Tax Manager Jobs in Wisconsin
Tax Manager jobs in Wisconsin draw consistent demand from corporate accounting departments, regional CPA firms, and large manufacturing and financial services employers, with openings at both senior individual contributor and department leadership levels. The heaviest hiring concentrates in Milwaukee, Madison, and Green Bay, where companies like Northwestern Mutual, Oshkosh Corporation, and Kohl's maintain sizable tax functions. The most sought-after specialties are corporate income tax compliance, state and local tax, and tax provision under ASC 740. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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At SVA, we’re more than just a firm; we’re a community dedicated to helping our employees, clients, and the world around us thrive. We’re looking for a high-performing Tax Manager to join our Brookfield, WI, office. If you’re ready to embrace a consultative role where you’ll lead, inspire, and deliver exceptional value, this is the opportunity for you.
As a Tax Manager, you’ll step into a dynamic, collaborative environment where your expertise and consultative approach will drive tax solutions for clients. You’ll manage complex engagements, lead and mentor a talented team, and build meaningful relationships with clients who rely on your strategic guidance. With a bachelor’s degree, CPA or EA certification, and 5+ years of public accounting tax experience, you’re positioned to make a significant impact on our clients and our firm.
We understand that great work happens when professionals have the tools and flexibility to succeed. The Tax Manager schedule includes standard hours of 8 AM to 5 PM, Monday through Friday, with busy season expectations of 55+ hours per week. To reward your hard work, we offer summer Fridays off, giving you the time to enjoy life outside of work.
SVA provides a benefits package as unique as your career aspirations. As a Tax Manager, you’ll enjoy profit sharing, a Lifestyle Spending Account, and the ability to select from multiple health plans that fit your lifestyle. These benefits reflect our commitment to helping you thrive professionally and personally.
In this Tax Manager role, you’ll adopt a consultative mindset, guiding clients through complex tax challenges with precision and care. Your ability to provide strategic, value-added insights will be key in maintaining client satisfaction and loyalty. This is more than a job; it’s an opportunity to elevate your career in a firm that invests in your success.
At SVA, we foster a culture that values continuous learning, professional growth, and flexibility. As a Tax Manager, you’ll be part of a supportive environment where your skills and consultative expertise are valued and rewarded.
Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Apply today to join SVA as a Tax Manager. The initial application takes fewer than three minutes, and you can expect a response within one week of submission.
Role is based in Wisconsin.
Don’t miss this chance to join a firm where your consultative skills can shine and where you can truly make a difference. Apply now and start your journey with SVA today!
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At SVA, we’re more than just a firm; we’re a community dedicated to helping our employees, clients, and the world around us thrive. We’re looking for a high-performing Tax Manager to join our Brookfield, WI, office. If you’re ready to embrace a consultative role where you’ll lead, inspire, and deliver exceptional value, this is the opportunity for you.
As a Tax Manager, you’ll step into a dynamic, collaborative environment where your expertise and consultative approach will drive tax solutions for clients. You’ll manage complex engagements, lead and mentor a talented team, and build meaningful relationships with clients who rely on your strategic guidance. With a bachelor’s degree, CPA or EA certification, and 5+ years of public accounting tax experience, you’re positioned to make a significant impact on our clients and our firm.
We understand that great work happens when professionals have the tools and flexibility to succeed. The Tax Manager schedule includes standard hours of 8 AM to 5 PM, Monday through Friday, with busy season expectations of 55+ hours per week. To reward your hard work, we offer summer Fridays off, giving you the time to enjoy life outside of work.
SVA provides a benefits package as unique as your career aspirations. As a Tax Manager, you’ll enjoy profit sharing, a Lifestyle Spending Account, and the ability to select from multiple health plans that fit your lifestyle. These benefits reflect our commitment to helping you thrive professionally and personally.
In this Tax Manager role, you’ll adopt a consultative mindset, guiding clients through complex tax challenges with precision and care. Your ability to provide strategic, value-added insights will be key in maintaining client satisfaction and loyalty. This is more than a job; it’s an opportunity to elevate your career in a firm that invests in your success.
At SVA, we foster a culture that values continuous learning, professional growth, and flexibility. As a Tax Manager, you’ll be part of a supportive environment where your skills and consultative expertise are valued and rewarded.
Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Apply today to join SVA as a Tax Manager. The initial application takes fewer than three minutes, and you can expect a response within one week of submission.
Role is based in Wisconsin.
Don’t miss this chance to join a firm where your consultative skills can shine and where you can truly make a difference. Apply now and start your journey with SVA today!
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
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What Wisconsin Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in tax manager jobs across Wisconsin.
- Active CPA license issued or recognized by the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field required
- Five or more years of progressive tax experience in public accounting or a corporate tax department
- Proven experience managing federal and state income tax compliance and reporting
- Proficiency with tax software such as OneSource, Vertex, or CCH Axcess
- Strong knowledge of ASC 740 income tax accounting and financial statement reporting
Tax Manager Jobs in Wisconsin: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a tax manager in Wisconsin?
Most Wisconsin employers require a CPA license issued through the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services, which oversees CPA examination eligibility and licensure in the state. Candidates typically hold a bachelor's degree in accounting and complete the additional credit hours Wisconsin requires for CPA licensure. From there, several years of progressive experience in tax compliance or provision work, often starting in public accounting, builds the technical depth employers expect before promoting into a management role.
How much do tax managers make in Wisconsin?
Tax managers in Wisconsin earn a median of about $79,400 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $58,340 for the lowest 10% to over $127,800 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire tax managers in Wisconsin?
Wisconsin tax manager roles are posted by BDO, MBE CPAs, and Wipfli and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Wisconsin's concentration of insurance, manufacturing, and retail headquarters means in-house corporate tax departments are a consistent source of management-level openings alongside regional public accounting firms.
Which Wisconsin cities have the most tax manager jobs?
Milwaukee, Madison, and Baraboo account for the largest share of tax manager openings in Wisconsin. Milwaukee leads as the state's primary corporate and financial services hub, anchored by large insurance, banking, and manufacturing headquarters, while Madison's mix of state government contractors, technology firms, and university-affiliated organizations drives steady demand, and Green Bay's industrial and food-processing employers round out the top markets.
Are there remote tax manager jobs in Wisconsin?
Yes, and more than most fields. About 81% of tax manager openings tied to Wisconsin are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how well the analytical and compliance-focused nature of tax work translates to distributed environments. Tax provision, federal compliance review, and research tasks are the functions most commonly offered on a fully remote basis, while roles with significant team leadership or audit liaison responsibility more often require at least partial on-site presence.
How can I get hired as a tax manager in Wisconsin with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through a staff or senior tax associate role at a Wisconsin regional CPA firm, where firms such as Wipfli, Sikich, and Baker Tilly's Milwaukee and Madison offices regularly hire candidates without prior management experience and develop them through structured advancement tracks. From corporate roles, lateral moves from financial reporting analyst or general ledger accountant positions are common entry points into a tax team. Completing CPA exam sections early and building exposure to OneSource or CCH software adds a meaningful edge when applying to management-track roles.
Where can I find and apply to tax manager jobs in Wisconsin?
You can find and apply to tax manager jobs in Wisconsin on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from Wisconsin employers. Search the listings, identify the roles that match your background and target market, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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