Director of Firm Administration

Aline Accounting Partners; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career Growth

401k Safe Harbor Plan

Generous Time Off

11 Paid Holidays

Job summary

Aline Accounting Partners in Chantilly, VA is seeking a Director of Firm Administration to oversee firmwide administrative operations and support internal workflows. This role requires 5+ years of experience in firm administration, strong organizational skills, and excellent communication abilities. You will be the key point of coordination for leadership, managing tax return processing and onboarding. Aline offers career growth, generous time off, and a supportive environment to thrive in your career.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in firm administration or operations within a professional services environment.
• Strong ability to manage multiple workflows and deadlines simultaneously.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work across Partners and teams.

Responsibilities

• Managing firmwide administrative operations and internal workflows.
• Overseeing tax return processing, tracking, and e-filing coordination.
• Identifying process improvements to drive efficiency across the firm.

Skills

Firm administration

Communication

Organizational skills

Critical thinking

Job description

At Aline Accounting Partners, we’re building something special—a Tax & Accounting firm where YOU BELONG and where your career can thrive. Learn more about who we are and what we’re building: https://alineaccounting.com

About the Role

This role will oversee firmwide administrative operations and serve as a key partner to leadership, ensuring internal workflows, onboarding, IT coordination, and non-billable functions run efficiently. The Director of Firm Administration will play a central role in bringing structure, consistency, and accountability across the firm’s operations, acting as a key point of coordination for Partners and internal teams. This role is onsite based in Chantilly, VA.

Responsibilities

• Managing firmwide administrative operations and internal workflows
• Overseeing tax return processing, tracking, and e-filing coordination across multiple engagements
• Supporting IT administration, including licensing, system access, and vendor coordination
• Coordinating onboarding and managing calendars/scheduling for team and leadership
• Serving as a central point of contact and gatekeeper for internal operations and communication
• Identifying process improvements to drive efficiency and consistency across the firm

What We Offer

At Aline, we support your success with a combination of professional growth opportunities and work-life balance:

• Career Growth: Opportunities to advance within a fast-growing CPA firm.
• 401k Safe Harbor Plan: We match 4% of your contributions when you put in 5%.
• Generous Time Off: To provide maximum flexibility.
• 11 Paid Holidays: Time to rest, recharge, and pursue your passions.

What we’re looking for

• 5+ years of experience in firm administration or operations within a professional services environment
• Strong ability to manage multiple workflows and deadlines simultaneously
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and follow-through
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work across Partners and teams
• Comfortable operating independently in a fast-paced environment with minimal oversight
• Ability to think critically, prioritize effectively, and improve processes

Why Join Aline Accounting Partners?

At Aline, you’ll have the opportunity to take on meaningful responsibility, work closely with leadership, and contribute to a growing firm. We offer a collaborative, supportive environment where you can make an impact while continuing to grow your career.