Senior Tax Manager

Who We Are

About Ascend

At Ascend we recognize the struggles that accounting & finance professionals face in traditional firmsfrom rigid hierarchies and overwhelming workloads to the elusive work-life balance. We believe your ambition should not be constrained by outdated practices or opaque career paths. Here youre not just a number but a valued member of a community that champions both your professional and personal fulfillment. Our mission is to transform the public accounting experience into one where work-life harmony is a reality and where your career advancement is supported by a nurturing network and robust resources.

Backed by private equity from people-focused Alpine Investors Ascend is building a dynamic platform for regional accounting firms that enables them to stay independent while accessing the resources of a Top 25 firm to help them grow. Ascend provides access to growth capital robust talent acquisition and training leading quality management resourcesbest-of-breed technology AI tools an offshore captive shared back-office services a catalytic leadership system and modernized equity incentives so that firms can surmount todays industry challenges to reach their full potential.

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About Wilson Lewis

Wilson Lewis is a growing accounting and advisory firm with offices in Duluth Atlanta Alpharetta and Gainesville designed to make life easier for clients. Our main objective is to offer quality advisory services personal attention and serve as an economic guide to protect and grow your future.

At Wilson Lewis we believe that great work begins with great people. Youll join a firm where collaboration professional growth and a genuine sense of community are part of everyday life. We take pride in providing high-quality client service in a supportive flexible environment and were looking for team members who share our values of excellence integrity and 2025 we are a Regional Leader (Accounting Today) an Inside Public Accounting Top 500 Firm have been recognized as a Best Place to Work in Georgia (Georgia Trend Magazine) and Atlanta (Atlanta Business Chronicle) and earned the Best of Accounting Client Satisfaction credential from ClearlyRated.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Tax Manager to join our collaborative people-first team!

As a Tax Senior Manager you will serve as a primary technical resource and people leader within the tax department overseeing complex engagements developing managers and seniors and acting as a main client contact for a portfolio of relationships. You will work closely with partners to manage risk drive quality and contribute meaningfully to the growth and culture of the firm.

This role is ideal for a technically strong client-focused professional who is ready to operate with a high degree of autonomy lead difficult conversations and help shape the next generation of Wilson Lewis talent.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and review complex tax engagements for individuals partnerships corporations trust estates and non-profits ensuring the highest standards of technical accuracy and documentation before partner review.
• Serve as the primary technical resource for seniors and staff remaining current on tax developments leading internal training and driving the teams technical proficiency.
• Act as a main point of contact for a portfolio of clients; maintain proactive communication throughout the year and attend client meetings independently as appropriate.
• Lead planning budgeting and staffing for engagements; monitor budget compliance across the team and communicate out-of-scope billing opportunities to partners early.
• Directly supervise seniors and staff during engagements hold regular update meetings provide timely and constructive review feedback and ensure all workpapers are complete and signed off prior to partner review.
• Handle problems and conflicts on behalf of the team offering solutions rather than simply escalating challenges with minimal involvement from partners.
• Participate in prospective client meetings assist with proposal development and contribute to new business growth in accordance with annual targets.
• Conduct and support sophisticated tax research and write consultation memos as needed; leverage research projects to develop junior staff.
• Identify and communicate professional development opportunities for team members; ensure all direct reports have active career maps and receive regular meaningful feedback.
• Make substantive contributions to the firm outside of direct client service including recruiting process improvement software implementation and staff development.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in accounting finance or related field
• CPA license required
• 8 years of public accounting experience in tax with demonstrated progression into a supervisory or leadership role
• Deep technical knowledge across corporate partnership and individual taxation
• Proven ability to manage multiple complex engagements simultaneously and meet deadlines
• Strong client relationship skills with experience serving as a primary client contact
• Demonstrated ability to lead develop and motivate teams

Preferred Qualifications

• Subject matter expertise in 2 or more industries or specialty tax areas (e.g. multi-state high-net-worth individuals non-profits estates and trusts)
• Experience with CCH Axcess UltraTax QuickBooks and Microsoft Office
• Track record of contributing to business development or client expansion initiatives
• Experience with workforce planning hiring or performance management processes

What We Offer

At Wilson Lewis we believe that great work begins with great people. Youll join a firm where collaboration professional growth and a genuine sense of community are part of everyday life. We take pride in providing high-quality client service in a supportive flexible environment and were looking for team members who share our values of excellence integrity and fun. We are a Regional Leader (Accounting Today) the #24 Fastest-Growing Firm in the US (Accounting Today 2026) an Inside Public Accounting Top 500 Firm have been recognized as a Best Place to Work in Georgia (Georgia Trend Magazine) and Atlanta (Atlanta Business Chronicle) and earned the Best of Accounting Client Satisfaction credential from ClearlyRated.

We hire good people and give them a good place to work. Our secret to keeping them around is a positive culture strong community involvement and a dedication to constantly increasing our competencies. We truly believe that when you succeed the firm succeeds and we make sure you have whatever tools you need to make that success possible.

Join our team and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that supports well-being health and ongoing professional growth:

• Unlimited PTO
• Medical Dental Vision & Voluntary Insurance Options
• 401(k) Matching
• Annual Performance Bonus
• Commitment to Professional Development
• Optional Equity Program Eligibility at Sr. Manager Level top performing Managers

How to Apply

Submit your information in the application section directly below! This will include:

• Basic contact information
• Resume/CV and optional cover letter upload
• Work eligibility and compensation
• Voluntary demographic & self-ID questions

For questions or inquiries about the role please reach out to Kim Chedgy Manager of Recruiting at.

We provide a fair and equal employment opportunity for all candidates regardless of race color religion national origin gender pregnancy sexual orientation gender identity/expression age marital status disability or any other legally protected characteristic. We hire and promote individuals solely based on qualifications for the position to be filled and business needs.