How to hire a senior tax manager

How to hire a senior tax manager, step by step

Here's a step-by-step senior tax manager hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a senior tax manager job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new senior tax manager
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   The senior tax manager hiring process starts by determining what type of worker you actually need. Certain roles might require a full-time employee, whereas part-time workers or contractors can do others.

   Determine employee vs contractor status

   Is the person you're thinking of hiring a US citizen or green card holder?

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   A senior tax manager's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, senior tax managers from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   This list presents senior tax manager salaries for various positions.

   Type of Senior Tax Manager	Description	Hourly rate
   Senior Tax Manager	Financial managers are responsible for the financial health of an organization. They produce financial reports, direct investment activities, and develop strategies and plans for the long-term financial goals of their organization.	$31-61
   Tax Consultant	Tax consultants are experts in providing commercially centered tax advice and tax services to wide-ranging clients who function in all sectors of the economy. The work they do involves devising tax-efficient strategies for international and domestic-based clients in various business situations, including takeovers, company merges, and corporate reconstructions... Show more	$22-44
   Tax Accountant	A tax accountant is a professional who works with clients to produce tax return documents that follow tax laws and regulations while keeping them updated on their return information. Tax accountants must determine tax strategies for their clients that may minimize or eliminate tax payments while arranging audits with taxation authorities... Show more	$21-39

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • CPA
   • Client Relationships
   • Taxation
   • Tax Research
   • Tax Issues
   • Excellent Client
   • Business Development
   • Tax Services
   • ASC
   • State Income
   • Tax Software
   • Indirect Tax
   • Income Tax Returns
   • Local Tax

   Check all skills

   Responsibilities:

   • Prepare and review returns, assist accounting in establishing practices, manage SOX compliance and controls.
   • Manage information requests from IRS audit team and participate in discussions regarding audit procedures, propose adjustments and issue resolutions.
   • Experience on Onesource, Gosystem and Corptax
   • Review all ASC 740/FIN 48 reporting for office.
   • Implement OneSource tax compliance software, improving various process initiatives.
   • Involve in all aspects of tax accounting: monthly close process, tax provision per ASC 740 and journal entries.

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3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in the senior tax manager job description is a good way to get more applicants. A senior tax manager salary can be affected by several factors, such as the location of the job, the level of experience, education, certifications, and the employer's prestige.

   For example, the average salary for a senior tax manager in Nebraska may be lower than in New Hampshire, and an entry-level engineer typically earns less than a senior-level senior tax manager. Additionally, a senior tax manager with lots of experience in the field may command a higher salary as a result.

   Average senior tax manager salary

   $92,363yearly

   $44.41 hourly rate

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   Entry-level senior tax manager salary

   $66,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 28, 2025

   Average senior tax manager salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	District of Columbia	$108,514	$52
   2	Nevada	$106,501	$51
   3	New York	$102,681	$49
   4	California	$99,278	$48
   5	North Carolina	$98,503	$47
   6	New Jersey	$95,933	$46
   7	Pennsylvania	$95,373	$46
   8	Massachusetts	$95,321	$46
   9	Maine	$94,052	$45
   10	Connecticut	$93,445	$45
   11	Virginia	$92,489	$44
   12	Ohio	$88,932	$43
   13	Michigan	$88,055	$42
   14	Wisconsin	$87,883	$42
   15	Colorado	$87,585	$42
   16	Oregon	$86,907	$42
   17	Illinois	$86,648	$42
   18	Washington	$86,646	$42
   19	Texas	$85,453	$41
   20	Arizona	$85,376	$41

   Average senior tax manager salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Microsoft	$129,468	$62.24	43
   2	DoorDash	$128,680	$61.87
   3	PayPal	$124,905	$60.05	4
   4	School of Visual Concepts	$122,552	$58.92
   5	Morrison & Foerster	$121,861	$58.59
   6	Yahoo	$116,897	$56.20
   7	Workday	$116,382	$55.95	2
   8	Amazon	$115,507	$55.53	131
   9	DocuSign	$114,267	$54.94	4
   10	American Tower	$114,108	$54.86
   11	Smartsheet	$113,925	$54.77
   12	VMware	$113,019	$54.34
   13	Western Digital	$112,767	$54.21	5
   14	Sonos	$111,917	$53.81
   15	Synopsys	$111,684	$53.69
   16	Bunge	$110,228	$52.99	2
   17	Intel	$109,881	$52.83
   18	Exelixis	$109,797	$52.79	2
   19	Oracle	$109,306	$52.55
   20	Pure Storage	$108,778	$52.30	1

