Title: Public Tax Manager – Colorado Springs, CO (Hybrid Available)
Our client is a regionally recognized, independent public accounting organization headquartered in the Midwest with nearly 50 years of serving family-owned and closely held businesses. With approximately 200 employees and consistent recognition as a Top Accounting Firm in the U.S., the organization delivers tax, audit, accounting, and business consulting services across industries including real estate, healthcare, hospitality, manufacturing, nonprofit, and government housing authorities.
What sets this organization apart:
Strong growth trajectory – this is a newly created role due to expansion
Servant leadership culture – supportive, encouraging, and empowering
Employee-centric environment focused on long-term career pathways
Commitment to remaining independent and investing in future growth
This is not a transactional tax environment. The organization serves complex, growth-oriented businesses and is not a low-cost provider or retail tax preparation firm.
The Public Tax Manager will report directly to a Partner in Colorado Springs and serve as a key liaison between leadership, clients, and accounting staff. This role is responsible for managing moderate to complex engagements, developing client relationships, and growing the tax presence in the Colorado Springs market.
This is a highly visible leadership opportunity with business development expectations and a strong emphasis on mentoring and team development.
Colorado Springs, CO
On-site preferred; Hybrid schedule available
Office Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (flexible start time)
Busy Season: 55–60 hours/week
Non-Busy Season: 40–45 hours/week
$95,000 – $125,000 annually + Bonus
Business & Professional Development (40%)
Lead business development efforts in the Colorado Springs market
Expand services for existing clients and drive cross-selling initiatives
Network with Centers of Influence and industry associations
Develop and present internal/external training and thought leadership
Mentor and develop multiple accounting staff members
Participate in community and professional organizations
Client Engagement (40%)
Execute engagements from planning through completion
Supervise preparation and review of tax work products
Serve as main contact for client onboarding
Maintain year-round client communication
Manage engagement budgets and billing
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
Leadership & Supervision (20%)
Assign and review staff work
Conduct performance evaluations and stay interviews
Lead recruitment and onboarding efforts
Develop career pathways and staff retention strategies
Align team with firm strategy and core values
Required:
Active CPA (Colorado)
Reside in the Colorado Springs area
5+ years of public tax experience
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field
Strong technical tax expertise (federal, state, local)
Advanced client relationship management skills
Demonstrated leadership and staff development experience
Aptitude (if not direct experience) for business development
What Will Work Here:
Entrepreneurial mindset
Desire to grow a market presence
Ability to manage complex client needs
Strong emotional intelligence and communication skills
Background Check Includes: Criminal, Education Verification, Social Security Trace, Registered Sex Offender Registry
Professional References Required
Financial Talent Group provides equal employment and recruiting opportunities to all employees, applicants, and recruits for employment for Financial Talent Group and in recruiting employees for its clients, and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
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