Tax Director - Private Client Services

Andersen Tax Llc

$120K — $180K *
Legal & Accounting
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8+ years of experience in accounting with 6+ years in Private Client services
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or related field preferred
  • Active CPA, JD, or EA credential for IRS client representation
  • Strong project management and organizational skills
  • Technical expertise in complex Private Client tax issues
  • Demonstrated leadership and interpersonal abilities
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • High integrity and strong problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

  • Oversee and collaborate with client service teams on various engagements
  • Review and take responsibility for complex income tax returns, including federal and multi-state filings
  • Maintain ongoing communication with clients to manage expectations and ensure service excellence
  • Manage and mentor Associates, Senior Associates, and Managers while assessing their performance
  • Participate in local and firm-wide initiatives to enhance service delivery
  • Plan, execute, and manage tax projects while developing innovative strategies for clients
  • Engage in business development activities, including proposals and webinars

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance coverage for employees and their families
  • 401(k) plan eligibility from hire date
  • 200 hours of paid time off annually
  • Twelve paid holidays each calendar year
Full Job Description
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The Role

As a member of the Private Client Services practice, Tax Directors oversee the efforts of and work collaboratively with multiple client service teams on engagements for a variety of clients, which may include some of the Wealthiest Families in the US, Family Offices, Owner Operated Business Entities, Alternative Investment Fund Principals, Trusts and Estates.
• Conduct secondary review of and have ultimate responsibility for complex income tax returns, including federal and multi-state filings.
• Maintain active communication with clients to manage expectations, ensure excellent client service, ensure deadlines are met, and lead change efforts effectively.
• Responsible for managing, developing, training, and mentoring Associates, Senior Associates, and Managers, and assessing performance for engagement reviews.
• Participate in and help lead local office and firm-wide initiatives.
• Plan, execute, direct, and complete tax projects; provide innovative tax planning, consulting, and compliance expertise to clients; design and implement tax-planning strategies for clients and manage to budget.
• Receive formal PCS and on-the-job training in daily interactions with top tax leaders to learn more about legislative changes, wealth transfer techniques, charitable giving strategies, buy/sell agreement planning, etc.
• Engage in business development activities (i.e. prepare proposals, present in webinars, collaborate with other service lines to present a comprehensive tax strategy to prospective and current clients, etc.) collaboratively and independently.

The Requirements
• At least 8 years relevant work experience with an accounting firm, including at least 6 years of Private Client experience;
• Bachelor's and/or Master's degree - Accounting, Finance, Economics or related degree (Preferred);
• Advanced credential allowing for client representation before the Internal Revenue Service required (i.e. CPA, JD, or EA);
• Demonstrated project management experience with strong organization skills and multi-tasking abilities.
• Strong technical knowledge of complex Private Client related tax issues;
• Proven leadership and strong interpersonal skills;
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal;
• Proven high integrity and care to do the right thing;
• Excellent problem solving and analytical skills; and
• Proficient use of technology.

Compensation and Benefits

Our firm offers a competitive base salary and comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being, growth, and long-term success of our people. We are committed to recognizing individual contributions and providing resources that enable our employees to thrive both personally and professionally.

Benefits: Employees (and their families) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance coverage. Employees may enroll in the firm's 401(k) plan upon hire. We offer 200 hours of paid time off annually, along with twelve paid holidays each calendar year. For a full listing of benefit offerings, please visit https://www.andersen.com/careers.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis upon hire. Andersen will not consider candidates for this position who require sponsorship for employment visa status now or in the future (e.g., H-1B status).

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