Senior Tax Manager

Requirements/Preferences: CPA preferred, at least 10+ years of Public Accounting

Galligan, Thompson & Flocas is a boutique CPA firm in San Mateo with over 40 years of community involvement seeking an experienced Senior Tax Specialist to fill a critical role vacated by a long-tenured team member. We need someone who can immediately assume responsibility for our most complex individual tax returns, sophisticated trust and estate work, and selective corporate engagements. This is a senior-level position requiring deep expertise in high-complexity tax matters.

Responsibilities

• Preparation and review of complex federal and state tax returns for high-net-worth individuals, trusts, and estates
• Preparation of sophisticated tax projections and planning strategies
• Leadership on IRS audits, notices, and tax controversy matters
• Management of client relationships and issue resolution
• Corporate tax return preparation as needed
• Collaboration with firm leadership on complex technical matters

Qualifications

• Active CPA license preferred
• Minimum 10 years' experience in public accounting focused on individual, trust, and estate taxation
• Demonstrated expertise in complex, high-net-worth individual returns and sophisticated trust/estate structures
• Strong technical knowledge in federal and state tax law
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities with meticulous attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal and client relationship management skills
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• High accuracy and efficiency in fast-paced, high-compliance environment
• Base salary: $170,000-200,000, commensurate with experience
• Retirement: 401(k) with employer match
• Health coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Time off: Paid time off, sick and paid holidays

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Galligan, Thompson & Flocas is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.