Tax Manager, Tax Services (Salary Range: $149,000 – 200,000 DOE)
Join the HKP Tax Team!
Are you an experienced public tax manager who enjoys solving complex tax issues, building trusted client relationships, and mentoring others in a collaborative environment? Do you thrive when you can combine technical expertise with thoughtful client service and team leadership? If so, we’d love to meet you.
HKP Advisors (HKP), based in Seattle, has been delivering high-touch, high-quality client service since 1974. Our mission is simple: to help clients navigate an ever-changing accounting landscape with clarity, confidence, and exceptional care. We are proud of our long-standing legacy — and even prouder of the collaborative, people-focused culture we continue to build.
At HKP, you won’t be just another accountant — you’ll be a trusted advisor and valued team member helping individuals and closely held, owner-managed businesses navigate important tax decisions with confidence.
In 2026, HKP was once again recognized as one of the Top 25 Accounting Firms in the Puget Sound by the Puget Sound Business Journal and one of the Top 500 Firms in the U.S. by Inside Public Accounting. We were also honored with CultureID’s Great Company Culture Award, highlighting our commitment to creating a workplace where people feel valued, supported, and inspired to do their best work.
Join Our Team as a Tax Manager
We are seeking a Tax Manager with 6+ years of current public accounting tax experience and the ability and desire for continued professional growth. This role works closely with individuals, families, and closely held or owner-managed businesses across a range of industries.
This opportunity is ideal for someone who brings strong technical tax knowledge, enjoys developing client relationships, and wants to contribute leadership skills within a supportive, team-based environment.
Duties Include:
· Manage and review individual, business, trust, estate, and other tax returns for accuracy, completeness, and technical quality.
· Serve as a trusted advisor to clients by identifying planning opportunities, answering tax questions, and supporting thoughtful decision-making.
· Work directly with owners, managers, and staff to coordinate client engagements and ensure deadlines are met.
· Research and resolve complex tax matters involving individuals and closely held or owner-managed businesses.
· Provide leadership, coaching, and technical guidance to staff and senior accountants.
· Review workpapers, tax projections, and related client deliverables.
· Maintain strong client relationships through timely, professional, and proactive communication.
· Assist with workflow management, scheduling, and prioritization during peak filing seasons.
· Support staff development through mentoring, feedback, and knowledge sharing.
· Participate in firm initiatives, process improvement efforts, and business development activities as appropriate.
· Cultivate referral contacts and contribute to the continued growth of the firm.
· Perform other related duties as assigned.
Ideal Candidates Will:
· Have 6+ years of current public accounting experience in taxation.
· Demonstrate strong, in-depth knowledge of accounting and tax principles.
· Identify opportunities for problem solving and planning related to complex taxation issues.
· Bring experience reviewing multiple concurrent individual and entity income tax returns.
· Communicate professionally and effectively with clients, colleagues, and firm leaders.
· Enjoy working directly with clients and building long-term advisory relationships.
· Mentor staff and contribute to a diverse, collaborative team environment.
· Be proficient with industry software applications and comfortable learning new technology.
· Appreciate opportunities for continued professional skill development.
· Welcome a collegial atmosphere with a high degree of collaboration and support.
· Demonstrate outstanding attention to detail and accuracy.
Required Qualifications:
· Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Taxation, Accounting, or a related field.
· Active CPA license, IRS Enrolled Agent credential, or tax attorney license (JD).
· 6+ years of current public accounting tax experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
· Experience serving closely held businesses, owner-managed businesses, high-net-worth individuals, trusts, estates, and investment entities.
· Experience with tax planning, technical research, and client advisory work.
· Experience mentoring or supervising staff in a public accounting environment.
· Familiarity with CCH Axcess or similar tax and document management software.
What Success Looks Like:
· High-Quality Client Deliverables: Tax returns and planning projects are high quality, technically accurate, and thoughtfully prepared.
· Accountability: You are responsive to requests both internally & externally, and deliverables are well managed and completed timely.
· Mentoring and Coaching: Staff receive clear guidance, constructive feedback, and meaningful support.
· Curiosity in Problem Solving: Complex tax issues are researched, communicated, and resolved proactively.
· Teamwork: You contribute to a positive, collaborative, and high-performing team culture.
· Development Mindset: You continue building technical expertise, leadership capability, and referral relationships.
Work Schedule:
This is a full-time position that generally works Monday through Friday during standard business hours. Additional hours, including evenings and weekends, will be required during peak tax deadlines throughout the year.
Benefits:
We offer a comprehensive and thoughtfully designed benefits package to support your wellbeing, growth, and work-life balance. Our benefits include:
· Health, dental, and vision insurance
· 21 days of PTO plus ten paid holidays
· 401(k) retirement plan
· Firm-wide profit-sharing plan
· Home wellness plan to support your remote work environment
· Mentorship and training programs
· Continuing professional education and professional development support
· Dress-for-your-day culture
· Company-wide volunteer time and community involvement opportunities
· Flexible work arrangements where appropriate
Our Commitment to Equity and Inclusion:
HKP is committed to pay equity.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate all applicants fairly and without regard to sex, race, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, political ideology, age, national origin, color, veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristic. Every candidate is thoughtfully considered based on their experience, skills, aptitude, education, and professional track record.
Ready to Apply?
If you’re looking for an opportunity to grow as a tax leader, serve as a trusted advisor to clients, mentor talented colleagues, and contribute to a collaborative firm culture, we’d love to hear from you.
We will be in touch with qualified candidates for the next step.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $149,000.00 - $200,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
- Work from home
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Seattle, WA 98101
