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Talent Specialist at LHH Recruitment Solutions - Specializing in Accounting and Finance - 203-905-7711
LHH is working on behalf of our fantastic client in Fairfield County who has a Director of Tax . This role is full time and on a hybrid schedule.
Summary of Position:
- Manage and lead all areas of tax practice, including software selection, tax-related projects, and client engagements.
- Develop and train managers and staff and participate in mentoring employees.
- Make strategic decisions for the practice and tax department, and aid in marketing efforts and new business development
Essential Functions:
- Act as the main point of contact for all technical tax matters.
- Plan and run annual tax season kick-off, monthly technical meetings, and weekly staff meetings.
- Ensure staff has access to knowledge resources and keep abreast of industry changes.
- Report updates and changes to the partner group, and identify and reduce inefficiencies.
- Manage tax projects, monitor project profitability, and ensure timely completion.
- Develop strong client relationships and ensure client retention.
- Coordinate with the audit department and negotiate client fees.
- Participate in new business development and lead the tax department by example
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Accounting, Taxation, or related field.
- Minimum twelve years’ experience in public accounting
- CPA license, preferably for the state of CT.
- Experience using Microsoft Office and fluency in current tax law.
- Demonstrated ability to bring in new business and lead a department
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience using ProSystems FX and QuickBooks Online
Salary range: $160K-$180K DOE
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