4. Writing a senior tax manager job description

   A good senior tax manager job description should include a few things:

   • Summary of the role
   • List of responsibilities
   • Required skills and experience

   Including a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager is also appreciated by candidates. Here's an example of a senior tax manager job description:

   Senior tax manager job description example

   We are searching for a dynamic Senior Manager, Direct Tax. Building and maintaining a best-in-class Tax function are core to what will make Gopuff successful. This position provides a unique opportunity to build and further enhance processes and infrastructure for a generation defining brand. This role will be a critical member of the Tax team and will report to the VP, Tax & Treasury.
   
   You WillMaintain and enhance the Income tax provision & compliance processes Manage and oversee various co-sourced service providers who prepare income tax compliance, including ensuring proper workpaper documentation for audit support Ensure monthly, quarterly and annual information is provided to the co-sourced service provider Review book-to tax differences, tax attributes, and related forms. Analyze provision-to-return differences and explain significant variances.Coordinate, manage and prepare responses to tax authorities.Coordinate with Legal regarding Annual Reports, Franchise Taxes, etc. Research transaction tax issues and provide guidance based on research of tax laws and regulations. Draft supporting memoranda.Develop and manage Tax Calendar, including processing electronic payments and checks Work in a dynamic tax environment with focus on global Direct tax matters (including international) such as new business initiatives, M&A, contract reviews, legislative analyses, implementation of tax technology and general technical direct tax questions Keep abreast of technical issues related to Federal, state, and local tax developments Develop a working knowledge of the group transfer pricing methodology to ensure appropriate financial reporting and tax return filing positions
   
   You Have:BA/BS in Accounting, Finance, or related field CPA preferred 7 - 10 years experience in a Direct Tax role Ability to communicate effectively, orally and electronically, in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment Excellent judgment and creative problem-solving skills Ability to operate as an effective tactical, as well as, strategic thinker
   
   Benefits: We want to help our employees stay safe and healthy. We offer comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, optional FSAs and HSA plans, 401(k), commuter benefits, supplemental employee, spouse and child life insurance to all eligible employees. We also offer:
   Gopuff employee discount
   Career growth opportunities
   Internal rewards programs
   Annual performance appraisal and bonus
   
   Company Summary & EEOC Statement:
   At Gopuff, we know that life can be unpredictable. Sometimes you forget the milk at the store, run out of pet food for Fido, or just really need ice cream at 11 pm. We get it-stuff happens. But that's where we come in, delivering all your wants and needs in just minutes.
   And now, we're assembling a team of motivated people to help us drive forward that vision to bring a new age of convenience and predictability to an unpredictable world.
   Like what you're hearing? Then join us on Team Blue.
   Gopuff is an equal employment opportunity employer, committed to an inclusive workplace where we do not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, gender, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or familial status, age, ancestry, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We believe in diversity and encourage any qualified individual to apply.

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5. Post your job

   There are a few common ways to find senior tax managers for your business:

   • Promoting internally or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to meet candidates with the right educational background.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to recruit passive job-seekers.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your senior tax manager job on Zippia to find and recruit senior tax manager candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   During your first interview to recruit senior tax managers, engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. During the following interview, you'll be able to go into more detail about the company, the position, and the responsibilities.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match your ideal candidate profile. If you think a candidate is good enough for the next step, you can move on to the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new senior tax manager

   Once you've decided on a perfect senior tax manager candidate, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, it should include benefits and perks available to the employee. Qualified candidates may be considered for other positions, so make sure your offer is competitive. Candidates may wish to negotiate. Once you've settled on the details, formalize your agreement with a contract.

   It's also good etiquette to follow up with applicants who don't get the job by sending them an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   To prepare for the new employee's start date, you can create an onboarding schedule and complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9 forms, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Human Resources should also ensure that a new employee file is created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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