Tax Director: Path to Partnership, Big Bonuses & 401K

Pernini Legal, Inc.; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

401K match 5%

Partnership track

Diverse client base

Job summary

Pernini Legal, Inc. is seeking a Tax Director to lead the tax practice in our California office.

You will oversee technical reviews, supervise staff, and manage complex client engagements across SEC and closely held clients, with emphasis on planning and compliance. The role offers excellent benefits, a clear path to Partnership, and a balanced workload in a profitable regional CPA firm with strong growth potential.

Qualifications

• Seven to ten years of public accounting experience with growth in tax complexity and research.
• At least two years of experience representing clients before tax authorities.
• Minimum one year supervising and directing tax preparers.
• Mandatory CPA license and active AICPA membership.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical review and approval of tax returns and examinations.
• Serve as SME in discipline or industry for tax matters.
• Lead client service assignments and ensure timely delivery within budgeted time.
• Oversee larger tax returns and delegation to staff based on need.
• Participate in client meetings and tax planning for large clients.
• Mentor and train staff, including performance development.

Skills

Tax strategy

People management

Client service

Tax research

Education

CPA license

Bachelor’s in Accounting

Master’s in Taxation (preferred)

Job description

Pernini Legal, Inc. is seeking a Tax Director to lead the tax practice in our California office.

You will oversee technical reviews, supervise staff, and manage complex client engagements across SEC and closely held clients, with emphasis on planning and compliance. The role offers excellent benefits, a clear path to Partnership, and a balanced workload in a profitable regional CPA firm with strong growth potential.