Tax Director

Grimes S&C Tax Advisors LLC; Needham (MA); On-site; USD 185,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Life and disability insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Summer Fridays Off

Job summary

Grimes S&C Tax Advisors, LLC, based in Needham, MA, seeks a Tax Director who will lead the tax practice with hands-on client work and final review of complex returns. This senior role focuses on significant client relationships, planning, and advisory services, while mentoring staff and developing business opportunities.

The ideal candidate has CPA credentials, 15+ years of tax experience, and a proven ability to manage a book of business, with strong leadership and communication skills to drive

Qualifications

• CPA certification required; active PTIN and ability to act as an authorized signer for federal returns.
• 15+ years of progressive tax experience with complex tax work and client advisory.
• Deep knowledge of federal and state tax laws with proven client leadership.
• Experience building or managing a book of business preferred.
• Strong communication, analytics, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as senior technical and client leader for the tax practice while remaining hands-on with complex returns.
• Perform final review and signing of federal and state tax returns and filings.
• Lead major client relationships with sophisticated tax planning and advisory services.
• Oversee engagements including notices, audits, and inquiries with tax authorities.
• Provide technical leadership on federal, state, and local tax issues.
• Mentor Tax Managers and Senior staff to uphold quality and service.
• Develop new business and deepen existing client relationships.
• Collaborate with Wealth Management for integrated tax planning opportunities.

Skills

Tax leadership

Client relationship mgmt

Tax planning

Business development

Mentoring

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Advanced degree in Taxation

Tools

CCH Axcess

QuickBooks

Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

About Grimes S&C Tax Advisors, LLC

For nearly five decades, Grimes S&C Tax Advisors, formerly Stevens & Ciccone Associates, P.C., has served as a trusted advisor to individuals and businesses throughout the greater Boston area. Based in Needham, MA, we are a boutique accounting and tax firm specializing in personalized tax planning, accounting, and advisory services, with a strong focus on building long-term client relationships.

Now part of Grimes & Company Wealth Management, S&C combines the personalized service and deep tax expertise of an established local firm with the broader resources and capabilities of a comprehensive wealth management organization.

At Grimes S&C Tax Advisors, we are committed to delivering thoughtful, high-quality advice while preserving the trusted relationships, responsiveness, and individualized service that have defined our client experience.

Position Summary

Grimes S&C Tax Advisors is seeking an accomplished Tax Director to serve as a senior leader within our tax practice. This individual will remain hands-on with important and complex client work while providing final technical oversight, leading major client relationships, developing business, and helping guide the continued growth of Grimes S&C Tax Advisors.

The Tax Director will be expected to provide final review and signing oversight within the scope of their professional credentials and firm authorization. The ideal candidate combines deep technical expertise with strong client leadership and business development capability and may bring or manage an established book of business.

Because S&C is a small, collaborative practice, the Tax Director will remain actively involved in tax preparation, planning, and client service rather than operating solely in a leadership capacity.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a senior technical and client leader for the tax practice while remaining hands-on with complex tax preparation and planning work.
• Perform final review and sign federal and state tax returns and filings within the scope of professional credentials, firm authorization, and applicable requirements.
• Lead major and complex client relationships, providing sophisticated tax planning, advisory services, and practical recommendations.
• Oversee complex engagements and significant tax matters, including notices, audits, inquiries, and correspondence with taxing authorities.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance on complex federal, state, and local tax issues and developments.
• Mentor and develop Tax Managers, Senior Tax Managers, Senior Tax Accountants, and Tax Accountants and help maintain high standards of quality and client service.
• Develop new business, deepen existing client relationships, identify opportunities for expanded services, and contribute to the growth and strategic direction of the tax practice.
• Bring, transition, or manage a book of business when applicable and support the successful integration and retention of those client relationships.
• Collaborate closely with Grimes & Company Wealth Management to identify integrated tax, planning, and wealth management opportunities, strengthen processes, protect confidential information, and support the broader needs of the firm.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required; advanced degree in Taxation or related field preferred.
• 15+ years of progressive tax experience with substantial responsibility for complex tax preparation, review, planning, and client advisory services.
• CPA certification required; active PTIN and ability to act as an authorized signer required for applicable federal tax returns .
• Deep knowledge of federal and state tax laws and regulations and demonstrated ability to resolve highly complex tax matters.
• Extensive experience leading significant client relationships and providing strategic tax planning and advisory services.
• Demonstrated leadership, mentoring, and practice-management capability in a hands‑on tax environment.
• Strong business development record; experience building, managing, or transitioning a book of business strongly preferred.
• Excellent judgment, communication, analytical, relationship-management, and organizational skills.
• Experience with CCH Axcess and QuickBooks required; advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement plan with 6% match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life and disability insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Summer Fridays Off

Why Join Us?

• Growth Opportunities: We invest in the professional development of our team members, offering training and career advancement pathways.
• Collaborative Culture: Work in a supportive and innovative environment where your contributions are valued and recognized.
• Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that rewards your expertise and dedication.

Salary Range:

$185,000 - $225,000+