Tax Manager
US$120,000 – US$160,000 / yr base salary
Posted 11 Dec 2025
Advertised as “Senior Tax Manager”
BranchFactor Summary
The original posting with the fluff stripped out
- Expected experience
- 10+ yrs
- Management level
- People management
- Employment
- Hybrid
| Base salary | US$120,000 – US$160,000 / yr |
|---|
CertificationsCertified Public Accountant
Field of studyAccounting, Finance (or related)
Study levelBachelor's
CertificationsEA
Who We Are
About Ascend
Backed by private equity from people-focused Alpine Investors, Ascend is building a dynamic platform for regional accounting firms that enables them to stay independent while accessing the resources of a Top 25 firm to help them grow. Ascend provides access to growth capital, robust talent acquisition and training, leading quality management resources, best-of-breed technology, AI tools, an offshore captive, shared back-office services, a catalytic leadership system, and modernized equity incentives so that firms can surmount today’s industry challenges to reach their full potential.
For more information, visit www.ascendtogether.com.
About ODC
Opsahl Dawson (ODC) was founded in 1979 in Longview, WA, where we have flourished into the award-winning firm we are today. We specialize in Accounting, Tax Preparation, and Bookkeeping with 175+ people across the United States. With 30+ years of proven service, we’re the go-to CPA firm in SW Washington. You’ll be joining a fun team and a renowned firm that is recognized as one of the Top 10 Fastest Growing Accounting Firms by Accounting Today.
In January 2023, ODC made the strategic decision to join Ascend! With Ascend’s partnership and shared resources, ODC is well positioned for strong innovation and growth in the years to come.
The Role
We are looking for a Senior Tax Manager for our team!
Leveraging your expertise in tax matters & client relations, you’ll manage a national client list, delivering superior service. As their trusted advisor, you’ll tackle complex tax issues, craft strategic solutions, and offer risk management guidance. Your forward-thinking mindset will enhance service delivery, ensuring innovation remains at the forefront.
In this role, you’ll collaborate with members across ODC and work as a united team, maintaining a fun work environment! You’ll also have the opportunity to drive our team’s growth through mentorship and coaching, encouraging a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage client portfolio, consistently delivering high-quality service.
- Ensure accuracy and compliance with the preparation, review, and timely filing of all tax forms.
- Perform initial and/or final review of manager, tax senior, tax staff and intern work products.
- Enhance efficiency across project initiatives.