Tax Manager

About SlateBridge Tax & Consulting

SlateBridge Tax & Consulting is a growing CPA firm dedicated to providing high-quality tax planning, tax preparation, and advisory services to individuals, businesses, trusts, and estates. Our practice has experienced significant growth and continues to expand through a commitment to exceptional client service, technical excellence, and practical tax solutions.

We are intentionally building a different kind of CPA firm. While many firms continue to operate under traditional models and processes, we believe there is a better way. We encourage collaborative thinking, continuous improvement, and the thoughtful use of technology to create a better experience for both clients and team members. We value professionals who are willing to challenge assumptions, contribute new ideas, and help us build more efficient and scalable systems.

As a growing practice, we are not looking for someone who simply wants to prepare and review returns. We are seeking a trusted tax professional who enjoys solving problems, improving processes, and contributing to the long-term success of the firm – you will be part of building and growing a brand and a practice. This is an opportunity to have a meaningful voice in how the practice evolves while working directly with firm leadership on a wide variety of tax engagements.

Responsibilities

· Prepare and review federal and state tax returns for:

o Individuals (Form 1040)

o S Corporations (Form 1120-S)

o Partnerships (Form 1065)

o Trusts and Estates (Form 1041)

o C Corporations (Form 1120) as needed

· Perform detailed first-level reviews of staff prepared returns to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance.

· Identify and resolve tax issues prior to final partner review.

· Communicate directly with clients regarding missing information, tax questions, and return status.

· Manage multiple engagements simultaneously while meeting deadlines.

· Review source documents, financial statements, bookkeeping records, and tax workpapers.

· Prepare tax estimates and planning projections as needed.

· Document tax positions and maintain organized electronic workpapers.

· Collaborate with firm leadership to improve processes and maintain high quality standards.

· Identify opportunities to improve workflows, increase efficiency, and enhance the client experience.

· Contribute ideas regarding technology, automation, and practice management systems.

· Assist in developing and refining standardized procedures, review processes, and internal documentation.

· Leverage software and technology tools to streamline tax preparation and review processes.

· Participate in ongoing discussions regarding firm operations, growth initiatives, and best practices.

What We’re Looking For

The ideal candidate is technically strong, highly organized, and client-focused, but also possesses an entrepreneurial mindset – this is a newer firm, the position is on the ground level and is a chance to have a say in how things go. We appreciate professionals who enjoy finding better ways to accomplish tasks, are comfortable with technology, and are interested in helping build a modern, efficient CPA practice. Candidates who have experience implementing software solutions, automating workflows, improving firm processes, or helping shape operational strategy are especially encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

The following are required for this role:

· Active CPA license in good standing.

· Minimum of 5–7 years of progressive public accounting and tax experience.

· Hands-on experience both preparing and reviewing federal and state returns across individuals, S corporations, partnerships, and trusts and estates (Forms 1040, 1120-S, 1065, and 1041); experience with C corporations (Form 1120) a plus.

· Demonstrated experience reviewing returns prepared by others and identifying and resolving tax issues prior to partner review.

· Experience supervising, training, or mentoring staff preparers, with the ability to manage and develop a small team.

· Strong technical knowledge of federal and multi-state taxation; familiarity with Oregon and Washington filings preferred.

· Proficiency with professional tax preparation software and comfort working in cloud-based, paperless workflows.

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the confidence to work directly with clients.

· Highly organized, with a proven ability to manage multiple engagements and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

· Located in the Portland metro area and able to work a hybrid schedule with regular in-office collaboration; this is not a fully remote role.

· Experience implementing software solutions, automating workflows, or improving firm processes is a strong plus.

Compensation, Benefits & Schedule

We offer a competitive compensation package and the chance to grow with the firm:

· Base salary of $100,000–$120,000, commensurate with experience.

· Performance-based bonus is tied to the growth and success of the firm.

· Hybrid work schedule that balances flexibility with regular in-office collaboration. We value working together as a team, not in isolation.

· Paid time off, plus firm-covered continuing professional education (CPE) and CPA license renewal fees.

· The opportunity to manage and develop staff preparers and work directly with firm leadership.

· Significant opportunity for growth and advancement as the firm scales. This is a ground-floor role with a real voice in how the practice evolves.

· As a growing firm, we are actively building out our broader benefits program.

Pay: $100,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Continuing education credits
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Tualatin, OR 97062