Job Description
Job Description
Tax Professional – Principal Manager
About Avior
At Avior, we integrate tax, accounting, and wealth management to help individuals plan with intention and live with purpose. We’re a collaborative, growth-oriented firm built on shared values, deep technical expertise, and genuine care for those we serve. Our organizational culture is the heartbeat of our success, rooted in core values that shape every aspect of our work environment.
Avior Core Values
We believe that the core foundation of our culture is a key driver to our success. Our teammates experience their greatest success when they resonate with our core values :
- It’s Not Me, It’s We - We believe working together as a team, we are able to leverage our collective strengths, drive innovation, and achieve greater success than we could on our own.
- We Lead Through Service - We're committed to serving others with humility, generosity, and compassion. This means actively listening, continuously learning, and adapting to meet the needs of those we serve.
- We Pursue Excellence - In the face of challenges or opportunities, we know that our commitment to hard work and loyalty will help us achieve our goals and make a positive impact on the world around us.
- We Shape the Future By sharing our knowledge and experience with one another, we foster a culture of innovation and leadership that leaves a lasting impact and reflects our shared vision and values.
Position Overview
As a Principal Manager at Avior Tax & Accounting, you are an experienced leader and strategic advisor who guides both clients and teams toward success. Your impact is defined by a blend of deep technical mastery, strategic judgment, and effective execution—all in service of our people and clients.
Your leadership connects the details of tax strategy with the larger purpose of financial well-being, helping our individual and business clients make confident decisions that align with their goals and values. You lead with influence—developing professionals, strengthening collaboration across offices, and ensuring operational excellence in every engagement.
You work closely with Avior’s wealth and accounting professionals to deliver integrated, forward-thinking solutions that help clients plan with intention and live with purpose.
As a Principal, you set the tone for excellence, embody Avior’s values, and play a key role in shaping the firm’s culture and future growth—redefining what integrated financial planning looks like.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and review tax engagements for individuals, businesses, and trusts with accuracy and insight.Serve as a trusted advisor to clients—anticipating needs, identifying opportunities, and delivering proactive planning.Collaborate across tax, accounting, and wealth teams to provide holistic client solutions.Collaborate with the office lead and between tax offices to identify opportunities and implement effective change across the company.Coach, mentor, and develop team members to achieve professional and personal growth.Identify and drive business development opportunities, cultivating new client relationships through referrals, networking, and community engagement.Contribute to the culture and success of One Avior through participation in leadership initiatives and knowledge sharing.Reallocate work among teams and manage capacity to balance workloads and deadlines.Provide clarity, professionalism, and care as you address internal and external challenges.Stay current on tax laws, GAAP, and emerging planning opportunities through continuous learning.Qualifications & Experience
CPA or EA certification required; Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field required; Master’s in Accounting or Taxation preferred.10+ years of progressive public accounting experience with demonstrated leadership responsibilities.Advanced expertise in individual and passthrough entity taxation and planning.Demonstrated success in business development, client relationship management, and strategic planning.Strong understanding of GAAP, federal, and multi-state tax regulations.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with an ability to translate complex issues into client clarity.Proven experience managing projects, client relationships, and mentoring team members.Prefer proficiency with CCH Axcess, Engagement, and related tax software.Commitment to continuous learning, innovation, and collaboration.Why Avior?
Employee Benefits : We invest in our employees beyond competitive compensation to include a responsible vacation policy, reasonable work hours during busy tax season, bonus opportunities, and a benefits package that supports your well-being.Collaborative Culture : Experience a team that values service, collaboration, respect and on-going improvement.Professional Growth : Access to continuing education, peer resources, and team development.Impact and Innovation : Contribute ideas that shape Avior’s future and the clients we serve.Your Well-Being Matters
In addition to being part of a purpose-driven culture, joining Avior comes with a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your overall well-being :
Flexible Paid Time Off : We recognize the importance of work-life balance, and our flexible PTO policy reflects our commitment to your overall happiness.401k and 401k Matching : Plan for your future with our retirement savings options.Health Insurance : Take care of your physical well-being with multiple health insurance offerings.Dental Insurance : Maintain your oral health with coverage for a range of dental services.Vision Insurance : Ensure clear sight on your path to success with our vision coverage.Disability Insurance : Safeguard your financial future in the face of the unexpected.Life Insurance : Provide financial security for your loved ones with our life insurance benefits.Health Savings Account (HSA) : Manage healthcare costs and save for the future with our HSA option.Flexible Savings Account (FSA) : Set aside pre-tax dollars for certain dependent care and medical expenses.Employee Assistance Program (EAP) : Access resources and support for personal and professional challenges.Work Environment
Full-timeIn-office with work from home flexibility one preset day per weekMonday – Friday 8 : 00 am – 4 : 30 pm