Tax Director (CPA)

Orionplacement; High Point (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

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Job summary

Orionplacement seeks an experienced tax professional to lead tax compliance, planning, and advisory services for individual and business clients in a high-performance public accounting environment.

The role requires an active CPA license and 5+ years of tax-focused experience, with staff supervision considered a plus. Join a collaborative firm that values expertise, leadership, and client relationships.

Qualifications

• Active CPA license required.
• 5+ years of progressive, tax-focused experience, preferably in public accounting.
• Strong knowledge of individual and business taxation, compliance, and tax planning.
• Experience reviewing complex tax returns and working with tax preparation software.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, communication, and client relationship skills.
• Staff supervision or management experience is a plus.
• Advanced tax education or certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead tax compliance, preparation, and strategic planning for individual and business clients.
• Review complex federal and state tax returns, ensuring accuracy, quality, and compliance.
• Develop proactive tax strategies that help clients minimize liabilities and achieve financial goals.
• Guide and mentor tax professionals while overseeing workflow, deadlines, and engagement quality.
• Build trusted client relationships and provide expert guidance on complex tax matters.
• Collaborate with accounting professionals to deliver comprehensive financial solutions.
• Identify process improvements and opportunities to enhance client service.

Skills

Tax planning

Client relationship management

Analytical skills

Leadership

Education

Active CPA license

Tools

Tax software

Job description

Pay: $90,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Make a Real Impact: Lead tax strategy and help business owners and individuals achieve their financial goals.
• Step Into Leadership: Take ownership of complex tax engagements, mentor talented professionals, and help shape our team's success.
• Enjoy Meaningful Variety: Work with diverse clients on challenging tax planning, compliance, and advisory matters.
• Be Valued for Your Expertise: Join a friendly, collaborative firm where your ideas, leadership, and professional judgment truly matter.
• Build Lasting Relationships: Enjoy the satisfaction of providing personalized service and becoming a trusted advisor to clients.

Location

High Point, NC | Full-Time, On-Site

Enjoy working alongside a supportive team in our office, with limited remote flexibility during illness, hazardous weather, or outside normal business hours.

Note

An active CPA license and 5+ years of tax-focused experience are required. Candidates with 10+ years of experience are especially encouraged to apply. Staff management experience is a plus.

About Us

We're an established, full-service public accounting firm committed to helping businesses, executives, and individuals succeed. Our team combines technical expertise with personalized service in a welcoming, collaborative environment where professionals can thrive.

Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Lead tax compliance, preparation, and strategic planning for individual and business clients.
• Review complex federal and state tax returns, ensuring accuracy, quality, and compliance.
• Develop proactive tax strategies that help clients minimize liabilities and achieve financial goals.
• Guide and mentor tax professionals while overseeing workflow, deadlines, and engagement quality.
• Build trusted client relationships and provide expert guidance on complex tax matters.
• Collaborate with accounting professionals to deliver comprehensive financial solutions.
• Identify process improvements and opportunities to enhance client service.

Qualifications

• Active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license required.
• 5+ years of progressive, tax-focused experience, preferably in public accounting.
• Strong knowledge of individual and business taxation, compliance, and tax planning.
• Experience reviewing complex tax returns and working with tax preparation software.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, communication, and client relationship skills.
• Staff supervision or management experience is a plus.
• Advanced tax education or certifications are a plus.

Why You Will Love Working Here

You'll be more than just a tax professional. You'll be a trusted advisor, a valued team member, and an important part of our continued success. We offer an opportunity to take ownership of meaningful work, strengthen your leadership skills, develop lasting client relationships, and grow professionally in a supportive, people-focused environment.

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Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance