Tax Director | Public Accounting

Orionplacement; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 160,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

Orionplacement is seeking a senior tax leader in Portland, ME to oversee complex client engagements for closely held businesses and high-net-worth individuals. You will mentor staff, drive planning, and ensure high-quality delivery while partnering with firm leadership on growth initiatives.

The role requires 6+ years in public accounting tax and an active CPA license or EA, with on-site work in the first year and potential hybrid arrangements thereafter.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of directly relevant public accounting tax experience.
• Leadership experience at senior, manager, or director level.
• Active CPA license or EA credential.
• Strong tax planning and compliance experience for closely held businesses and owners.
• Experience with S Corporations, partnerships, and individual taxation.
• Ability to lead teams and manage complex engagements.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic tax advisory and planning services to closely held businesses, owners, and high-net-worth individuals.
• Lead the review and delivery of complex tax returns with exposure to S corps, partnerships, and individuals.
• Advise clients on complex tax issues and structuring for tax efficiency.
• Mentor and develop tax managers, seniors, and staff while fostering accountability and collaboration.
• Manage complex engagements with focus on quality, efficiency, profitability, and client service.
• Develop strong client relationships and act as a trusted tax advisor for business decisions.
• Research complex tax matters and communicate practical solutions to clients and internal teams.
• Partner with firm leadership on strategic initiatives and development of the tax practice.
• Identify opportunities to expand client relationships and participate in business development.

Skills

Leadership

Tax advisory

Client relations

Project management

Communication skills

Education

CPA license or EA credential

Tools

CCH Axcess

Caseware

CCH Fixed Assets

Job description

Pay: $160,000.00 - $210,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Step into a high-impact leadership role where you can influence client strategy, develop talented professionals, and help shape the continued growth of a respected public accounting practice.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to closely held businesses, business owners, and high-net-worth individuals on sophisticated tax planning, structuring, compliance, and long-term financial decisions.
• Lead and mentor experienced tax professionals while building a collaborative, high-performing team.
• Partner closely with firm leadership on strategic initiatives, client relationships, business development, and practice growth.
• Work with a diverse client base across industries including construction and real estate, manufacturing, automotive, and other commercial businesses.
• Join an employee-first environment that values flexibility, work-life harmony, professional development, and long-term career growth.

Location: This is a full-time opportunity based in Portland, Maine. New team members work primarily on-site during their first year to build strong relationships and become fully integrated with the team, with meaningful day-to-day flexibility when life requires it. After the first year, employees may transition to a hybrid schedule if that is their preference.

Note: Candidates must have 6+ years of directly relevant public accounting tax experience, including meaningful leadership experience managing teams and complex client engagements. An active CPA license or equivalent credential such as an EA is required. Candidates coming exclusively from private industry or without prior public accounting experience will not be considered.

About Us

We are an established full-service public accounting, tax, and advisory firm helping businesses, owners, and families make thoughtful financial decisions and navigate increasingly complex tax matters. Our team combines deep technical expertise with proactive advice, personalized service, and an industry-focused approach. We are continuing to grow and are looking for experienced leaders who want to make a lasting impact on our clients, our people, and our firm. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Provide strategic tax advisory and planning services to closely held businesses, business owners, and high-net-worth individuals.
• Lead the review and delivery of complex tax returns, with significant exposure to S Corporations, partnerships, and individual taxation.
• Advise clients on complex tax issues, planning opportunities, business structuring, and strategies designed to improve tax efficiency.
• Lead, mentor, and develop tax managers, seniors, and staff while creating an environment of accountability, collaboration, and professional growth.
• Manage complex client engagements while maintaining high standards for quality, efficiency, profitability, and client service.
• Develop strong client relationships and become a trusted resource for both tax matters and broader business decisions.
• Research complex tax matters and clearly communicate practical solutions to clients and internal teams.
• Partner with firm leadership on strategic initiatives and the continued development of the tax practice.
• Identify opportunities to expand existing client relationships and participate in business development efforts.
• Build specialized expertise across key industries and provide consultative, value-added advice beyond traditional tax compliance.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of directly relevant public accounting tax experience.
• Previous leadership experience at the senior, manager, senior manager, director, or comparable level.
• Active CPA license or equivalent credential such as an EA.
• Strong experience with tax planning and compliance for closely held businesses and their owners.
• Strong knowledge of S Corporations, partnerships, and individual taxation.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams and manage complex engagements.
• Strong client advisory, relationship-building, project management, and communication skills.
• Experience with CCH Axcess, Caseware, CCH Fixed Assets, or comparable tax and accounting platforms is preferred.

Why You Will Love Working Here

• Employee-first culture that recognizes people have responsibilities and priorities outside of work.
• Collaborative environment where senior leaders remain accessible and teamwork is genuinely valued.
• Flexibility that grows with your tenure, including the opportunity to transition to a hybrid schedule after your first year.
• Meaningful opportunity to influence clients, develop future leaders, and contribute to firm strategy.
• Long-term professional development with room to expand your leadership responsibilities and impact.
• Stable, established public accounting environment with sophisticated clients and interesting tax work.

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Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance