Tax Manager Jobs in Arizona
Tax Manager jobs in Arizona are in strong demand, with concentrated hiring in public accounting, financial services, and the state's growing technology and real estate sectors at levels from senior associate to director. Phoenix, Scottsdale, and Tempe account for the largest share of openings, where established employers like Deloitte, PwC, and Banner Health maintain significant Arizona operations. The most sought-after specialties include corporate tax compliance, state and local tax, and ASC 740 provision work. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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As the Corporate Tax Manager, you’ll be a member of our Corporate Tax Solutions Family and work on business income tax planning, corporate compliance, and ASC 740 income tax accounting (either tax provision preparation or audit support) projects. The Corporate Tax Solutions Family generally has the primary tax relationship with the client, and you will help with the engagement management for multiple clients for your service line – all with the resources, environment, and support to help you excel. You’ll collaborate with other team members and specialists in our tax practice, including our Washington National Tax Office (WNTO), to support all areas of the client’s tax functions, because together is how we succeed.
From day one, you’ll be empowered by our tools, technology, training, and support from other team members to take responsibility to produce quality work and help you achieve more, confidently.
Your day-to-day may include:
- Running client engagements from start to finish, including planning, executing, directing, and completing tax projects and managing to budget
- Supervising, training, and mentoring senior associates, associates and interns on tax projects and assessing performance of staff for engagement reviews; performing in-charge role as needed.
- Identifying and capitalizing on opportunities to sell services to existing and potential clients
- Reviewing tax returns prepared by staff and making recommendations on return preparation regarding accuracy and tax savings opportunities
- Conducting primary review of ASC 740 income tax provision engagements
- Researching and consulting on various tax matters; Utilizing Tax-related software to prepare and process returns.
- Responding to inquiries from the IRS, State, and other tax authorities
- Maintaining a good working relationship with clients and working effectively with client management and staff at all levels to gather information and perform tax services
- Gaining an understanding of client operations, processes, and business objectives, and utilizing that knowledge on engagements
- Attending professional development and training sessions on a regular basis
- Adhering to the highest degree of professional standards and strict client confidentiality
- Other duties as assigned
You have the following technical skills and qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting
- Minimum four to seven years of progressive tax compliance and/or tax consulting experience
- CPA or JD/active law license required
- Experience in public accounting is preferred
- Experience in corporate income tax and strong ASC 740 Accounting for Income Taxes skills
- Excellent analytical, technical, and tax accounting/technology skills with proficiency in US GAAP and corporate income tax laws and regulations
- Strong working knowledge of broad-based statutory income tax compliance and consulting including state and local income taxes, taxation of international activity, and transfer pricing
- Exceptional client service, communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills
- Experience in OneSource Tax Provision preferred
- Strong teamwork, analytical skills, and attention to detail
- Can travel as needed
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As the Corporate Tax Manager, you’ll be a member of our Corporate Tax Solutions Family and work on business income tax planning, corporate compliance, and ASC 740 income tax accounting (either tax provision preparation or audit support) projects. The Corporate Tax Solutions Family generally has the primary tax relationship with the client, and you will help with the engagement management for multiple clients for your service line – all with the resources, environment, and support to help you excel. You’ll collaborate with other team members and specialists in our tax practice, including our Washington National Tax Office (WNTO), to support all areas of the client’s tax functions, because together is how we succeed.
From day one, you’ll be empowered by our tools, technology, training, and support from other team members to take responsibility to produce quality work and help you achieve more, confidently.
Your day-to-day may include:
- Running client engagements from start to finish, including planning, executing, directing, and completing tax projects and managing to budget
- Supervising, training, and mentoring senior associates, associates and interns on tax projects and assessing performance of staff for engagement reviews; performing in-charge role as needed.
