Tax Director

Our client is a growing mid-sized public accounting firm serving privately held businesses, high net worth individuals, family-owned enterprises, and emerging companies across a variety of industries. The firm is seeking an experienced Tax Director to provide strategic leadership for the tax practice while serving as a trusted advisor to clients.

The Tax Director will oversee complex tax engagements, mentor and develop tax professionals, drive business development initiatives, and help shape the long-term strategy of the firm's tax practice. This leadership role combines deep technical tax expertise with strong relationship management, operational leadership, and practice growth responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

Tax Leadership & Practice Management

• Lead and manage the firm's tax department, ensuring exceptional client service and technical excellence.
• Develop and execute strategic initiatives to support firm growth, profitability, and operational efficiency.
• Oversee departmental staffing, resource allocation, workflow management, and capacity planning.
• Establish and maintain quality control standards for tax compliance and consulting engagements.
• Monitor department performance and implement process improvements to enhance productivity and profitability.
• Collaborate with firm leadership on budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning initiatives.

Client Advisory & Engagement Management

• Serve as lead advisor on complex tax matters involving corporations, partnerships, LLCs, S corporations, trusts, estates, and high-net-worth individuals.
• Deliver sophisticated tax planning, consulting, and compliance services.
• Review complex federal, state, and local tax returns.
• Research tax legislation and regulatory developments and communicate their impact to clients and team members.
• Identify tax-saving opportunities and develop strategic solutions tailored to client objectives.
• Manage key client relationships and serve as a trusted business advisor.

Qualifications

Education & Credentials

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• CPA license required.

Experience

• 10+ years of progressive public accounting tax experience.
• Significant experience reviewing complex tax returns and providing tax consulting services.
• Proven leadership experience managing teams and client engagements.
• Experience serving middle-market companies, privately held businesses, and high-net-worth individuals preferred.
• Demonstrated success in business development and client relationship management.