Director of Tax

Jobot; Worthington Hills (KY); On-site; USD 185,000 - 275,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

401k + match

Life Insurance

PTO

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a seasoned Director of Tax in Worthington Hills, KY to lead all aspects of the tax function across a diversified portfolio. This hands-on leadership role combines strategic tax planning with day-to-day compliance, reporting, and risk management, partnering with executive leadership to support growth and acquisitions.

The ideal candidate will have a CPA, 10+ years of progressive tax experience, public accounting background (Big 4 or national), and strong communication skills to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Active CPA license required.
• 10+ years of progressive tax experience with deep technical tax expertise.
• Significant public accounting background, ideally with a Big 4, national, or large regional firm.
• Prior experience at the Tax Director level or equivalent leadership capacity.
• Strong knowledge of corporate taxation, partnership taxation, multi-state tax compliance, and ASC 740.
• Experience supporting acquisitions, tax due diligence, and complex multi-entity organizations.
• Proven ability to lead, develop, and mentor tax professionals.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to translate complex tax concepts for business leaders.
• Experience utilizing tax provision and compliance software platforms.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute tax strategies that support business growth while minimizing tax exposure and ensuring compliance.
• Advise executive leadership on tax implications related to acquisitions, entity structures, business initiatives, and geographic expansion.
• Lead tax due diligence, structuring, and integration efforts associated with M&A activity.
• Monitor federal, state, and local tax legislation and proactively assess business impact.
• Oversee the preparation and filing of all federal, state, and local tax returns across multiple entities and jurisdictions.
• Manage income tax provision processes, including ASC 740 reporting, deferred taxes, and uncertain tax positions.
• Ensure compliance with indirect tax requirements, including sales & use, property, franchise, payroll, and other applicable taxes.
• Coordinate estimated payments, extensions, and annual tax calendars.
• Lead federal, state, and local tax audits from initiation through resolution.
• Maintain strong internal controls and documentation surrounding tax-related processes.
• Partner with external auditors and advisors on tax reporting and compliance matters.
• Identify and mitigate tax risks across the organization.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Experience utilizing tax provision and

Leadership and mentoring

Tax strategy & planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Active CPA license

Tools

Tax provision software

Job description

Director of Tax

$185000 - $275000 per year | Worthington Hills, KY | On-site | Permanent

Director of Tax/$$$/Top Compensation & BONUS!!!

A bit about us:

Join a dynamic investment management firm that thrives on unlocking the potential of businesses. We're dedicated to partnering with companies to fuel growth and profitability through strategic initiatives and operational excellence. As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to work closely with talented professionals and company leadership, making a meaningful impact while contributing to our shared success. Join us in shaping the future of business and unleashing potential together.

Why join us?

• TOP Compensation & Bonus!!
• Medical/Dental/Vision
• 401k + match
• Life Insurance
• PTO

Job Details

Job Details:

We are seeking an experienced Director of Tax to lead all aspects of the company's tax function across a growing, diversified portfolio of businesses. This individual will serve as the company's tax subject matter expert, overseeing tax strategy, compliance, reporting, planning, audits, and risk management while partnering closely with executive leadership to support continued growth, acquisitions, and operational initiatives.

This is a highly visible, hands‑on leadership role that combines strategic influence with technical tax expertise. The ideal candidate is equally comfortable developing tax strategy, leading a small team, and rolling up their sleeves to navigate complex tax matters.

Key Responsibilities

Tax Strategy & Planning

• Develop and execute tax strategies that support business growth while minimizing tax exposure and ensuring compliance.
• Advise executive leadership on tax implications related to acquisitions, entity structures, business initiatives, and geographic expansion.
• Lead tax due diligence, structuring, and integration efforts associated with M&A activity.
• Monitor federal, state, and local tax legislation and proactively assess business impact.

Tax Compliance & Reporting

• Oversee the preparation and filing of all federal, state, and local tax returns across multiple entities and jurisdictions.
• Manage income tax provision processes, including ASC 740 reporting, deferred taxes, and uncertain tax positions.
• Ensure compliance with indirect tax requirements, including sales & use, property, franchise, payroll, and other applicable taxes.
• Coordinate estimated payments, extensions, and annual tax calendars.

Audit, Controls & Risk Management

• Lead federal, state, and local tax audits from initiation through resolution.
• Maintain strong internal controls and documentation surrounding tax-related processes.
• Partner with external auditors and advisors on tax reporting and compliance matters.
• Identify and mitigate tax risks across the organization.

Leadership & Business Partnership

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high‑performing tax team.
• Manage external tax advisors, consultants, and service providers.
• Collaborate with Accounting, FP&A, Treasury, Legal, and operational leaders to support business objectives.
• Drive process improvements and leverage technology to enhance the efficiency and scalability of the tax function.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Active CPA license required.
• 10+ years of progressive tax experience with deep technical tax expertise.
• Significant public accounting background, ideally with a Big 4, national, or large regional firm.
• Prior experience at the Tax Director level or equivalent leadership capacity.
• Strong knowledge of corporate taxation, partnership taxation, multi‑state tax compliance, and ASC 740.
• Experience supporting acquisitions, tax due diligence, and complex multi‑entity organizations.
• Proven ability to lead, develop, and mentor tax professionals.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to translate complex tax concepts for business leaders.
• Experience utilizing tax provision and compliance software platforms.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a seasoned tax professional to make a significant impact on our company's financial performance and strategic direction. If you have the required skills and experience and are ready for a challenging but rewarding role, we would love to hear from you.

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