Tax Director — Hybrid Leadership & Partnership Path

Reynolds + Rowella; Ridgefield (CT); Hybrid; USD 170,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedules

401(k) with company match

Medical, Dental, Vision

Paid holidays

Tuition/CPA exam reimbursement

Gym membership reimbursement

Summer flex time

Dress for your day

Job summary

Reynolds + Rowella, LLP is seeking a Tax Director to lead multiple client engagements, develop staff, and steer strategic direction for the tax department. Based in CT with hybrid work, you will mentor managers, manage complex returns, and drive business development.

You will build client relationships, ensure profitability, and stay ahead of tax laws through proactive communication with partners and staff, supporting firm growth and client service excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Accounting/Taxation.
• CPA license, CT preferred.
• 10+ years in public accounting with progression.
• Experience reviewing complex returns.
• Excellent communication and multitasking skills.
• Overtime requirements Jan–Apr (may exceed 55 hours).

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple client engagements in the tax practice.
• Develop and train managers and staff; mentoring responsibilities.
• Drive strategic decisions for the tax department and marketing/biz development.
• Maintain client relationships and ensure retention through proactive communication.
• Coordinate with audit department for seamless service delivery.
• Identify inefficiencies and optimize staffing and processes.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Multi-tasking

Overtime resilience

Education

Bachelor’s/Master’s in Accounting/Taxation

CPA license

Job description

Reynolds + Rowella, LLP is seeking a Tax Director to lead multiple client engagements, develop staff, and steer strategic direction for the tax department. Based in CT with hybrid work, you will mentor managers, manage complex returns, and drive business development.

You will build client relationships, ensure profitability, and stay ahead of tax laws through proactive communication with partners and staff, supporting firm growth and client service excellence.