Position OverviewThe Partner role at Aprio is a leadership position responsible for leading client engagements, expanding market presence, developing and mentoring talent, and contributing to the firm's long term strategic direction. Partners act as stewards of the Aprio brand, delivering excellence in client service while driving revenue growth, operational effectiveness, and cross firm collaboration.
ResponsibilitiesClient Leadership & Service Delivery- Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, delivering high value strategic, technical, and operational guidance.
- Provide executive oversight on complex engagements to ensure quality, timeliness, and client satisfaction.
- Maintain a strong understanding of industry trends, regulatory developments, and emerging business needs that impact client operations.
- Drive exceptional client experiences aligned with Aprio's service standards.
Business Development & Growth- Develop and execute growth plans that expand Aprio's market presence in designated practice areas or industry niches.
- Build and maintain strong referral networks, strategic partnerships, and market relationships.
- Identify new opportunities for service expansion, innovative offerings, and cross firm synergies.
- Represent Aprio internally and externally as a leader committed to firm culture and values.
Talent Development & Team Leadership- Recruit, mentor, and develop top talent within the practice area.
- Lead engagement teams by modeling accountability, collaboration, and advocacy for employee growth.
- Provide performance oversight, career coaching, and succession planning support.
- Foster a diverse, inclusive, high trust environment that enables teams to excel.
QualificationsRequired- 12+ years of experience with demonstrated track record of leadership within a professional services firm.
- Strong technical expertise and active CPA in the relevant discipline (Tax).
- Proven success driving revenue growth, client expansion, and practice development.
- Reputation for exceptional client service, strategic thinking, and collaborative leadership.
- Demonstrated ability to mentor, inspire, and build high performing teams.
- High ethical standards.
Preferred- Experience operating in high growth, multilocation, or national firm environments.
- Prior partner or executive leadership experience.
