Tax Senior Manager Jobs in Iowa
Tax Senior Manager jobs in Iowa concentrate in public accounting, financial services, and corporate tax functions, with consistent demand across Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, and the Quad Cities. Firms like RSM, Principal Financial Group, and Collins Aerospace maintain tax leadership teams in Iowa and hire at the senior manager level on a recurring basis. The most sought-after specialties in the state include federal corporate tax compliance, state and local tax, and partnership taxation. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Our company is a progressive and storied public accounting firm that has served Northeast Iowa since 1943. Founded by a former auditor for the Iowa State Auditor’s Office, we have grown into a multi-office firm providing high-quality auditing, management, and tax solutions. We pride ourselves on offering comprehensive financial strategies that go beyond the tax return to help our clients achieve long-term personal and professional success.
About the Position: We are seeking a seasoned Senior Tax Accountant to join our Waverly, Iowa team. This is a high-impact role requiring at least 5 years of experience in complex taxation. You will provide sophisticated tax planning and preparation for a diverse client base, including corporations, partnerships, and individuals. This position is designed for a professional looking for a stable, long-term home with a clear path toward firm ownership.
Key Responsibilities
Tax Preparation & Planning: Lead the preparation and review of complex federal and state tax returns for individuals, C-Corps, S-Corps, and Partnerships.
Compliance Oversight: Ensure all filings adhere to current IRS and Iowa state tax laws; stay abreast of changing tax legislation to provide proactive advice to clients.
Client Advisory: Act as a trusted advisor, offering comprehensive financial solutions tailored to the specific personal and professional circumstances of our clients.
Technical Research: Conduct in-depth research on complex tax issues to support client strategies and resolve IRS or state-level inquiries.
Mentorship: Provide guidance and technical review for junior accounting staff to ensure accuracy and professional development within the firm.
Business Growth: Support the firm’s commitment to high-quality service, contributing to client retention and the pursuit of new financial solutions.
Required Qualifications
Experience: 5+ years of progressive experience in public accounting, specifically within corporate, partnership, and individual taxation.
Certification: CPA (Certified Public Accountant) or EA (Enrolled Agent) is highly preferred.
Local Presence: Must be a local candidate residing in or willing to commute to Waverly, IA (Relocation assistance is not provided).
Software Proficiency: Experience with standard tax preparation and accounting software (e.g., UltraTax, CCH, or similar).
Logistics: Ability to work in the Waverly office at least 3 days per week.
Preferred Qualifications
Career Ambition: Desire to pursue firm ownership opportunities within a growing regional practice.
Northeast Iowa Market Knowledge: Familiarity with the unique financial needs of businesses and individuals along the US 20 corridor.
Benefits & Perks
Healthcare: Medical, dental, and vision insurance (Company contributes $425.00/month toward employee medical benefits).
Life & Family: Company-paid life insurance; comprehensive maternity and fraternity leave policies.
Retirement: Firm-sponsored retirement planning options.
Career Path: Explicit opportunity for Firm Ownership for high-performing senior professionals.
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Wazeer Khan & Abbas Khan
Pay: $90,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Dependent health insurance coverage
- Employee discount
- Family leave
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid training
- Parental leave
- Profit sharing
- Relocation assistance
- Stock options
- Travel reimbursement
- Vision insurance
- Work from home
Application Question(s):
- Experience: 5+ years of progressive experience in public accounting, specifically within corporate, partnership, and individual taxation.
- CPA (Certified Public Accountant) or EA (Enrolled Agent) is highly preferred.
- Experience with standard tax preparation and accounting software (e.g., UltraTax, CCH, or similar).
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Waverly, IA 50677
Our company is a progressive and storied public accounting firm that has served Northeast Iowa since 1943. Founded by a former auditor for the Iowa State Auditor’s Office, we have grown into a multi-office firm providing high-quality auditing, management, and tax solutions. We pride ourselves on offering comprehensive financial strategies that go beyond the tax return to help our clients achieve long-term personal and professional success.
About the Position: We are seeking a seasoned Senior Tax Accountant to join our Waverly, Iowa team. This is a high-impact role requiring at least 5 years of experience in complex taxation. You will provide sophisticated tax planning and preparation for a diverse client base, including corporations, partnerships, and individuals. This position is designed for a professional looking for a stable, long-term home with a clear path toward firm ownership.
Key Responsibilities
Tax Preparation & Planning: Lead the preparation and review of complex federal and state tax returns for individuals, C-Corps, S-Corps, and Partnerships.
Compliance Oversight: Ensure all filings adhere to current IRS and Iowa state tax laws; stay abreast of changing tax legislation to provide proactive advice to clients.
Client Advisory: Act as a trusted advisor, offering comprehensive financial solutions tailored to the specific personal and professional circumstances of our clients.
