Tax Director

Tax Director – Atlanta, GA

The opportunity
Our client, a public accounting firm in Atlanta, wants a Tax Director to lead its tax practice. This is a strategic seat. You’ll shape how the department runs: tax season planning, workflows, technology and the team itself. You’ll also be a trusted advisor to clients.

What it’s like to work here
The firm is collaborative and relationship-focused, and it values its people and puts learning and development first. You’ll work closely with firm leadership and clients, and you’ll coach a team that includes seniors and managers. The role is in-office, with some workplace flexibility after a training period. The firm also holds quarterly social events.

Where this goes
You’ll have real influence on the firm’s growth. You’ll expand client services, bring in new business and help the department hit its goals, while you keep growing your own technical and leadership skills.

What you’ll do

• Lead the firm’s tax practice, including annual tax season planning and execution
• Schedule, supervise and review engagements, including complex individual and business returns
• Advise clients on complex tax planning and compliance, and lead client meetings
• Mentor and develop staff, seniors and managers
• Track productivity metrics and improve workflows to meet firm goals

What you bring

• CPA, plus a bachelor’s in Accounting, Finance or a related field (a Master’s in Tax or Accounting is a plus)
• 10+ years of public accounting tax experience, including time as a Manager or Senior Manager
• 5+ years leading and developing tax teams, including Managers
• Advanced expertise in business, individual, trust and nonprofit taxation
• Strong business sense and client relationship skills, with the ability to act as a strategic advisor

Benefits
Health, life and disability insurance · Generous PTO · 11 paid holidays · 401(k) with match · Training and development

Details

• Location: Atlanta, GA
• Workplace: On-site (some flexibility after training)
• Type: Direct hire, full-time
• Pay: $200,000–$215,000 base + bonus