Tax Manager

Tax Manager job description

Tax managers should possess strong communication and analytical skills. They also must have expertise in various types of tax returns and financial statements, as well as industry and government regulations, and should be proficient in Excel and tax software and technology. Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, economics or business and five to seven years of experience in tax accounting, with at least two years of supervisory experience. Companies place a premium on those with a CPA designation, an MBA or a master’s degree in taxation, or a background in public accounting.

Typical tax manager duties:

Preparing and reviewing complex income tax returns

Assisting in quality control review for all financial statements

Reviewing corporate tax returns for completeness and accuracy

Assisting with research and planning according to current tax laws

Assisting in planning and compliance regarding tax matters, such as waivers and tax returns

Assisting in the review and oversight of the preparation of quarterly tax projections and communication of required estimated tax payments

Ensuring compliance with financial and tax reporting policies and procedures

Communicating tax best business practices to accounting managers and staff accountants

Hiring, training and supervising tax staff

Looking for a tax manager or a tax manager job?

Request candidates now and a specialized recruiter will typically contact you within one business day to discuss your staffing needs and help you hire a tax manager.

Search tax manager openings and apply now or submit your resume to be considered for opportunities that match your experience.

Advanced Excel

Corporate tax compliance and filing

Financial reporting and analysis tools

Governmental accounting

Regulatory and standards compliance

Tax audit management

Tax compliance

Tax provision and ASC 740

Tax research and planning

Tax technologies and automation

Transfer pricing

National salary range for Tax Manager

112250 - 151250

Low

112250

The candidate is new to the role or has limited experience and is still developing core skills.

Mid

132000

The candidate has moderate experience in the role or one similar, meets most requirements and may hold transferable skills or relevant certifications.

High

151250

The candidate has extensive experience in the role, demonstrates advanced skills and often brings specialized certifications or industry experience.

Projected salaries for related positions

Job title

Low

Mid

High

Tax Director

142500

176000

218250

Senior Tax Accountant

86750

105250

119750

Tax Accountant

67250

78500

96000

Explore more salaries

Newest Tax Manager jobs

Search all jobs

Advisor, Payroll Tax & Accounting

Accounting Manager

Tax Manager - Public

Looking to hire? Start here.

Access the skilled permanent and contract talent you need—from support roles to C-suite—with precision matching powered by Robert Half recruiters leveraging their experience combined together with our industry-leading AI technology.

Hire talent

More to explore

2027 Salary Guide Explore the latest data for roles in 7 professional fields and know what you should pay or earn in local and national markets.

Demand for Skilled Talent Check out our Demand for Skilled Talent report to learn about employers’ hiring plans and needs.

Labor market overview Stay on top of U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and job posting data to learn about today’s hiring market.

Pay and Compensation Highlights Dive deeper into salary and total compensation trends across a range of professional roles and industries.

What's inside the Salary Guide Learn how our salary benchmarks reflect accurate marketplace data through a rigorous, multistep verification process.

The salary benchmarks in the Salary Guide From Robert Half are the result of a rigorous, multistep process designed to reflect projected market trends for 2027. They are based on actual compensation for professionals Robert Half has placed nationwide, along with third-party job posting data from Textkernel that we use for independent validation. Learn more about our methodology.