Tax Director

Moore Colson CPAs & Advisors; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Moore Colson, a top CPA firm in Atlanta, seeks a Tax Director to lead complex tax engagements and mentor staff. This leadership position involves ensuring compliance, conducting strategic tax planning, and collaborating with clients across various industries. Ideal candidates will possess a CPA license and significant experience in public accounting.

Benefits

Discretionary vacation

Fitness membership discounts

Continuing education opportunities

Home office technology provided

401k with match

Tuition and certification reimbursement

Paid holidays

"Dress for Your Day" attire code

Qualifications

• CPA license required.
• 8+ years in public accounting with increasing responsibility.
• Experience representing clients before tax authorities.

Responsibilities

• Review and approve complex tax returns and audits.
• Ensure compliance with federal and state tax laws.
• Lead tax research and planning initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor’s in Accounting

Master’s in Taxation

Tools

CCH ProSystem fx

Job description

Tax Director – Moore Colson (Atlanta, GA)

Moore Colson, a top-ranked CPA and consulting firm in Atlanta with 40+ years of experience, is seeking a Tax Director to join its collaborative, client-focused team. This leadership role involves overseeing complex tax engagements, managing client relationships, mentoring staff, and contributing to strategic tax planning across diverse industries including real estate, construction, tech, and private equity.

Responsibilities:

• Review and approve complex tax returns and audits
• Ensure compliance with federal and state tax laws
• Lead tax research and planning initiatives
• Serve as a technical resource for staff and clients
• Supervise and mentor tax team members
• Collaborate with audit teams on large client engagements

Requirements:

• CPA license required
• 8+ years in public accounting with increasing responsibility
• Experience representing clients before tax authorities
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in tax software (e.g., CCH ProSystem fx) preferred
• Bachelor’s in Accounting (Master’s in Taxation preferred)
• Discretionary vacation, floating holidays, wellness days, and paid holidays
• Remote work options (up to 2 days/week)
• Home office technology provided
• "Dress for Your Day" attire code
• Fitness membership discounts or reimbursement
• Continuing education opportunities
• Competitive salary and bonus program
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401k with match
• Tuition and certification reimbursement
• Cell phone reimbursement
• Coaching and mentoring programs
• Family and team social events

Awards & Recognition: Moore Colson is consistently ranked among Atlanta’s Top 15 Accounting Firms and has been named a Top Workplace by the Atlanta Journal-Constitution and Top Workplace USA. Inside Public Accounting has recognized Moore Colson as one of America’s Top 110 Largest Accounting Firms, a Fastest-Growing Firm, and a Best of the Best Top 50 Firm.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Moore Colson is committed to ethics and integrity and welcomes all qualified applicants.

Application Note: Moore Colson does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party recruiting agencies without pre-approval.

If you are interested in joining a firm with an award-winning culture and comprehensive benefits, consider applying to Moore Colson.