Tax Manager Jobs in Colorado
Tax Manager jobs in Colorado are consistently active, with strong demand concentrated in professional services, energy, financial services, and technology firms that anchor the state's economy. Denver, Boulder, and Colorado Springs lead hiring volume, and well-known employers with a lasting Colorado presence include Deloitte, EY, and Lockheed Martin. The most in-demand specialties are corporate tax compliance, state and local tax (SALT), and partnership taxation. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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What You Will Do:
- Scheduling of talent to appropriate client assignments based on timing, travel, levels, skills, and other necessary requirements at the direction of the Talent Alignment Resource Manager
- Utilizing scheduling tools to forecast hours, track/manage utilization, and monitor overall headcount, chargeable hours, and overtime to ensure work is distributed
- Managing open needs by identifying solutions as well as anticipating potential conflicts and proactively managing them by generating ideas and surfacing alternative solutions
- Collaborating with engagement teams to maintain an updated scheduling system with realistic information to ensure accurate reporting and forecasting
- Maintaining an understanding of the skills, experiences, and career goals of professional staff to ensure optimal client assignments alignments; ensuring skills and interest profiles are updated regularly as required
- Maintaining a strong pulse on current and future needs and capacity.
- Analyzing resource data / identifying trends around key data and metrics such as availability, utilization, actual vs scheduled variance data, team leverage, and open needs
- Collaborating with the leaders to ensure consistency and alignment with strategy, elevating areas of opportunity, concern, or performance challenges
- Building strong relationships with client serving personnel at all levels as well as collaborating closely with other Internal Firm Services teams (e.g., Human Resources, Talent Acquisition, Learning & Development, Operations)
- Works together with peers to innovate, educate and promote consistent firm-wide talent deployment
- May serve as a manager or coach for lower-level staff
Minimum Qualifications:
- 5+ years of relevant experience
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite including efficiency and knowledge in Microsoft Excel, including VLOOKUP, pivot tables, formulas, and Claude
- Experience and knowledge using AI tools to improve efficiency, support data analysis, and enhance productivity
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Current and valid CPA or RMCP
What You Will Do:
- Scheduling of talent to appropriate client assignments based on timing, travel, levels, skills, and other necessary requirements at the direction of the Talent Alignment Resource Manager
- Utilizing scheduling tools to forecast hours, track/manage utilization, and monitor overall headcount, chargeable hours, and overtime to ensure work is distributed
- Managing open needs by identifying solutions as well as anticipating potential conflicts and proactively managing them by generating ideas and surfacing alternative solutions
- Collaborating with engagement teams to maintain an updated scheduling system with realistic information to ensure accurate reporting and forecasting
- Maintaining an understanding of the skills, experiences, and career goals of professional staff to ensure optimal client assignments alignments; ensuring skills and interest profiles are updated regularly as required
- Maintaining a strong pulse on current and future needs and capacity.
- Analyzing resource data / identifying trends around key data and metrics such as availability, utilization, actual vs scheduled variance data, team leverage, and open needs
- Collaborating with the leaders to ensure consistency and alignment with strategy, elevating areas of opportunity, concern, or performance challenges
- Building strong relationships with client serving personnel at all levels as well as collaborating closely with other Internal Firm Services teams (e.g., Human Resources, Talent Acquisition, Learning & Development, Operations)
- Works together with peers to innovate, educate and promote consistent firm-wide talent deployment
- May serve as a manager or coach for lower-level staff
Minimum Qualifications:
- 5+ years of relevant experience
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite including efficiency and knowledge in Microsoft Excel, including VLOOKUP, pivot tables, formulas, and Claude
- Experience and knowledge using AI tools to improve efficiency, support data analysis, and enhance productivity
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Current and valid CPA or RMCP
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Tax Manager Job Market in Colorado
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Accounting & Auditing15
- Consulting & Professional Services6
- Investment & Asset Management2
- Staffing & Recruiting1
- Technology & Software1
What Colorado Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in tax manager jobs across Colorado.
- Active CPA license issued or recognized by the Colorado State Board of Accountancy
- Bachelor's or master's degree in accounting, taxation, or a related field
- Minimum of five years of progressive tax experience in public accounting or corporate tax
- Demonstrated expertise in federal and state corporate income tax compliance and reporting
- Proficiency with tax software such as Thomson Reuters ONESOURCE or Corptax
- Experience managing and developing a team of tax professionals or senior associates
Tax Manager Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a tax manager in Colorado?
You become a tax manager in Colorado by first earning a CPA license through the Colorado State Board of Accountancy, which requires passing the Uniform CPA Examination and meeting Colorado's education and experience requirements. Most candidates hold a bachelor's or master's degree in accounting or taxation. After licensure, you build several years of experience in public accounting or a corporate tax department before advancing into a management role.
How much do tax managers make in Colorado?
Tax managers in Colorado earn a median of about $97,030 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $60,760 for the lowest 10% to over $162,160 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire tax managers in Colorado?
Colorado tax manager roles are posted by Wipfli, KPMG, and Deloitte and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Colorado's mix of Big Four offices, regional CPA firms, energy companies, and technology headquarters generates consistent demand for experienced tax managers across both public accounting and industry settings.
Which Colorado cities have the most tax manager jobs?
Denver, Englewood, and Colorado Springs have the most tax manager openings in Colorado. Denver dominates because it is home to the state's largest concentration of corporate headquarters, Big Four offices, and financial services firms, while Boulder attracts technology and life sciences companies with in-house tax needs, and Colorado Springs draws defense contractors and regional employers with dedicated tax functions.
Are there remote tax manager jobs in Colorado?
Yes, and more than most fields. About 65% of tax manager openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how much of the work centers on analysis, compliance filings, and software-based reporting rather than physical presence. Federal and state income tax compliance work, in particular, translates well to fully remote arrangements, while roles requiring close collaboration with local finance teams tend to be hybrid.
How can I get hired as a tax manager in Colorado with little or no experience?
The most realistic path is starting as a tax associate or staff accountant at a public accounting firm with a Colorado office, then building toward a senior associate role before moving into management. Large firms in Denver run structured development programs that give early-career candidates hands-on exposure to compliance and review work. Passing the CPA exam early and earning a master's in taxation strengthens your candidacy significantly, even before you accumulate years of experience.
Where can I find and apply to tax manager jobs in Colorado?
You can find and apply to tax manager jobs in Colorado on Migrate Mate, which lists current Colorado openings. Search for roles that match your experience level and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit your background.
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