Tax Director

Staff Financial Group; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 160,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive rewards and benefits package

Continuous professional development

Job summary

A financial services firm in Cincinnati is seeking a Tax Director to lead its tax practice. This role involves driving growth through exceptional client service and expanding service offerings. The ideal candidate should have a CPA license and over 10 years of business taxation experience. Responsibilities include mentoring teams, managing key engagements, and ensuring high-quality service delivery. This full-time position offers competitive compensation and a collaborative office environment.

Qualifications

• Active CPA license required.
• 10+ years of business tax experience in a Big 4 or large firm.
• Proven experience driving practice growth.
• Outstanding client service and track record of high‑quality engagements.
• Demonstrated leadership with ability to motivate teams.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship‑building abilities.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Grow the Cincinnati tax practice through client relationships.
• Deliver high-quality tax advisory services.
• Lead and motivate high-performing teams.
• Build and maintain strong professional relationships within the firm and community.
• Provide strategic guidance and problem‑solving across engagements.
• Ensure engagement execution meets firm standards and client expectations.
• Support a culture of collaboration, trust, and continuous learning.

Skills

Client service skills

Leadership ability

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication

Analytical problem solving

Education

Active CPA license

10+ years of business tax experience

Job description

Tax Director - Cincinnati, OH

Who: A seasoned tax leader with an active CPA license and 10+ years of business taxation experience in a Big 4, national, or regional firm.

What: Leads and grows the Cincinnati tax practice through exceptional client service, expansion of service offerings, new client acquisition, and high‑quality execution of tax engagements.

When: Full‑time leadership role available immediately.

Where: Cincinnati, OH

Why: To drive strategic practice growth, strengthen client relationships, and deliver top‑tier tax advisory services while mentoring and empowering high‑performing teams.

Office Environment: A collaborative, people‑focused culture rooted in integrity, mutual respect, innovation, and continuous professional development.

Salary: Competitive compensation with a comprehensive total rewards and benefits package.

Position Overview

The Tax Director will play a pivotal role in expanding and serving the Cincinnati tax client base, driving practice growth through exceptional client service, strategic planning, and relationship development. This experienced leader will oversee key engagements, build and mentor teams, and ensure the consistent delivery of high‑quality tax services while fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Grow the Cincinnati tax practice by expanding services to existing clients and cultivating new client relationships.
• Deliver high‑quality tax advisory and compliance services with exceptional client service standards.
• Lead, motivate, and empower teams to perform at a high level.
• Build and maintain strong professional relationships within the firm and community.
• Provide strategic guidance and problem‑solving expertise across engagements.
• Ensure engagement execution meets firm standards and client expectations.
• Support a culture of collaboration, trust, and continuous learning.

Qualifications

• Active CPA license required.
• 10+ years of business tax experience in a Big 4, large national, or regional firm.
• Proven experience driving practice growth through client expansion and business development.
• Outstanding client service skills and track record of delivering high‑quality engagements.
• Demonstrated leadership ability with a passion for motivating teams.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship‑building abilities.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.

If you’re interested in learning more about this opportunity or would like to discuss your qualifications, please apply now.