Tax Manager

Job overview

The Tax Manager role is hybrid, with office options in Bellevue, Kelso, Lacey, or Vancouver, WA; the listed salary range is $100,000–$150,000 per year. The role supports Opsahl Dawson, an accounting, tax preparation, and bookkeeping firm within Ascend’s regional accounting platform. The manager oversees client tax work, ensures accurate and timely filings, and advises clients on complex tax matters and risk management. The role also supports team development, service quality, and operational efficiency through review, mentorship, and process improvement.

What you'll do

• Manage a client portfolio and deliver high-quality service
• ensure accuracy and compliance in tax preparation, review, and filing
• review work from managers, tax seniors, staff, and interns
• improve project efficiency
• mentor and guide team members
• research tax regulations and consult on complex matters
• contribute to business development and departmental efficiency.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

tax manager

ascend partner firms

opsahl dawson

hybrid

kelso wa

bellevue wa

lacey wa

vancouver wa

$100k–$150k per year

cpa or ea

public accounting

tax compliance

client portfolio

unlimited pto

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Unlimited PTO
• medical, dental, vision, and voluntary insurance
• 401(k) matching
• annual performance bonus
• 12 paid holidays
• flexible scheduling
• $500 annual vacation incentive
• professional development
• equity program eligibility for qualifying employees.

Why this role

Requires CPA or EA, a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field, and 7+ years of public accounting experience. Benefits include unlimited PTO, insurance options, 401(k) matching, annual performance bonus, 12 paid holidays, flexible scheduling, professional development, and potential equity eligibility.

About the employer

Ascend Partner Firms is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Certified Public Accountants. Sector: 54.