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Tax Manager in San Diego

Date Posted: 30 October 2026

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Job Description

Tax Manager

Location: San Diego, CA

Overview

A national tax, assurance and advisory CPA firm is seeking a Tax Manager for its San Diego, California office. This role is a valued advisor delivering tax and business advisory services and tax compliance to small business and middle market clients, working side-by-side with firm leadership to serve clients and build the business while coaching a team of talented staff. Hybrid flexibility is available.

Responsibilities

  • Provide tax, accounting and advisory services to small business and middle market clients
  • Oversee services for accounting, bookkeeping and prepared or compiled financial statements
  • Review and analyze client accounting records and reporting, provide analysis and consultation, and discuss accounting and business matters with clients
  • Deliver responsive, timely, professional and accurate client service
  • Lead and plan client engagements and continuously improve processes, with emphasis on efficiency and identifying internal control issues
  • Recommend business and process improvements based on knowledge of client operations and objectives
  • Manage and build client relationships, resolve client issues and help identify additional services for clients
  • Delegate and oversee team work by setting goals, providing resources, removing obstacles and scheduling deadlines
  • Maintain current knowledge of local, state and federal tax practices and laws
  • Help manage engagement staffing, billing and collections and meet client profitability targets
  • Network and build strong relationships internally, with clients and in the community
  • Support the growth and development of team members, helping associates meet their professional goals

Qualifications

  • 4-year degree
  • CPA, law license or Enrolled Agent
  • 5 years of experience providing federal and state tax compliance, accounting and advisory services in a professional services firm
  • 2 years of supervisory experience mentoring and counseling associates
  • Strong management, analytical, organizational, interpersonal, project management and communication skills
  • Highly developed software and Microsoft Office skills
  • Eligibility to work in the U.S. without sponsorship preferred

If you are interested in connecting further about this opportunity or other public accounting opportunities, please apply here or email me directly at austin.eppard@gogpac.com or call/text (605) 872-5131.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

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