returns, managing client relationships, and mentoring junior staff, you have the profile most employers require for a manager title.

Can you get a tax manager job without direct management experience?

Yes, particularly if you're transitioning from a senior tax role in public accounting where you reviewed returns and mentored associates, even without a formal management title. Employers weigh technical depth in ASC 740, complex entity structures, or a specialized area like transfer pricing heavily enough that strong individual contributors regularly move into manager roles when they can show they're ready to lead a team.

What does the tax manager interview process look like?

Most processes run three to four rounds. A recruiter or HR screen comes first, followed by a technical interview with a senior manager or director covering provision mechanics, uncertain tax positions, and your specific practice area. A case study or take-home scenario is common at mid-stage. Final rounds typically involve a panel with department leadership and sometimes a partner or CFO, with discussion shifting toward team management and strategic planning.

Where can I find and apply to tax manager jobs?

You can find and apply to tax manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your background, tax specialty, and preferred location, then apply directly to each one that fits.

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