Tax Manager/Director

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

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary $120,000–$170,000+

Bonus potential

Comprehensive benefits package

Relocation assistance

Job summary

A financial services company is seeking a Tax Manager or early-stage Tax Director to build and lead their in-house tax services function. This is an opportunity to develop a new business unit with ownership and growth potential. Responsibilities include tax preparation, compliance across multiple entities, and team management. The ideal candidate holds a CPA license with 4–8+ years of tax experience. A competitive salary of $120,000–$170,000 plus performance-based bonuses is offered.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Desire to take ownership and grow into a director or VP-level role.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all aspects of tax preparation and compliance.
• Hire and mentor future tax staff as the department grows.
• Work closely with executive leadership to develop tax strategy.

Skills

Tax compliance

Communication skills

Leadership skills

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.

Contact

📩 Interested in learning more?

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📞 Or call/text (605) 273‑2108 to discuss the opportunity in more detail.