Tax Director: Strategic Leader, CPA & Growth Path

Rust Belt Resources, LLC.; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Rust Belt Resources is partnering with a fast-growing regional public accounting firm to seek experienced Managers and Directors for the General Tax Practice, with many healthcare clients based in Northeast Ohio.

The role offers exceptional flexibility and can be based out of offices in Northeast Ohio (Cleveland or Akron area) or within 2 hours of Cleveland/Akron, leading complex client engagements and strategic tax planning for a growing healthcare portfolio.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; MST or equivalent advanced degree a plus.
• Active CPA certification required for Manager and above.
• 5+ years of progressive public accounting tax experience with demonstrated engagement management.
• Proven track record of team leadership, engagement economics management, and client relationship building.
• Exceptional communication, strategic thinking, and executive presence.

Responsibilities

• Client & Engagement Leadership: Manage and review complex federal, state, and local income tax returns for partnerships, pass-through entities, corporations, trusts, and high-net-worth individuals within the healthcare space.
• Strategic Planning & Advisory: Proactively identify tax efficiency opportunities, structure transactions, and present strategic planning solutions that deliver measurable value.
• Team Development & Mentorship: Lead, manage, and mentor staff and senior tax professionals, fostering technical development, engagement efficiency, and career progression.
• Practice & Workflow Management: Oversee multiple client engagements simultaneously, maintaining high-quality service standards, engagement economics, and timeline execution.
• Client Relationship Management: Serve as a primary point of contact for business leaders and finance teams, providing proactive, solutions-oriented guidance year-round.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with firm leadership and cross-functional teams (including healthcare assurance and advisory) to deliver seamless client service.

Skills

Tax experience

Engagement leadership

Executive presence

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s in Accounting or Finance

Master’s in Taxation (MST)

Job description

Rust Belt Resources is partnering with a fast-growing regional public accounting firm to seek experienced Managers and Directors for the General Tax Practice, with many healthcare clients based in Northeast Ohio.

The role offers exceptional flexibility and can be based out of offices in Northeast Ohio (Cleveland or Akron area) or within 2 hours of Cleveland/Akron, leading complex client engagements and strategic tax planning for a growing healthcare portfolio.