Tax Director Jobs

Explore Tax Director jobs for experienced tax professionals ready to lead strategy, compliance, and teams. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, including senior roles at companies seeking leaders who can navigate complex tax regulations and support business goals.

What Does a Tax Director Do?

Tax Directors oversee an organization’s tax function and help shape its approach to tax planning, reporting, and risk management. Depending on the company, the role may cover federal, state, local, and international taxes; tax provision and compliance; audits; transfer pricing; and coordination with finance, legal, and outside advisors.

Common Tax Director Responsibilities

  • Develop tax strategies aligned with business priorities and applicable laws.
  • Lead tax filings, provisions, reporting, and internal controls.
  • Manage audits, tax authority inquiries, and related risk assessments.
  • Guide mergers, acquisitions, restructurings, and other transactions on tax matters.
  • Build and develop tax teams while working with senior leaders and external advisors.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek substantial tax experience, strong technical knowledge, and a record of managing complex projects or teams. A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field is often expected; a CPA, JD, or master’s degree in taxation may be preferred. Useful strengths include leadership, clear communication, analytical judgment, and familiarity with tax software and evolving regulations.

Find Tax Director Opportunities on Ladders

Browse Tax Director openings across industries and company sizes. Use Ladders to discover vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more, compare role requirements, and identify opportunities that match your experience and career goals. Compensation and responsibilities vary by employer, location, and role.

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$143K - $169K *

Shape the future of financial integrity by enhancing our reporting processes and ensuring compliance. Collaborate across functions to deliver accurate financial statements while fostering a robust, sc...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$160K - $200K *

Empower your career with a senior finance leadership role, driving strategic financial planning and operational excellence as our organization scales its impact globally, fostering a culture of analyt...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $90K *

Lead the charge in managing comprehensive accounting functions for self-insurance groups, ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance with regulations, and effective budget management while coll...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$177K - $221K *

Champion global revenue accounting policies and lead technical assessments across U.S. and international markets, ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting while collaborating with regional...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$142K - $210K *

Transform global payroll operations by leading a team to ensure compliance, accuracy, and efficiency across US and international payrolls while managing complex tax and pay issues...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Join a dedicated team to shape tax strategies and provide excellent service, guiding clients through complex tax scenarios while leading a professional staff. Engage in diverse tax projects and foster...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $135K *

Join a team that's building financial infrastructure in a fast-growing B2B distribution environment. This hands-on leadership role drives operational excellence by enhancing accounting processes and e...

Miami, FLRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$143K - $169K *

Unlock potential by developing and maintaining ASC 606 revenue policies, ensuring compliance and accuracy in revenue recognition. Collaborate cross-functionally to shape contract structures and suppor...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$160K - $200K *

Lead the charge in capital formation by raising equity from high-net-worth investors, ensuring timely funding for real estate deals. Build and coach a high-performing team while architecting a vibrant...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in tax preparation and compliance, overseeing a team to ensure accurate and timely filing of individual, corporate, and non-profit returns while enhancing workflow efficiency and mento...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Explore diverse compliance projects and assessments in industrial sectors. Collaborate with clients to identify tax savings opportunities and implement effective strategies while conducting physical i...

Austin, TXRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$101K - $137K *

Join a dynamic team to support U.S. sales and use tax compliance, manage audits, and enhance workflows. Collaborate with internal teams and third-party providers to ensure accurate tax filings and mai...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $150K *

Drive financial excellence by leading the finance function, optimizing cash flow, supporting profitability, and developing strategies to foster sustainable growth in a dynamic, scaling environment...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$100K - $120K *

Develop and lead a comprehensive U.S. Hispanic marketing strategy, integrating brand, performance, and consumer insights to drive growth and engagement. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensu...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $150K *

Advance federal business growth by leading strategic initiatives, fostering agency relationships, and executing contract opportunities to enhance market positioning and drive success within federal ag...

Indianapolis, INRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$155K - $228K *

Transform tax technology implementations by leading cross-domain projects, ensuring accurate indirect tax calculations, and driving collaboration between engineering and tax teams for seamless operati...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$88K - $119K *

Drive impactful tax analysis and fiscal studies to inform legislative decisions and policy implications, ensuring effective revenue law evaluations and guidance for state leaders...

Tumwater, WARemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$135K - $160K *

Optimize our finance function by leading planning and forecasting efforts, transitioning to automated systems, and driving data analysis that informs strategic decisions. This role offers full ownersh...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Take ownership of financial planning and analysis efforts, driving insights and process improvements to enhance business performance as we support a rapidly growing, innovative dental technology compa...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$176K - $264K *

Champion innovative strategies for State & Local Government, bridging customer needs with product development. Drive revenue growth and enhance customer relationships through industry insights and tai...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$152K - $226K *

Champion financial integrity by leading the controllership function, ensuring compliance and accuracy in reporting, and driving operational performance across teams in a regulated banking environment...

Utah, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$99K - $172K *

Join a team that's driving payroll excellence across multiple countries. Lead a dedicated payroll team, ensuring compliance and accuracy for 1,000+ employees while collaborating with various departmen...

Minneapolis, MNRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$144K - $206K *

Elevate your career by leading tax operations, ensuring compliance, and driving strategic initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize tax processes and manage external relationshi...

Burlington, MARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by managing month-end and year-end closes, ensuring accurate financial reporting across multiple entities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline processes and enhance...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Transform global entity management by coordinating across Finance, HR, and Legal. Ensure compliance, maintain corporate records, and build scalable processes as we expand internationally. Drive operat...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Tax Director do?question toggle

    A Tax Director leads an organization’s tax function, overseeing areas such as tax planning, compliance, reporting, audits, risk management, and team development. The scope depends on the employer and may include domestic or international tax matters.

  • What qualifications are typically needed for Tax Director jobs?question toggle

    Many roles require extensive tax experience and a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field. Employers may prefer credentials such as a CPA, JD, or master’s degree in taxation, along with leadership and communication skills.

  • How much do Tax Directors earn?question toggle

    Pay varies based on factors such as location, industry, company size, and experience. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, and individual listings provide compensation details when available.

  • Where can I find Tax Director jobs?question toggle

    You can browse Tax Director opportunities on Ladders, including vetted professional roles paying $100,000 or more across a range of employers and industries.

  • What roles can lead to a Tax Director position?question toggle

    Professionals may advance to Tax Director roles from positions such as Tax Manager, Senior Tax Manager, Tax Counsel, or other senior accounting and tax leadership roles. Career paths vary by organization and specialization.