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Posted 22 July, 2026

Tax Manager

LHH US
Walnut Creek, CA, US Full Time

Job Description

Job Description
LHH is partnering with a local CPA firm on a search for a Tax Manager/Tax Director who will work hybrid for their office in Walnut Creek, CA. The Tax Manager will assume responsibility for managing a substantial existing client portfolio while serving as a key advisor to business owners, high-net-worth individuals, trusts, and fiduciary entities. This individual will work closely with firm leadership to ensure continuity of service, support future growth initiatives, and eventually transition into a partnership role. This position offers significant visibility, autonomy, and the opportunity to become an integral part of the firm's next generation of leadership. This is a direct hire job that offers a salary between $210K - $230K + bonus and offers a clear path to equity ownership and partnership. Here are more details about this job: RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Serve as the primary advisor for an established book of business.
  • Build and maintain strong client relationships through exceptional service and responsiveness
  • Review and prepare complex federal and state tax returns
  • Delegate work effectively to accounting and administrative staff
QUALIFICATIONS
  • Active CPA license required
  • 15+ years of public accounting tax experience required
  • Experience managing a client book of business
  • Strong technical tax expertise across business and individual returns
BENEFITS
  • Clear path to ownership and partnership
  • Existing, loyal client base already in place
  • Leadership role in a respected, established firm
  • Significant autonomy and influence
  • Opportunity to build long-term wealth through equity participation
  • Collaborative and entrepreneurial culture
If you are interested in this role, send your resume to [email protected] or to visit www.LHH.com to see all of our openings. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
  • The California Fair Chance Act
  • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
  • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
  • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Pay Details: $210,000.00 to $230,000.00 per year

Search managed by: Amy Schwister

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
  • The California Fair Chance Act
  • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
  • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
  • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.