Tax Manager/Director

Solid Rock Recruiting LLC; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Relocation assistance

Job summary

A financial services company is seeking a Tax Manager or early-stage Tax Director to establish and lead its in-house tax department. This position offers a competitive salary of $120,000-$170,000+, a performance-based bonus, and the chance to work closely with executive leadership. Ideal candidates must possess a CPA license and have 4–8+ years of relevant tax experience. Comprehensive benefits and growth potential are part of the offering.

Qualifications

• 4–8+ years of tax experience in a public accounting firm or corporate tax department.
• Desire to take ownership and grow into a director or VP-level role.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all aspects of tax preparation and compliance.
• Oversee filings for Form 990, 1120, 1065, and related returns.
• Hire and mentor future tax staff as the department grows.

Skills

Tax experience

Leadership skills

Communication skills

IRS processes familiarity

Education

CPA license

Job description

Tax Manager / Director (Remote)

💼 Full-Time | Competitive Salary + Growth Potential

Reports to: CFO

About the Company

My client is a fast-growing, self-directed retirement account company with over $4.5 billion in assets under administration and 26,000+ accounts. We’re on a mission to make alternative asset investing more accessible while maintaining top-tier compliance and client service. With rapid growth projected to continue (35–40% annually), we’re looking to build out our in-house tax and compliance function as a key part of our next phase of expansion.

The Opportunity

We’re seeking a Tax Manager or early-stage Tax Director to build and lead our in-house tax services function. This is a high-impact opportunity for someone who wants to take ownership of the process, develop a new business unit, and grow quickly into a senior leadership role.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all aspects of tax preparation and compliance for the firm’s various entities and clients
• Oversee filings for Form 990, 1120, 1065, and related returns
• Manage tax research, planning, and compliance across multiple business entities
• Coordinate with internal finance, operations, and legal teams to ensure accuracy and compliance
• Evaluate and improve tax processes and internal controls
• Hire and mentor future tax staff (interns, staff-level roles) as the department grows
• Work closely with executive leadership to develop tax strategy and identify new revenue opportunities within the tax services unit

Qualifications

• CPA license required
• 4–8+ years of tax experience in a public accounting firm or corporate tax department
• Strong familiarity with Form 990, 1120, and general IRS processes
• Experience in small or midsize firm environments preferred
• Desire to take ownership and grow into a director or VP-level role
• Excellent communication and leadership skills

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary: $120,000–$170,000+ depending on experience
• Bonus potential: Performance-based, with the opportunity for significant upside based on success metrics
• Relocation assistance available for the right candidate if not remote
• Comprehensive benefits package

Why Join Us?

This role offers the rare opportunity to build something from the ground up — shaping a new in-house tax department for a high-growth, entrepreneurial financial services company. You’ll work directly with senior leadership and have a fast track to advancement as the firm continues to scale.

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