- Identifying and capitalizing on opportunities to sell services to existing and potential clients
- Reviewing tax returns prepared by staff and making recommendations on return preparation regarding accuracy and tax savings opportunities
- Conducting primary review of ASC 740 income tax provision engagements
- Researching and consulting on various tax matters; Utilizing Tax-related software to prepare and process returns.
- Responding to inquiries from the IRS, State, and other tax authorities
- Maintaining a good working relationship with clients and working effectively with client management and staff at all levels to gather information and perform tax services
- Gaining an understanding of client operations, processes, and business objectives, and utilizing that knowledge on engagements
- Attending professional development and training sessions on a regular basis
- Adhering to the highest degree of professional standards and strict client confidentiality
- Other duties as assigned
You have the following technical skills and qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting
- Minimum four to seven years of progressive tax compliance and/or tax consulting experience
- CPA or JD/active law license required
- Experience in public accounting is preferred
- Experience in corporate income tax and strong ASC 740 Accounting for Income Taxes skills
- Excellent analytical, technical, and tax accounting/technology skills with proficiency in US GAAP and corporate income tax laws and regulations
- Strong working knowledge of broad-based statutory income tax compliance and consulting including state and local income taxes, taxation of international activity, and transfer pricing
- Exceptional client service, communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills
- Experience in OneSource Tax Provision preferred
- Strong teamwork, analytical skills, and attention to detail
- Can travel as needed
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- Active CPA license issued or recognized by the Arizona State Board of Accountancy required
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field from an accredited institution
- Minimum five years of progressive tax experience in public accounting or corporate environment
- Demonstrated experience with federal and multi-state tax compliance and reporting
- Proficiency with tax software such as Thomson Reuters ONESOURCE, CorpTax, or CCH Axcess
- Experience reviewing and mentoring staff and managing multiple client or business-unit engagements
Tax Manager Jobs in Arizona: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a tax manager in Arizona?
Becoming a tax manager in Arizona starts with earning a CPA license through the Arizona State Board of Accountancy, which requires passing the Uniform CPA Examination and meeting Arizona's education and experience requirements. Most candidates complete a bachelor's or master's degree in accounting, spend several years in public accounting or corporate tax roles, and build expertise in compliance and provision work before advancing to a management title.
How much do tax managers make in Arizona?
Tax managers in Arizona earn a median of about $79,970 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $55,430 for the lowest 10% to over $128,890 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire tax managers in Arizona?
Employers hiring tax managers in Arizona right now include KPMG, Jobot, and Eide Bailly, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Arizona's concentration of regional headquarters, financial services firms, and the Big Four's Phoenix offices means consistent demand across both public accounting and in-house corporate tax teams.
Which Arizona cities have the most tax manager jobs?
Phoenix, Scottsdale, and Tempe have the most tax manager openings in Arizona. Phoenix drives the majority of demand as the state's corporate and financial hub, home to major professional services offices and the headquarters of large public companies, while Scottsdale and Tempe attract openings through their dense concentration of mid-market firms, technology companies, and regional financial institutions.
Are there remote tax manager jobs in Arizona?
Yes, and more than most fields. Tax management is largely analytical and desk-based, making it well suited to remote and hybrid arrangements. About 39% of tax manager openings tied to Arizona are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how widely firms have adopted flexible work for this role. Compliance review, tax provision, and research work are the functions most commonly performed fully remotely.
How can I get hired as a tax manager in Arizona with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is joining a Phoenix-area public accounting firm as a tax staff associate or tax associate and progressing through senior associate before stepping into management. Large Arizona employers like Deloitte Phoenix and regional firms such as Henry+Horne run structured development programs for candidates without extensive experience. Passing the CPA exam early, gaining exposure to multi-state filings, and moving from an adjacent role in accounting or audit are the steps that open the door fastest.
Where can I find and apply to tax manager jobs in Arizona?
You can find and apply to tax manager jobs in Arizona on Migrate Mate, which lists current Arizona openings updated regularly. Search the listings, find roles that match your experience and preferred location, and apply directly to each employer through the posting.
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