Tax Director

Kaufman Rossin Co.; Bengaluru; Hybrid; INR 2,500,000 - 3,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-Life Balance

People First Company

Hybrid work policy

Job summary

Kaufman Rossin Co. is seeking a Tax Director for their Bengaluru office in India. This role requires a strong background in U.S. taxation, with at least 14 years of experience. The Tax Director will lead engagements, manage teams, and collaborate with U.S. counterparts to deliver exceptional client outcomes. Candidates should have a CA/CPA and demonstrate exceptional communication skills. The role supports hybrid work arrangements and emphasizes work-life balance and a people-first approach.

Qualifications

• 14+ years of experience in U.S. taxation.
• Public Accounting experience required.
• Strong computer skills, with experience in a paperless environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical oversight on U.S. tax engagements.
• Manage workflow and ensure quality of deliverables.
• Identify opportunities for service expansion.

Skills

U.S. taxation expertise

Client relationship management

Team leadership

Process improvement

Education

CA / CPA

MS in Taxation

Job description

Kaufman Rossin is seeking a Tax Director to help lead our Tax practice in India office. This important role includes client relationships, technical tax compliance and consulting work, and managing staff. The position will report directly to the lead Tax Principal in the US.

How You’ll Contribute:

Technical:

• Lead, review, and provide technical oversight on U.S. tax engagements across Corporate, Partnership, Individual, Estate & Trust, Real Estate, and International tax returns
• Manage workflow, delegate tasks, and ensure quality and timeliness of deliverables
• Partner with U.S.-based teams to support seamless execution and communication
• Provide technical guidance and assist with tax research on complex issues
• Act as a key liaison between India and U.S. teams to drive strong client outcomes

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead and mentor Managers, Seniors, and Associates across service lines
• Drive capability building, training programs, and succession planning
• Ensure optimal resource allocation and utilization across engagements

Operational Excellence

• Drive process improvements, standardization, and automation initiatives
• Monitor KPIs such as turnaround time, quality scores, and utilization
• Ensure adherence to internal controls and risk management frameworks

Strategic Contribution

• Identify opportunities for service expansion across tax domains in India
• Contribute to organizational growth and practice building

What Skills You’ll Bring:

• CA / CPA (required)
• 14+ years of experience in U.S. taxation. Prior experience in small to medium consulting/outsourcing firms preferred
• Deep expertise in 3+ core tax areas, and Working knowledge across other domains
• MS in Taxation preferred
• Public Accounting experience required
• Strong team player and a commitment to high quality, detailed work
• Ability to deal with clients and possess "executive presence"
• Strong computer skills, with experience in a paperless environment

How You'll Stand Out:

• Self-starter with ability to deal with multiple priorities
• Passion for client service and strong communication skills

Benefits

• Work-Life Balance
• People First Company
• Hybrid work policyWorking directly with peers in the US

We embrace authenticity. Kaufman Rossin is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a culture that reflects the diversity of our firm and clients. We encourage understanding, acceptance, and celebration among all people. That includes lifestyle, education, experience, race, ethnicity, age, religion, physical ability, sexual orientation, and gender identity. Differences make unique varieties.