Tax Director (Construction)- Southeast

Lever, Inc.; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary vacation

Floating holidays

Wellness days

Hybrid schedule

Home office equipment

Continued education

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with match

Tuition reimbursement

Cell phone reimbursement

Job summary

Moore Colson, a leading Atlanta-based firm, is seeking a Tax Director to lead complex engagements for construction-industry clients and shape client outcomes.

You will mentor staff, drive tax planning, and work with firm leadership to grow services. CPA license and 8+ years in public accounting are required, with strong leadership and communication skills.

This role offers a collaborative culture, top-tier rewards, and opportunities to influence firm strategy and develop teams.

Qualifications

• CPA license is required.
• 8+ years in public accounting with increasing responsibility.
• Experience presenting clients before tax authorities.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Bachelor’s in Accounting; Master’s in Taxation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review and approve complex tax returns for construction clients.
• Ensure compliance with federal and state tax laws.
• Lead tax research and planning initiatives.
• Serve as a technical resource for staff and clients.
• Supervise and mentor tax team members.
• Collaborate with audit teams on large client engagements.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Tax expertise

Education

Bachelor’s in Accounting

Master’s in Taxation preferred

Tools

CCH ProSystem fx

Job description

Ever wish you could lead at a higher level in public accounting in an environment designed for long-term success? At Moore Colson, we’re actively hiring a Tax Director to join our team, where you’ll play a critical role in shaping client outcomes while continuing to expand your impact. This role requires significant experience serving construction industry clients, including providing tax planning, consulting, and compliance services tailored to the unique challenges and opportunities within the construction sector.

You’ll serve as a trusted advisor to clients, lead complex engagements, and collaborate with firm leadership to drive growth and innovation. With opportunities to influence firm strategy, mentor and develop teams, and contribute to business development efforts, you’ll have a clear path to continue advancing within an independent firm consistently recognized as one of Atlanta’s Best Places to Work. If you’ve ever thought, “I want to do more than just manage. I want to shape the future of public accounting in a better environment,” this could be the right next step.

If you’re energized by an award-winning culture, a competitive total rewards package, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact, consider joining our team.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and approve complex tax returns for construction industry clients
• Ensure compliance with federal and state tax laws
• Lead tax research and planning initiatives
• Serve as a technical resource for staff and clients
• Supervise and mentor tax team members
• Collaborate with audit teams on large client engagements

Requirements

• CPA licenserequired
• 8+ years in public accounting with increasing responsibility
• Experiencerepresentingclients before tax authorities
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Proficiencyin tax software (e.g., CCH ProSystemfx) preferred
• Bachelor’s in Accounting(Master’s in Taxationpreferred)

Benefits

• Generous time off: Discretionary vacation, floating holidays, wellness days, and paid holidays
• Flexible work experience: Hybrid schedule + home office equipment provided
• Career investment: Continuing education, coaching & mentoring programs
• Comprehensive benefits package: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, tuition/certification reimbursement
• Support for your life outside work: Cell phone reimbursement, business casual dress code, fitness membership discounts
• A people‑focused culture: Volunteer days, social events, and a collaborative, award‑winning workplace

Moore Colson is consistently recognized as one of Atlanta’s top accounting firms and a leading workplace locally and nationally. We are regularly ranked by the Atlanta Business Chronicle and Inside Public Accounting for our size, growth, and overall excellence, and we are proud to be recognized as a Top Workplace at both the regional and national level. Most importantly, our clients trust us and enjoy doing business with us. We’re looking for people who share the enthusiasm, passion, and respect for hard work that continues to drive our success.

If you are interested in our award-winning corporate culture, excited for our best-in-class total rewards package and ready to take your career to the next level with a growing organization, consider joining our team!

At Moore Colson, we are a business based on ethics and integrity. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

To be considered for this position, candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis. Moore Colson does not sponsor employment visas, including H‑1B or other work authorization.