Technical Research: Conduct in-depth research on complex tax issues to support client strategies and resolve IRS or state-level inquiries.
Mentorship: Provide guidance and technical review for junior accounting staff to ensure accuracy and professional development within the firm.
Business Growth: Support the firm’s commitment to high-quality service, contributing to client retention and the pursuit of new financial solutions.
Required Qualifications
Experience: 5+ years of progressive experience in public accounting, specifically within corporate, partnership, and individual taxation.
Certification: CPA (Certified Public Accountant) or EA (Enrolled Agent) is highly preferred.
Local Presence: Must be a local candidate residing in or willing to commute to Waverly, IA (Relocation assistance is not provided).
Software Proficiency: Experience with standard tax preparation and accounting software (e.g., UltraTax, CCH, or similar).
Logistics: Ability to work in the Waverly office at least 3 days per week.
Preferred Qualifications
Career Ambition: Desire to pursue firm ownership opportunities within a growing regional practice.
Northeast Iowa Market Knowledge: Familiarity with the unique financial needs of businesses and individuals along the US 20 corridor.
Benefits & Perks
Healthcare: Medical, dental, and vision insurance (Company contributes $425.00/month toward employee medical benefits).
Life & Family: Company-paid life insurance; comprehensive maternity and fraternity leave policies.
Retirement: Firm-sponsored retirement planning options.
Career Path: Explicit opportunity for Firm Ownership for high-performing senior professionals.
Thanks
Wazeer Khan & Abbas Khan
Pay: $90,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Dependent health insurance coverage
- Employee discount
- Family leave
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid training
- Parental leave
- Profit sharing
- Relocation assistance
- Stock options
- Travel reimbursement
- Vision insurance
- Work from home
Application Question(s):
- Experience: 5+ years of progressive experience in public accounting, specifically within corporate, partnership, and individual taxation.
- CPA (Certified Public Accountant) or EA (Enrolled Agent) is highly preferred.
- Experience with standard tax preparation and accounting software (e.g., UltraTax, CCH, or similar).
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Waverly, IA 50677
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The qualifications that appear most often in tax senior manager jobs across Iowa.
- Active CPA license issued or recognized by the Iowa Accountancy Examining Board required
- Bachelor's or master's degree in accounting, taxation, or a closely related field
- Seven or more years of progressive tax experience in public accounting or corporate tax
- Demonstrated expertise in federal and multi-state corporate income tax compliance and reporting
- Experience reviewing complex tax returns and managing a team of tax professionals
- Proficiency with tax software such as Thomson Reuters ONESOURCE or CCH Axcess Tax
Tax Senior Manager Jobs in Iowa: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a tax senior manager in Iowa?
The concrete path starts with earning a CPA license through the Iowa Accountancy Examining Board, which requires passing the Uniform CPA Examination, completing the required accounting education hours, and fulfilling supervised experience. Most candidates move through staff and senior associate roles at a public accounting firm or in a corporate tax department, building compliance and review experience before stepping into a manager role and then advancing to senior manager after demonstrating leadership over client engagements or tax teams.
How much do tax senior managers make in Iowa?
Tax senior managers in Iowa earn a median of about $77,440 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $51,420 for the lowest 10% to over $123,700 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire tax senior managers in Iowa?
Iowa tax senior manager roles are posted by Honkamp, Danfoss, and UHY LLP and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Iowa's concentration of insurance, financial services, and manufacturing headquarters in Des Moines and Cedar Rapids makes those employers particularly active at the senior manager level.
Which Iowa cities have the most tax senior manager jobs?
Waverly, Des Moines, and Iowa have the most tax senior manager openings in Iowa. Des Moines drives the largest share given its density of insurance carriers, financial institutions, and regional accounting firm offices, while Cedar Rapids and the Quad Cities add volume through manufacturing and agribusiness headquarters that maintain in-house tax functions at the senior level.
Are there remote tax senior manager jobs in Iowa?
Yes, and more than most fields. About 100% of tax senior manager openings tied to Iowa are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the desk-based and analytical nature of the work. Compliance review, tax provision work, and client advisory functions are the sub-areas most commonly offered on a fully remote or hybrid basis.
How can I get hired as a tax senior manager in Iowa with little or no experience?
The most realistic path is entering through a staff accountant or tax associate role at a Des Moines or Cedar Rapids public accounting firm, where rotational programs at firms like RSM or regional practices give early-career candidates structured progression toward manager and then senior manager. Lateral moves from financial analyst or internal audit roles at Iowa corporate employers can also open the door, especially when paired with active CPA examination progress or completion, which Iowa hiring managers treat as the primary credentialing edge.
Where can I find and apply to tax senior manager jobs in Iowa?
You can find and apply to tax senior manager jobs in Iowa on Migrate Mate, which lists current Iowa openings. Search the roles available, find the ones that fit your background and location preference, and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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