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<p><strong>CPA Accounting Manager – Leadership Role with Ownership Track</strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Fort Worth, TX (on-site)</p><p><strong>Job Type:</strong> Full-time</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><strong>This is not a typical Accounting Manager role.</strong></p><p>We are a growing CPA firm in the Fort Worth area offering a <strong>clear path toward ownership</strong> for the right leader.</p><p>Our firm focuses on business accounting and individual tax services for entrepreneurs, professionals, and closely held companies. We value quality work, responsiveness, and long-term client relationships—and we are looking for someone who wants to help lead and grow alongside us.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p><p>As our CPA Accounting Manager, you will lead a team of 3–5 accountants and tax preparers, oversee day-to-day client service, and help shape the systems and processes of a scalable firm.</p><p>This is a <strong>hands-on leadership role</strong>—you will review complex work, manage key client relationships, and serve as a trusted resource for both your team and clients.</p><p>For the right candidate, this position offers a <strong>principal/partner-level opportunity with potential for economic ownership</strong> in the firm.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You’ll Do</strong></p><ol><li>Lead, supervise, and mentor a team of 3–5 accounting and tax professionals </li><li>Oversee bookkeeping, write-up work, and monthly/quarterly financial closings </li><li>Review financial statements for business clients </li><li>Review individual and small-business tax returns (1040, 1065, 1120, 1120-S) </li><li>Provide guidance on complex tax matters and ensure timely, accurate filings </li><li>Manage workflow and deadlines, especially during tax season </li><li>Serve as primary advisor to a portfolio of clients—answer questions, interpret results, and identify planning opportunities </li><li>Maintain strong quality control and enforce firm standards </li><li>Stay current on federal and Texas tax law changes and implement updates </li><li>Collaborate with leadership to improve processes, systems, and scalability </li><li>Assist with IRS/state notices and client issue resolution </li><li>Contribute to strategic growth initiatives and business development </li></ol><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><strong>What We’re Looking For</strong></p><ol><li>Active CPA license (required) </li><li>Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field </li><li>5+ years of public accounting experience (business accounting + individual/small-business tax) </li><li>2+ years of experience supervising or managing staff </li><li>Strong knowledge of U.S. individual and small-business tax rules </li><li>Experience with modern tax software and strong Excel skills </li><li>Proven ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines </li><li>Strong communication and relationship-building skills </li><li>Genuine interest in pursuing an ownership stake in a growing firm </li></ol><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Nice to Have</strong></p><ol><li>Experience in a small- to mid-sized firm environment </li><li>Experience in improving processes and systems </li><li>Familiarity with practice management/workflow software </li><li>Interest or experience in business development and practice growth </li></ol><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Compensation, Benefits & Ownership Track</strong></p><ol><li>Competitive base salary and benefits </li><li>Clear path toward increased leadership responsibility </li><li>Opportunity to pursue an ownership interest in the firm </li></ol><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><strong>How to Apply</strong></p><p>Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining:</p><ol><li>Your relevant experience </li><li>Your leadership approach </li><li>Your interest in pursuing future ownership </li></ol><p>Include <strong>“CPA Accounting Manager – Fort Worth (Ownership Track)”</strong> in the subject line.</p>

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