Tax Manager New Archer Lewis - Everett, WA 98201

Job description

Archer Lewis is a national accounting and advisory firm established in 2024 from local practice mergers, leveraging over 70 years of legacy. With 40+ offices and over 600+ professionals, we serve 65,000+ clients. Our approach blends small-firm relationships with national capabilities in bookkeeping, tax, advisory, and growth planning. We adapt to client preferences for in-person or online interactions, ensuring they connect with professionals who understand their specific needs.

Your Future Team

Williams & Nulle is a well‑established CPA firm founded in 1952, with a long-standing presence in Northwest Washington and a strong reputation for trusted, relationship‑driven client service. For decades, the firm has supported individuals, families, and closely held businesses with comprehensive tax, accounting, and advisory services, taking a practical and personalized approach to each client’s unique needs.

The firm is known for its hands‑on service model, working closely with business owners and individuals on tax compliance and planning, financial reporting, business consulting, and long‑term financial strategy. With deep local knowledge and a commitment to clear communication, Williams & Nulle has built lasting client relationships grounded in technical expertise, reliability, and responsiveness.

In 2025, Williams & Nulle joined Archer Lewis, forming WN Advisory, an Archer Lewis firm. This partnership allows the team to preserve its local culture and client‑first philosophy while gaining access to expanded resources, broader advisory capabilities, modern technology platforms, and a national network of specialists. Together, the combined firm delivers the personalized service of a community‑based CPA practice with the scale, support, and growth opportunities of a larger organization.

What You’ll Do

You will serve as a key strategic leader responsible for overseeing all aspects of tax compliance, reporting, planning, and tax strategy for the firm and its clients. In this role, you will apply deep technical expertise in tax law while ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and full compliance with all regulatory requirements.

You will provide hands‑on leadership in a small CPA firm environment, actively participating in client engagements and collaborating closely with firm leadership. You will guide and mentor staff, improve tax processes, and deliver thoughtful, personalized tax solutions. Your ability to balance strategic oversight with direct client service will be essential as you help drive high‑quality outcomes and strengthen long‑term client relationships.

Supervise, mentor, and lead the tax department team, including senior and staff accountants

Mentor, and manage the tax department, including performance management, delegation, training, and staff development

Foster a collaborative, high‑performing environment that emphasizes accountability, quality, and continuous improvement

Oversee the accurate and timely preparation and review of federal, state, local, and, where applicable, international tax returns

Ensure compliance across entity types including C corporations, S corporations, partnerships, and individuals

Monitor filing deadlines, review returns and workpapers, and maintain strong quality control standards

Develop and implement tax planning strategies for business owners and high‑net‑worth individuals, including entity structuring, transactions, and projections

Serve as a subject matter expert on complex tax matters and oversee technical tax research and documentation

Track changes in tax legislation and communicate implications to clients and internal teams

Manage federal and state tax audits, acting as the primary liaison with taxing authorities and guiding clients through resolution and appeals

Oversee income tax provisions under ASC 740, including deferred taxes, uncertain tax positions, and audit coordination

Identify and implement process improvements and leverage tax technology to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and data management

What You’ll Bring

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required

Active CPA license required

Master’s degree in Taxation (MST or MTax) strongly preferred

Embraces AI and emerging technologies to enhance efficiency, innovation, and client service.

Ongoing commitment to continuing professional education and maintenance of active licensure required

Minimum of 5 to 7 years of progressive tax accounting experience

At least 2 years in a supervisory or managerial role preferred

Experience in a public accounting firm or large corporate tax department strongly desired

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple client engagements simultaneously

Proven experience working directly with business owners, executives, or senior leadership

Advanced knowledge of federal, state, and local tax laws and reporting requirements

Strong proficiency with tax preparation software, such as CCH, Thomson Reuters, or GoSystem

Proficient in Microsoft Office, with advanced Excel skills preferred

Experience with tax research platforms, workflow management systems, and financial statement review highly desirable

What We Offer

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance (Coverage begins on the first of the month following your start date.)

401(k) Matching Program

Pet Insurance

Unlimited Flexible Time Off

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Eligible for an annual performance‑based bonus of up to 10% of base salary, based on individual and company performance.

Compensation Range

$125,000 - $155,000 USD

Equal Employment Opportunity: Archer Lewis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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