Tax Director

Botwinick & Company, LLC; Boca Raton (FL); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leadership role

Direct client interaction

Partnership track

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Botwinick & Company, LLC is seeking an experienced Director of Tax to lead its tax practice across its Rochelle Park, NJ and Boca Raton, FL offices. This is a full-time, on-site leadership role overseeing complex tax engagements and strategic planning for businesses, real estate entities, and high-net-worth individuals.

You will mentor tax professionals, oversee engagement quality, grow client relationships, and help shape the firm’s tax advisory services while working closely with firm

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA certification required.
• Minimum of 15 years of progressive tax accounting experience in public accounting.
• Strong experience with tax compliance and planning for partnerships, LLCs, S corporations, C corporations, and high-net-worth individuals.
• Extensive knowledge of federal, state, and local tax laws and regulations.
• Ability to mentor and lead tax professionals; develop client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a senior tax advisor to business owners, high-net-worth individuals, and real estate investors.
• Oversee preparation and review of federal, state, and local tax returns for multiple entities.
• Identify tax planning opportunities and guide clients through significant transactions and events.
• Research and interpret complex tax legislation and monitor regulatory developments.
• Develop and maintain long-term relationships with key clients and lead firm tax initiatives.
• Lead, mentor, and develop tax professionals and ensure engagement quality.

Skills

Leadership

Tax planning

Client relationships

Real estate tax

Research & analysis

Communication

Mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA certification

Job description

Botwinick & Company, LLC is seeking an experienced Director of Tax to join its Rochelle Park, NJ and Boca Raton, FL offices. This is a full-time, on-site leadership position for a highly experienced tax professional who will play a key role in overseeing the firm's tax practice, providing sophisticated tax planning and advisory services, and serving as a trusted advisor to clients.

The Director of Tax will be responsible for managing complex tax engagements, overseeing the preparation and review of federal, state, and local tax returns, and providing strategic tax planning and consulting services to businesses, real estate entities, and high-net-worth individuals. The Director will work closely with firm leadership and clients to identify tax planning opportunities, address complex tax issues, and develop solutions that support clients' financial and business objectives.

In addition to technical tax responsibilities, the Director will provide leadership and mentorship to tax professionals, oversee workflow and engagement quality, contribute to the continued growth of the firm's tax practice, and play an active role in developing and strengthening client relationships.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• CPA certification required
• Minimum of 15 years of progressive tax accounting experience, within a public accounting firm
• Significant experience with tax compliance and planning for partnerships, LLCs, S corporations, C corporations, and high-net-worth individuals
• Strong experience with real estate taxation, including real estate partnerships and complex ownership structures
• Extensive knowledge of federal, state, and local tax laws and regulations
• Demonstrated ability to research, analyze, and resolve complex tax issues
• Proven experience managing multiple client engagements and deadlines
• Strong leadership, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to develop and maintain long-term client relationships
• Demonstrated ability to mentor, develop, and lead tax professionals
• Strong business development and networking skills with the ability to identify opportunities to expand client relationships and the firm's tax practice

Responsibilities

• Serve as a senior tax advisor to business owners, high-net-worth individuals, real estate investors, and other sophisticated clients, providing strategic tax planning and consulting throughout the year.
• Identify tax-saving opportunities and develop proactive strategies aligned with clients’ financial, business, and investment objectives, including guidance on significant transactions and business events.
• Oversee the preparation and review of federal, state, and local tax returns for partnerships, LLCs, S corporations, C corporations, real estate entities, trusts, and high-net-worth individuals, identifying technical issues and planning opportunities.
• Research and interpret complex federal, state, and local tax legislation and regulations; monitor legislative developments and assess their potential impact on clients and the firm’s tax practice.
• Develop and maintain strong, long-term relationships with key clients and serve as a trusted advisor by proactively identifying client needs and opportunities for additional tax and advisory services.
• Communicate complex tax matters clearly and effectively, lead client meetings and presentations, and collaborate with firm leadership to strengthen client relationships, retention, and business development.
• Lead, mentor, and develop tax managers, seniors, staff accountants, and other tax professionals while providing guidance on performance, career development, technical growth, and professional standards.

What We Offer

• Leadership role within an established and growing accounting, tax, and advisory firm
• Opportunity to work directly with business owners, high-net-worth individuals, and sophisticated clients
• Significant client interaction and opportunity to serve as a trusted advisor
• Opportunity to help shape and grow the firm's tax practice
• Professional growth and advancement opportunities towards Partnership

Work Location: In Person — Rochelle Park, NJ and Boca Raton, FL