Tax Director

Search Masters, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Search Masters, Inc. is seeking a Director or Partner to join its Private Client Services practice in Houston, Texas. The role requires overseeing tax engagements and providing strategic tax planning for high-net-worth clients.

Candidates should possess a CPA license and at least 10 years of public accounting experience, demonstrating ability in managing complex tax compliance engagements. Strong leadership skills are essential for mentoring a team of tax professionals.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of public accounting experience with a focus on high-net-worth clients.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex tax compliance and planning engagements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage all aspects of multiple client engagements.
• Review and sign off on high-net-worth individual, fiduciary, partnership, and corporate tax filings.
• Provide advanced tax consulting, planning, and structuring strategies.
• Develop and expand client relationships, identifying opportunities for additional services.
• Cultivate and grow a book of business.

Skills

Advanced tax consulting

Client relationship management

Tax compliance

Leadership and team development

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting

Active CPA license

Job description

Private Client Services – Director / Partner

A nationally recognized accounting firm is actively seeking a Director or Partner to join its rapidly growing Private Client Services (PCS) practice.

Firm Recognition

• Ranked as one of the Top 100 Firms by INSIDE Public Accounting and Accounting Today
• Recognized by the Houston Business Journal as one of the accounting firms with the most local CPAs

Position Overview

The Director / Partner will oversee complex tax engagements, provide strategic tax planning to high-net-worth individuals and closely held entities, and play a key role in developing and expanding client relationships. This role offers a clear path for leadership impact and business growth within a collaborative, entrepreneurial environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage all aspects of multiple client engagements
• Review and sign off on high-net-worth individual, fiduciary, partnership, and corporate tax filings
• Provide advanced tax consulting, planning, and structuring strategies
• Develop and expand client relationships, identifying opportunities for additional services
• Cultivate and grow a book of business
• Collaborate on strategic initiatives
• Supervise, mentor, and develop a team of tax professionals

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting
• Active CPA license required
• 10+ years of public accounting experience with a focus on high-net-worth clients
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex tax compliance and planning engagements

Compensation will be based on a variety of factors including but not limited to level of experience, skills, education, and certifications.