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Tax Manager (Strategic Tax Planning & Client Advisory)

Washington & Co Inc., Bowie, MD, United States


Tax Manager (Strategic Tax Planning & Client Advisory)
Washington & Co Inc. is a leading provider of strategic tax and accounting advisory services, specializing in tax planning, tax preparation, tax resolution, entity creation and dissolution, monthly accounting, payroll, and proactive CFO services. With over 17 years of expertise, we are committed to delivering forward-thinking solutions and results-driven financial strategies for our clients.

Position Description
Tax Strategist – Strategic Thinker Wanted
We are looking for a confident, experienced, and licensed Tax Strategist who thrives on strategy, not just compliance. This isn’t a role for someone who wants to stay buried in tax prep—it’s for someone who wants to look ahead, anticipate issues before they happen, and help clients grow through smart, forward-thinking tax planning.

If you love advising clients year-round, uncovering tax savings, and being the person they trust to guide their financial decisions—not just react to them—you’re exactly who I want on my team.

Position Overview
This is a leadership role within our Tax Planning Department.

The Tax Manager will:

Own client relationships

Oversee and improve tax planning processes

Ensure timely and accurate execution of all tax strategies

Support and develop team members

Serve as a key leader in stabilizing and scaling the department

This role requires both technical expertise and operational leadership .

Key Responsibilities
Client Advisory & Tax Planning Leadership

Lead tax planning engagements from kickoff through implementation and quarterly reviews

Present tax strategies clearly and confidently to clients

Serve as primary advisor for high-income and complex clients

Respond to client inquiries in a timely and professional manner

Execution & Accountability

Ensure all tax strategies are implemented accurately and on time (e.g., entity elections, estimated tax planning, filings)

Review and oversee tax returns for business owners and high-net-worth individuals

Maintain and update tax planning calculations and projections throughout the year

Identify and resolve errors before they impact clients

Process & Workflow Management

Implement and enforce structured workflows within ClickUp

Ensure all tasks, deadlines, and deliverables are tracked and completed

Improve internal processes to increase efficiency and reduce errors

Establish accountability across the tax planning team

Train and mentor team members transitioning into tax planning roles

Review work and provide clear feedback and direction

Support development of internal training materials

Elevate overall team performance and technical capability

Stay current on tax law changes and proactively apply them to client strategies

Research and develop advanced tax strategies for business owners

Partner with leadership to improve service delivery and client experience

Qualifications
Required

5+ years of tax experience (with strong exposure to tax planning)

Experience managing client relationships directly

Strong knowledge of business tax (S Corps, partnerships, entity structuring)

Proven ability to manage multiple clients and deadlines

Strong communication and problem-solving skills

Preferred

CPA or EA

Experience in a tax planning or advisory-focused firm

Experience managing or mentoring staff

Familiarity with tools such as QuickBooks, ProConnect, Corvee, ClickUp, and Excel

What We Are Looking For
We are looking for someone who:

Takes ownership and follows through

Is proactive, not reactive

Can identify problems and fix them

Communicates clearly and confidently with clients

Thrives in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment

Salary Range: $95,000 – $120,000 (based on experience)

100% Remote

Education assistance (up to $5,250 after 1 year)

Access to CPE.com

CPA: $2,000

EA: $1,500

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