Director, Tax - Private Client

Forvis Mazars, LLP; Von Ormy (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Forvis Mazars, LLP is seeking a Private Client Tax Director in Von Ormy, Texas. This role involves leading tax compliance and advisory services for ultra-high net worth clients. You will participate in team management, client development, and lead in-depth research on complex tax matters.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree, CPA license, and 9+ years of relevant experience. The position emphasizes client relationship building and mentoring tax professionals while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• 9+ years of relevant progressive tax experience in public accounting or corporate tax.
• Current and valid CPA (Certified Public Accountant) license.
• Flexibility to travel for client engagements and internal meetings.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and execution of tax compliance and advisory services.
• Review tax return preparations for accuracy and compliance.
• Mentor and manage tax professionals, providing coaching and support.
• Represent the firm at industry events and networking forums.

Skills

Tax compliance expertise

Client relationship management

Complex tax matter research

Team management and mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, taxation, or related field

Master's degree in a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

San Antonio, Texas, United States

Forvis Mazars' Private Client tax advisors provide sophisticated tax compliance, consulting, and planning services to individuals, multi‑generational families, fiduciaries, and more. Our professionals include CPAs and JDs. Partnering with our financial planners, Wealth Strategists, and Innovation teams expands your flexibility to help clients grow, preserve, and protect wealth.

The Private Client Tax Director serves as a trusted advisor and member of various client service teams and must possess significant knowledge of taxation compliance and consulting related to personal, partnership, trust, estate, gift, wealth retention strategies as well as charitable entities managed by ultra‑high net worth clients. The Private Client Tax Director participates in client development, team management, and conducts research to stay current as a subject matter expert.

What You Will Do:

• Lead the planning and execution of tax compliance and advisory services for individuals (Forms 1040, 1040‑NR), partnerships (Form 1065), and corporations (Forms 1120, 1120‑S) across a variety of industries.
• Conduct in‑depth research on complex tax matters, apply insights to client engagements, and communicate findings clearly through well‑structured written reports.
• Review tax return preparations completed by other staff to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Build strong client relationships by identifying tax issues, delivering actionable insights, and offering strategic solutions.
• Champion client service excellence, acting as a trusted advisor and fostering long‑term partnerships.
• Mentor and manage tax professionals, providing coaching, performance feedback, and career development support to build a high‑performing, collaborative team.
• Delegate and oversee project tasks, ensuring timely and successful engagement delivery.
• Optimize resource allocation and resolve scheduling conflicts to maintain workflow efficiency.
• Drive business growth through strategic planning, client retention, and proactive business development.
• Expand firm visibility and opportunities by representing the firm at industry events and networking forums.
• Maintain technical expertise through ongoing continuing professional education (CPE), ensuring compliance and staying ahead of industry trends and regulatory changes.
• Drive thought leadership by authoring technical publications and leading internal training sessions to elevate firm‑wide knowledge and capabilities.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, taxation, or related field.
• 9+ years of relevant progressive tax experience in public accounting, or a combination of corporate tax and public accounting.
• Current and valid CPA (Certified Public Accountant) license.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Flexibility to travel for client engagements and internal meetings; travel may include overnight stays.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in a related field.

Legal Notice

Forvis Mazars, LLP is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer in accordance with applicable law. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, or other protected classifications.