Tax Director

A bit about us:

We look for individuals who welcome new ideas, encourage innovation, and are eager to make an impact. Whether you’re starting out in your career or taking your next step as a seasoned professional, the experience here is one-of-a-kind. You can design a career you’ll love from top to bottom – we give you the tools you need to succeed and the autonomy to reach your goals.

Why join us?

Hybrid schedule: 3 days in-office (Monday–Wednesday), 2 days remote (Thursday–Friday)

Location: Elgin, IL – conveniently located right off the highway

Private office provided

Shared Executive Assistant support for administrative tasks (a rare benefit compared to many firms)

Supportive, collaborative team environment with people who enjoy working together

Regular in-office events and activities

Strong focus on training and career development

Job Details

We are looking for a dynamic, highly motivated, and experienced Permanent Tax Director to join our Accounting and Finance team. This critical role will be responsible for leading and managing multiple tax engagements to deliver quality tax services for our clients. This position offers excellent opportunities for leadership and career advancement to the right candidate.

Responsibilities:
As our Tax Director, you will be tasked with the following responsibilities:

1. Oversee and drive the entire tax planning process to minimize tax liabilities and ensure compliance with local, state, and federal tax laws.
2. Develop and implement strategic tax planning for all necessary federal and state taxes.
3. Manage members of the tax team as they prepare components of the company's US federal income tax return and state tax returns.
4. Review tax returns and quarterly/yearly tax projections.
5. Manage and coordinate tax audits.
6. Maintain tax balances on general ledger.
7. Prepare all tax papers on a regular basis and handle all information data requests.
8. Advise management about the impact of new laws on tax liabilities.
9. Coordinate accounting staff and assess their performance.
10. Develop tax strategies to assist the company in being financially efficient.
11. Collaborate with external auditors and HR personnel to ensure all tax-related matters are accurately handled.

Qualifications:
The successful candidate will possess the following qualifications:

1. A Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Juris Doctorate (JD) is required.
2. Minimum of 5+ years of progressive tax experience in public accounting or a combination of corporate and public accounting experience.
3. Strong knowledge of tax code, compliance and procedures for corporations.
4. Familiarity with federal, state, and local reporting requirements.
5. Strong experience with a variety of tax operations and ability to drive process improvements.
6. Strong ability to utilize project management and accounting best practices to organize and prioritize tasks.
7. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to share knowledge with team members and clients.
8. Strong leadership and personnel management skills.
9. Analytical skills and a strong detail-oriented mindset.
10. Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

This role is a fantastic opportunity for a tax professional looking to take the next step in their career and make a significant impact within a dynamic and evolving business. If you are a proactive, strategic thinker with a passion for tax and a desire to use your skills and experience in an exciting new context, we would love to hear from you.
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