Tax Director

Job description

Our Tax Director position represents the pinnacle of tax practice leadership, combining strategic business development with operational excellence and client relationship management. As a Tax Director, you’ll drive revenue growth while leading high-performing tax teams and serving as a trusted advisor to our most valued clients on complex tax matters.

This role offers significant autonomy and leadership responsibility within our established tax practice, where you’ll shape tax strategy, develop new opportunities, and potentially serve on our Senior Operations Management Team. We’re seeking accomplished tax professionals who can balance technical tax expertise with business acumen while building lasting client relationships that drive sustainable growth.

Key Responsibilities

Business Development & Revenue Growth

Expand revenue streams from existing client relationships through strategic tax planning services and value-added tax solutions

Develop and execute comprehensive business development plans, including personal marketing strategies and new tax client acquisition initiatives

Meet established business development revenue expectations through new client additions and cross-service tax opportunities

Lead short-term and long-term business planning efforts, identifying strategic growth opportunities for both the tax practice and broader firm initiatives

Tax Practice Management & Operations

Manage tax practice operations effectively while meeting critical performance metrics including billing targets, realization goals, days outstanding objectives, and individual charge hour requirements

Ensure adherence to quality control standards across all tax engagements and compliance deliverables

Serve as internal tax advisor and recognized Tax Subject Matter Expert on complex tax issues

May participate as a member of the Senior Operations Management Team, contributing to firm-wide strategic decisions

Client Tax Advisory Leadership

Serve as primary tax advisor and trusted business counselor for key client relationships

Work directly with clients to understand their tax challenges and provide strategic tax planning solutions

Maintain exceptional client service standards that reinforce long-term tax advisory relationships

Drive client satisfaction and retention through proactive tax planning communication and value delivery

Lead and manage tax professionals across multiple client engagements and service areas

Foster a collaborative team environment that demonstrates support for tax department initiatives and builds positive workplace culture

Mentor and develop tax team members to achieve their professional goals and contribute to firm success

Champion firm values and maintain high standards of professional conduct in tax practice

Required Qualifications

Education & Certification

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, or related field

Active CPA license required

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

Experience & Leadership

Minimum 8 years of progressive tax experience in public accounting

At least 6 years of tax team supervisory experience with demonstrated leadership success

Proven track record of tax practice business development and revenue generation

Experience managing multiple tax client relationships and complex tax engagements

Core Tax Competencies

Deep technical knowledge of federal, state, and local tax regulations

Exceptional organizational skills with ability to manage tax deadlines, work on multiple tax assignments, and prioritize effectively during busy season

Strong verbal and written communication abilities to explain complex tax concepts to clients and team members

Proven high level of business integrity, tax advisory excellence, and leadership capabilities

Proficiency with tax preparation software, tax research platforms, and professional applications

Travel & Flexibility

Ability to travel based on tax client and business needs

Flexibility to adapt to changing tax regulations and client demands

Preferred Qualifications

Advanced Tax Experience

Experience in specialized tax areas (international tax, M&A, state and local tax, etc.)

Track record of successful tax practice development and client portfolio growth

Previous experience on senior tax management teams or leadership committees

Technical Tax Expertise

Advanced knowledge of ASC 740, FIN 48, and tax provision requirements

Expertise in specific tax technical areas supporting Subject Matter Expert designation

Experience with complex tax structuring and controversy matters

Leadership & Business Skills

Proven tax practice development acumen with demonstrated results in revenue growth

Strong strategic thinking and tax planning capabilities

Experience mentoring and developing tax professionals

Track record of building and maintaining long-term tax advisory relationships

Why Join Our Tax Leadership Team?

Strategic Impact

Direct influence on tax practice strategy and business development initiatives

Opportunity to shape tax service offerings and growth trajectory

Potential participation in Senior Operations Management Team

Leadership role in driving tax practice culture and technical excellence

Professional Recognition

Senior-level tax position with significant autonomy and decision-making authority

Recognition as a trusted tax advisor to key clients and internal stakeholders

Opportunity to serve as Tax Subject Matter Expert in specialized areas

Platform for tax thought leadership and industry involvement

Clear pathway to tax partner and ownership opportunities

Comprehensive tax leadership development and business skills training

Support for advanced tax certifications and continuing education

Networking opportunities with senior tax professionals and industry leaders

Competitive compensation reflecting senior tax leadership responsibility

Performance-based incentives tied to tax practice development success

Full benefits package with executive-level perquisites

Flexible work arrangements that support work-life integration during non-peak seasons

How to Apply

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