Tax Operations Transformation Director

BDO USA; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 220,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Total Rewards benefits

Career development opportunities

Job summary

BDO USA is seeking a Managing Director, Tax Operations to lead major operational programs across Tax, aligning strategy with governance and delivery. You will partner with Tax leaders to translate priorities into scalable operating models and measurable outcomes.

The role drives governance, performance visibility, and efficient execution, coordinating with firmwide functions to advance transformation and long-term growth in Tax.

Qualifications

• Fifteen+ years of experience in public accounting or similar environment.
• Experience leading cross-functional programs from strategy through implementation.
• Executive-facing collaboration and decision-influencing experience.

Responsibilities

• Leads execution of Tax transformation initiatives and other high-priority operational programs.
• Translates strategic priorities into actionable plans with clear ownership and outcomes.
• Establishes governance routines, performance tracking, and execution standards.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Executive communication

Leadership

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Change management

Cross-functional collaboration

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management tools

Data analytics tools

Job description

BDO USA is seeking a Managing Director, Tax Operations to lead major operational programs across Tax, aligning strategy with governance and delivery. You will partner with Tax leaders to translate priorities into scalable operating models and measurable outcomes.

The role drives governance, performance visibility, and efficient execution, coordinating with firmwide functions to advance transformation and long-term growth in Tax.