Tax Director

Dan Toussant & Associates; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 170,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Dan Toussant & Associates, a Northeast Ohio-based independent Registered Investment Advisory firm, seeks an experienced CPA and tax leader to guide a growing tax practice and deliver client-focused planning, compliance and advisory services.

The Director of Tax Services will oversee engagements across individuals, partnerships, S-corporations and trusts, mentor tax staff, monitor regulatory changes, and collaborate with wealth planning teams to provide integrated client solutions.

Qualifications

• Active CPA license required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in a CPA firm, financial services firm, or comparable tax environment.
• Approximately 5+ years of leadership or managerial experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead tax planning, compliance, and advisory engagements across a diverse client portfolio.
• Oversee preparation and review of federal, state, and local tax returns for individuals, partnerships, S corporations, trusts.
• Serve as a senior point of contact for clients on tax-related matters.
• Develop proactive tax planning strategies to help clients manage tax liabilities and broader financial objectives.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop tax managers and staff with technical guidance.
• Maintain high standards for technical accuracy, regulatory compliance, and client service.

Skills

Leadership experience

Client communication

Attention to detail

Organization

Strategic thinking

MS Office proficiency

Education

CPA license

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

UltraTax CS

Practice CS

Job description

Base Compensation: $170,000–$200,000 base compensation, with flexibility for more senior candidates

Additional Opportunity: Higher compensation and long-term incentive opportunities may be considered for highly experienced candidates

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced CPA and tax leader to take a key leadership role within a growing tax and financial advisory organization.

The Director of Tax Services will oversee client-focused tax planning, compliance, and advisory services while helping lead and develop the tax team. This role is well suited for a senior tax professional who wants to remain close to clients and technical work while taking on broader responsibility for people, service quality, and the continued development of the tax practice.

What You’ll Do

• Lead tax planning, compliance, and advisory engagements across a diverse client portfolio.
• Oversee the preparation and review of federal, state, and local tax returns for:
• Individuals
• Partnerships
• S corporations
• Trusts
• Serve as a senior point of contact for clients on tax-related matters.
• Develop proactive tax planning strategies designed to help clients manage tax liabilities and support their broader financial objectives.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop tax managers and staff while providing technical guidance and performance feedback.
• Maintain high standards for technical accuracy, regulatory compliance, and client service.
• Monitor changes in tax laws and regulations and communicate relevant implications to clients and internal team members.
• Collaborate with financial planning and investment management professionals to deliver coordinated client solutions.
• Support the continued growth and development of the tax practice, including appropriate business development initiatives.

What You Need

• Active CPA license.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
• 10+ years of experience working in a CPA firm, financial services firm, or comparable tax environment.
• Approximately 5+ years of leadership or managerial experience.
• Strong technical knowledge of individual, partnership, S corporation, trust, gift, federal, state, and local taxation.
• Demonstrated experience managing tax engagements and client relationships.
• Experience leading, supervising, or developing tax professionals.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong professional judgment, organization, and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and make sound decisions in a client-service environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Nice to Have

• Experience serving privately held businesses and their owners.
• Experience with tax planning and consulting in addition to tax compliance.
• Experience working with financial planning, wealth management, or investment management professionals.
• Experience contributing to the growth or development of a tax practice.
• Experience with Thomson Reuters UltraTax CS and Practice CS.

Why Consider This Opportunity

• $170,000–$200,000 base compensation, with flexibility for more senior candidates.
• Potential for higher compensation for highly experienced candidates.
• Long-term incentive opportunities.
• Take on a visible leadership role within a growing tax practice.
• Maintain direct involvement with clients while expanding your leadership responsibilities.
• Work collaboratively with tax, financial planning, and investment management professionals.
• Help mentor and develop tax managers and staff.
• Contribute to the continued evolution of the tax practice and client experience.
• Join a client-centered organization focused on personalized service, professional quality, and long-term relationships.

About the Organization

The organization is an independent Registered Investment Advisory firm based in Northeast Ohio.

Its mission is to positively impact the lives of clients, team members, and the community by delivering high-quality financial advice, personalized service, and an exceptional client experience.

The organization operates with a client-centered, growth-oriented philosophy and brings together tax, financial planning, and investment management capabilities to serve clients more comprehensively.

If you are an experienced CPA who wants to combine technical tax expertise, client leadership, and team development in a growing financial advisory environment, we would welcome the opportunity to speak with you.