Doeren Mayhew

Tax Director

Doeren Mayhew$130K — $160K *
Legal & Accounting
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's in Accounting; Master's in Taxation or Accounting preferred.
  • Active CPA license, required.
  • 10+ years in public accounting, with focus on tax compliance and consulting.
  • Experience in managing client engagements and leading tax teams.
  • Strong grasp of tax regulations for various entities.
  • Proven ability to build lasting client relationships as a trusted advisor.
  • Excellent analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

  • Lead complex tax engagements for various entities and individuals.
  • Advise clients on tax planning strategies aligned with their goals.
  • Build strong client relationships through exceptional service.
  • Research complex tax issues and present recommendations.
  • Review tax returns and ensure compliance with standards.
  • Monitor tax law changes and educate clients and team members.
  • Identify expansion opportunities for client services and collaborate across teams.
  • Manage budgets, schedules, and ensure timely completion of work.
  • Mentor tax team members through performance feedback and training.
  • Participate in recruiting and onboarding tax professionals.
  • Support business development activities and community involvement.

Benefits

  • Professional development and training opportunities.
  • Collaborative and supportive team environment.
  • Engagement in community and business initiatives.
  • Opportunity for mentoring and team leadership.
Full Job Description
Doeren Mayhew is seeking a Tax Director to join our Orlando, Florida office. This role is responsible for leading tax compliance and planning engagements, delivering high-quality client service through technical quality control, cost effectiveness, accuracy, and timeliness.

Responsibilities
  • Lead the planning, execution, and review of complex federal, state, and local tax engagements for privately held businesses, high-net-worth individuals, and pass-through entities.
  • Serve as the primary advisor to clients, providing proactive tax planning strategies that align with their business and financial goals.
  • Build and maintain strong client relationships through exceptional service, responsiveness, and trusted advisory support.
  • Research complex tax issues and communicate practical recommendations to clients and internal teams.
  • Review tax returns, workpapers, and deliverables to ensure technical accuracy, quality, and compliance with firm standards.
  • Monitor changes in tax laws and regulations and educate clients and team members on emerging developments.
  • Identify opportunities to expand client services and collaborate with other service lines to deliver comprehensive solutions.
  • Lead client meetings, presentations, and year-round tax planning discussions.
  • Manage engagement budgets, staffing, scheduling, and profitability while ensuring timely completion of client work.
  • Mentor, coach, and develop tax managers, seniors, and staff through performance feedback, technical training, and career development.
  • Participate in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding new tax professionals.
  • Support firm growth initiatives through business development activities, networking, community involvement, and proposal development.
  • Maintain compliance with professional standards, firm policies, and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting required; Master's degree in Taxation or Accounting preferred.
  • Active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license required.
  • 10+ years of progressive public accounting experience with significant expertise in tax compliance and consulting.
  • Prior experience managing multiple client engagements and leading tax professionals in a public accounting environment.
  • Strong technical knowledge of federal, state, and local tax regulations affecting individuals, corporations, partnerships, S corporations, and trusts.
  • Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain long-term client relationships while serving as a trusted business advisor.
  • Excellent analytical, research, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
  • Outstanding verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present complex tax matters clearly to clients and colleagues.
  • Strong project management, organizational, and time management skills with the ability to balance multiple priorities.

About Doeren Mayhew

Doeren Mayhew is a public accounting firm that provides audit, tax, and consulting services to businesses and individuals. The company was founded in 1932 and is headquartered in Troy, Michigan. Doeren Mayhew has additional offices in Michigan, Texas, Florida, and North Carolina. The company serves clients in a variety of industries, including healthcare, manufacturing, construction, and not-for-profit organizations. Doeren Mayhew is committed to providing high-quality services and building long-term relationships with its clients.
Learn more about Doeren Mayhew
Size
300 employees
Industry
Net Income
$4 million
5 Year Trend
+2%
Revenue
$40 million

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