Tax Senior Manager

Company: Gilbert CPAs
Location: Sacramento
Posted on: February 15, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Salary: Do you love public accounting and want to join a team that will encourage your professional growth and the opportunity to work with a diverse client base? Would you appreciate being a part of a firm that truly values your efforts and contributions? Supportive, motivating, inclusive, and approachable leadership are more than words to us, at Gilbert, they are our foundation. Gilbert CPAs is one of the largest regional accounting firms and has been serving individuals and organizations in Sacramento and throughout California since 1984. We offer audit, tax, and consulting services to a wide variety of clients including privately held businesses, non-profits, public entity risk pools, educational entities, governmental entities, and employee benefit plans. Were passionate about what we do and the clients we serve. We have been recognized by the Sacramento Business Journal as an A Employer. We're proud to share that Gilbert CPAs has been honored as a 2024 "Best Places to Work" by the Sacramento Business Journal. Here at Gilbert, we take pride in our "culture of caring" and by joining our team you will be able to experience it firsthand. Whether it's supporting our team, serving our clients, or giving back to our community, you'll be part of something special at Gilbert CPAs. We are currently seeking a Tax Senior Manager to join the Gilbert CPA team. This individual should be a CPA, with at least 7 years of experience in public accounting, specifically taxation. We are seeking an individual with excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project-management skills. Responsibilities: Senior managers perform all manager responsibilities, plus additional responsibilities as listed below. Close interaction with partners. Responsible for all phases of tax preparation, tax planning, tax research, tax audit representation, audit, compilation, review, or accounting services engagement. Serves as a primary contact to clients and effectively plans, organizes, and independently conducts activities, including work through client presentation. Demonstrates a high degree of loyalty and commitment to the Firm. Oversees multiple engagements and takes responsibility for resolving issues that arise during engagements. Assists partners in maintaining and monitoring high-quality control standards. Drafts and assists in the presentation of proposals for engagements and development of new clients. Continues to demonstrate a high level of technical expertise and develops reputation in a given industry/service line. Supervises and reviews staff, seniors, and managers. Develops and motivates staff and provides them with counseling and career guidance. Responsible for billing clients. Actively participates in Firm industry teams and assists in the development of the Strategic Plan. Develops and maintains client relationships. Participates in firm recruiting efforts. Maintains knowledge of general economic and political trends of possible tax or other legislation that could affect the business climate. Qualifications: A current and valid certified public accountant license is required; must be a member in good standing with the American Institute of CPA's Prefer at least seven (7) years of experience in public accounting, demonstrating a progression in complexity, scope, and number of tax or audit engagements managed. Demonstrated ability to bring in new business to a CPA firm. Bachelor's degree (B.A.) Supervisory experience required Ability to develop and maintain strong client relationships Provides superior customer service Must have excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills, as well as project management and analytical skills Customarily and regularly exercises discretion and independent judgment This role is based out of our Natomas, Sacramento area office. A hybrid work schedule is offered after the training period. Benefits: Gilbert CPA provides a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401K with company match, paid life insurance and long-term disability, generous paid time off, and ten days paid holiday. The firm is also pleased to provide employees with a training budget for professional development and professional licensure. EOE

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