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Tax Manager, Individual Taxation - CPA or EA, CPA firm experience required

Wheeler Accountants wheelercpa.com Open · verified Oct 22, 2026
Remote San Jose Full-time Manager Tax

At a glance

Manager-level Tax role at Wheeler Accountants. Remote, United States · full-time · $135,000–$185,000 base.

SalaryStated by Wheeler Accountants
$135,000 – $185,000
Base salary for this role, in USD per year, as published in the posting.
This role, from Wheeler AccountantsOur estimate for the market: $149,075–$156,250Median $152,500
The range includes the market median of $152,500 for mid-level tax roles in San Jose, compared against the San Jose market.
Worked out from 7 postings that stated pay, median $152,500. Last updated Oct 4, 2026.
RoleTax
SeniorityManager
LocationSan Jose
WorkplaceRemote
EmploymentFull-time
Base pay$135,000–$185,000
PostedAug 26, 2026 · 8w ago
Role brief

financeroles summary, based on the employer's posting.

What you'll do

  • Manage individual tax engagements, keeping clients satisfied through direct contact
  • Coordinate project work and deadlines, communicating openly with the team assigned to each engagement
  • Coach senior and staff accountants as they develop in their roles

What you bring

  • At least six years handling individual tax work, including time at a public accounting firm
  • An active CPA or EA license is required
  • Strong technical tax knowledge and confidence applying your judgment

Who this fits

This manager role suits someone committed to public accounting and interested in growing with a firm. You can work remotely from anywhere in the United States.

From the employer

Individual Tax Manager Position Available at Wheeler Accountants LLP

Advancement and opportunity await at Wheeler Accountants! Wheeler offers a fast-paced and exciting work environment with excellent opportunities for both personal and career growth. Wheeler is seeking a Tax Manager to join our team of growing professionals during this exciting growth phase in our firm. Potential candidates must be dedicated to a rewarding and successful career in public accounting and be focused on personal and professional growth.

About Wheeler:
We’re not your typical CPA firm. Yes, we provide tax, attestation, consulting, and client accounting services to a wide range of clients― but we do it differently. We’ve got the dynamic culture of a startup, with the stability and reputation of a five-decade old firm. We’re creative. We’re problem solvers. We’re calculated risk takers. We believe in having a healthy life-work integration, giving back to our community, and having fun. Consistently named a “Best Accounting Firms to Work For” by Accounting Today, we strive to create a unique and rewarding environment for all of our employees.

The Ideal Candidate will possess:
A passion for public accounting
A focus on career growth and a firm to grow with.
A high degree of technical competence and a strong sense of confidence in one’s own abilities.
6+ years Individual tax experience required. Estate & Trust experience is a plus.
The desire for an opportunity to be part of the growth and transition of a firm moving to the next level.
Keep the “big picture” view in mind at all times.
A proven track record of hard work and success – whether in work or other activities

Position Requirements:
CPA or EA License required
Undergraduate degree in Accounting preferred. Masters degree in Taxation is a plus
Minimum 6+ years’ experience working for a public accounting firm
Direct client contact with a mind on keeping clients satisfied throughout the engagement.
Managing projects and deadlines with open communication with members of the assigned team
Mentoring & and training our senior and staff accountants in their roles


Benefits:
Competitive Bay Area salary, Salary range: $135,000 to $185,000. The pay range reflects the San Francisco Bay Area. Compensation will be adjusted for each candidate based on their geographic location.

Medical and Flex spending benefits
401(k) with employer match
22 paid holidays + PTO
Flexible work schedule
This position is available as a remote position

Locations:
San Jose, California or Remote within the United States

Wheeler Accountants, LLP is a full-service accounting firm providing tax, accounting, attest, and business advisory services. We are a top-rated firm located in San Jose, California. We are as committed to our staff as we are to our clients. We take culture seriously – recognized by Accounting Today as one of the Best CPA Firm to Work For several years. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including option to work Hybrid or Remote, because we understand our professionals can manage work best when given the freedom to balance and enjoy life outside of an office.

If you believe that your experience and work expectations align with our commitment to our employees, we want to hear from you.

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