Senior Tax Manager

Wallace Plese + Dreher | Arizona CPAs | Accountants · Phoenix, Arizona

FULL TIME

Job Description

At

Wallace Plese + Dreher (WP+D) , we believe that true success comes from people-first leadership, meaningful relationships, and a culture where your contributions matter. With offices in

Chandler and Scottsdale, Arizona , we’re seeking a

Senior Tax Manager

to join our award-winning team.

We’re proud to be recognized as a

2023–2025 Accounting Today Regional Leader, Southwest Region

2018–2026 #1 Accounting Firm by Ranking Arizona

2021–2023 Arizona Top Workplace

2021 Forbes America’s Best Tax and Accounting Firm

Here, you’ll enjoy a

hybrid work environment , while thriving in a culture that supports professional growth, celebrates achievements, and fosters strong connections with clients and colleagues alike.

What You’ll Do

As a

Senior Tax Manager , you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping our tax team, with an emphasis on providing estate and trust tax planning. Your responsibilities will include:

Leading

estate and trust tax planning

to help clients protect and preserve their wealth for future generations through estate and gift tax planning, retirement plan distributions, charitable giving techniques, gifting limitations, transfer tax equivalent credits, generational skipping-transfers, split gifting, spousal trusts, and education and medical gifting.

Providing

comprehensive tax planning and consulting

to individuals and businesses.

Reviewing and signing tax returns for individuals, partnerships, and S corporations.

Overseeing fiduciary income tax returns and managing complex tax matters.

Mentoring, training, and developing staff, seniors, and supervisors while acting as a technical resource.

Building new business, maintaining client relationships, and expanding referral networks.

Consulting with clients to resolve issues and recommend practical, value-added solutions.

What We’re Looking For

10+ years of tax experience in public accounting

CPA license required

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

Proven management experience within a public accounting firm

Strong organizational, analytical, and project management skills

Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication abilities

A proactive, dependable professional with integrity, initiative, and leadership presence

Why WP+D?

This is more than just a role—it’s an opportunity to

Lead with impact in an established, highly respected firm.

Join a

team recognized locally and nationally

for excellence and workplace culture.

Work in a hybrid environment that supports both

career advancement and balance .

Contribute to meaningful client outcomes while mentoring the next generation of professionals.

Ready to make a difference as a trusted leader? Apply today and grow with WP+D.

Company	Wallace Plese + Dreher \| Arizona CPAs \| Accountants
Location	Phoenix, Arizona
Type	FULL TIME
Niche	Full-time

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Senior Tax Manager

Job Description

Proven management experience within a public accounting firm

Strong organizational, analytical, and project management skills

A proactive, dependable professional with integrity, initiative, and leadership presenceWhy WP+D?This is more than just a role—it’s an opportunity to

A proactive, dependable professional with integrity, initiative, and leadership presence

Why WP+D?

This is more than just a role—it’s an opportunity to