Tax Director

MDS Search; Raleigh (NC); Vor Ort; USD 180.000 - 260.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive compensation

Generous PTO

Healthcare

401(k) with match

Winter break

Parental leave

Professional development

Networking events

Zusammenfassung

Our client, a top 50 national advisory firm, seeks a Tax Director / Practice Leader to lead the strategic vision and execution of the tax function across complex client portfolios, ranging from high-net-worth individuals to multi-entity and cross-border structures.

Your impact includes strategic advisory, technical leadership, and practice growth, mentoring teams, and delivering client excellence with a tech-forward mindset.

Qualifikationen

• 10+ years of progressive tax experience in public accounting or professional services.
• Active CPA license or MST/JD/LLM with equivalent tax expertise.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; MST preferred.
• Expert command of U.S. federal, state, and local tax laws, including cross-border structuring.
• Proven leadership in mentoring and scaling tax teams.
• Strong communication with C-suite executives and HNW clients.

Aufgaben

• Lead strategic vision and execution of the tax function across complex client portfolios.
• Advise C-suite executives and business owners on tax planning and risk management.
• Drive engagement profitability and grow service footprints within accounts.
• Mentor and scale tax teams with a culture of accountability.
• Oversee M&A structuring, estate and succession planning for multi-entity structures.

Kenntnisse

M&A structuring

Cross-border portfolios

Leadership

Communication

Tax research

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA or MST/JD/LLM with tax expertise

Master’s in Taxation (MST) preferred

Tools

Tax software

Research platforms

Workflow automation

Jobbeschreibung

Our client is a top 50 national advisory firm.

They are seeking a Tax Director / Practice Leader to lead the strategic vision and execution of our tax function across complex, high-value client portfolios—ranging from high-net-worth individuals and family offices to multi-entity and cross-border enterprise structures.

Your Impact

Strategic Advisory & Client Excellence

Technical Leadership & Practice Growth

Your Background

• Experience: 10+ years of progressive tax experience in public accounting or professional services, with a focus on complex individual, entity, and cross-border portfolios.
• Credentials: Active CPA license (or MST/JD/LLM with equivalent tax expertise).
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required; Master’s in Taxation (MST) preferred.
• Technical Mastery: Expert command of U.S. federal, state, and local tax laws, with proven capability in M&A structuring, estate/succession planning, and multi-entity strategies.
• Leadership Track Record: Demonstrated ability to manage, mentor, and scale dynamic teams while fostering a culture of accountability and professional growth.
• Client & Executive Presence: Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills, with a track record of advising C-suite executives, business owners, and HNW clients.
• Business Acumen: Experience driving engagement profitability, participating in pitch presentations, and expanding service footprints within existing accounts.
• Tech-Forward Mindset: Proficiency in modern tax compliance software, research platforms, and workflow automation tools.

What We Offer

• Competitive Compensation & Bonus: Generous base salary paired with performance-based bonuses.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Ample PTO to recharge throughout the year.
• Comprehensive Healthcare: Top-tier medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus life and disability protection.
• Retirement Planning: 401(k) plan with firm matching contributions.
• Firmwide Winter Break: Fully paid firm closure between December 24 and January 1 to disconnect and recharge.
• Parental Leave: Paid parental leave programs to support growing families.
• Professional Development: Dedicated mentorship, leadership coaching, CPA/continuing education support, and paid professional dues.
• Culture & Connection: Regular firm-sponsored networking events, team celebrations, and milestone gatherings.