Senior Tax Director - Strategy, Compliance & Growth

Forvis-Mazars; Tysons (VA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Forvis Mazars, LLP is a leading public accounting firm delivering assurance, tax, and advisory services to clients across industries. The Tax team provides proactive guidance to help clients navigate complex tax landscapes with clarity and confidence.

This role focuses on leadership, client service, and delivering value through collaboration. The Senior Tax Manager will oversee planning and execution of tax compliance for individuals, partnerships, and corporations, mentor staff, and drive

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Taxation or related field.
• 9+ years of 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.

Responsibilities

• 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).
• Conduct in-depth research on complex tax matters and communicate findings clearly through well-structured written reports.
• Review tax return preparations completed by other staff to ensure accuracy and regulatory compliance.
• Build strong client relationships by identifying tax issues and delivering actionable insights.
• Champion client service excellence, acting as a trusted advisor and fostering long-term partnerships.
• Mentor and manage tax professionals, providing coaching and career development support to build a high-performing team.
• Delegate and oversee project tasks, ensuring timely engagement delivery.
• Drive business growth through strategic planning and client development.
• Expand firm visibility by representing the firm at industry events and networking forums.
• Maintain technical expertise through Continuing Professional Education (CPE).
• Drive thought leadership by authoring technical publications and leading internal training sessions to elevate knowledge.

Skills

CPA license

MS Office

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Taxation or related field

Master’s Degree in related field

Job description

Forvis Mazars, LLP is a leading public accounting firm delivering assurance, tax, and advisory services to clients across industries. The Tax team provides proactive guidance to help clients navigate complex tax landscapes with clarity and confidence.

This role focuses on leadership, client service, and delivering value through collaboration. The Senior Tax Manager will oversee planning and execution of tax compliance for individuals, partnerships, and corporations, mentor staff, and drive