Forvis Mazars US
Description & Requirements
Forvis Mazars' Private Client tax advisors provide sophisticated tax compliance, consulting, and planning services to individuals, multi-generational families, fiduciaries, and more. Our professionals include CPAs and JDs. Partnering with our financial planners, Wealth Strategists, and Innovation teams expands your flexibility to help clients grow, preserve and protect wealth.
The Private Client Tax Director serves as a trusted advisor and member of various client service teams and must possess significant knowledge of taxation compliance and consulting related to personal, partnership, trust, estate, gift, and wealth retention strategies as well as charitable entities managed by ultra‑high net worth clients. The Private Client Tax Director participates in client development, team management, and conducts research to stay current as a subject matter expert.
What You Will Do
Lead the planning and execution of tax compliance and advisory services for individuals (Forms 1040, 1040‑NR), partnerships (Form 1065), and corporations (Forms 1120, 1120‑S) across a variety of industries.
Conduct in-depth research on complex tax matters, apply insights to client engagements, and communicate findings clearly through well‑structured written reports.
Review tax return preparations completed by other staff to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards.
Build strong client relationships by identifying tax issues, delivering actionable insights, and offering strategic solutions.
Champion client service excellence, acting as a trusted advisor and fostering long‑term partnerships.
Mentor and manage tax professionals, providing coaching, performance feedback, and career development support to build a high‑performing, collaborative team.
Delegate and oversee project tasks, ensuring timely and successful engagement delivery.
Optimize resource allocation and resolve scheduling conflicts to maintain workflow efficiency.
Drive business growth through strategic planning, client retention, and proactive business development.
Expand firm visibility and opportunities by representing the firm at industry events and networking forums.
Maintain technical expertise through ongoing Continuing Professional Education (CPE), ensuring compliance and staying ahead of industry trends and regulatory changes.
Drive thought leadership by authoring technical publications and leading internal training sessions to elevate firm‑wide knowledge and capabilities.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Taxation, or related field.
9+ years of progressive tax experience in public accounting, or a combination of corporate tax and public accounting.
Current and valid CPA license.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Flexibility to travel for client engagements and internal meetings, including overnight stays.
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree in a related field.
New York City Pay Transparency Pursuant to the pay transparency laws of New York State and other local ordinances within the state, including (but not limited to) New York City, the salary range displayed is for the New York markets. The salary for this role will be based on the experience, education, and skill set of the individual for the position. Total compensation and benefits consist of salary, group health plan benefits, 401(K), profit‑sharing contributions, flexible time off, and parental leave. Forvis Mazars reserves the right to make changes to the salary range based on business needs.
New York Salary Range Minimum Salary (USD): $171,500
Maximum Salary (USD): $290,290
New Jersey Wage Transparency Pursuant to New Jersey's Pay Transparency Law, the salary range displayed is for the New Jersey market. The salary for this role will be based on the experience, education, and skill set of the individual for the position. Positions that are non‑exempt will be eligible for overtime pay compensable at a rate of one and a half times the hourly rate for any hours worked over 40 in a work week. Benefits are eligibility‑based and could include group health plan benefits, 401(K), profit‑sharing contributions, flexible time off, and parental leave. Forvis Mazars reserves the right to make changes to the salary range based on business needs.
New Jersey Salary Range Minimum Salary (USD): $171,500
Maximum Salary (USD): $290,290
Seniority Level Not Applicable
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Accounting / Auditing and Finance
Industries Professional Services
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The Private Client Tax Director serves as a trusted advisor and member of various client service teams and must possess significant knowledge of taxation compliance and consulting related to personal, partnership, trust, estate, gift, and wealth retention strategies as well as charitable entities managed by ultra‑high net worth clients. The Private Client Tax Director participates in client development, team management, and conducts research to stay current as a subject matter expert.
What You Will Do
Lead the planning and execution of tax compliance and advisory services for individuals (Forms 1040, 1040‑NR), partnerships (Form 1065), and corporations (Forms 1120, 1120‑S) across a variety of industries.
Conduct in-depth research on complex tax matters, apply insights to client engagements, and communicate findings clearly through well‑structured written reports.
Review tax return preparations completed by other staff to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards.
Build strong client relationships by identifying tax issues, delivering actionable insights, and offering strategic solutions.
Champion client service excellence, acting as a trusted advisor and fostering long‑term partnerships.
Mentor and manage tax professionals, providing coaching, performance feedback, and career development support to build a high‑performing, collaborative team.
Delegate and oversee project tasks, ensuring timely and successful engagement delivery.
Optimize resource allocation and resolve scheduling conflicts to maintain workflow efficiency.
Drive business growth through strategic planning, client retention, and proactive business development.
Expand firm visibility and opportunities by representing the firm at industry events and networking forums.
Maintain technical expertise through ongoing Continuing Professional Education (CPE), ensuring compliance and staying ahead of industry trends and regulatory changes.
Drive thought leadership by authoring technical publications and leading internal training sessions to elevate firm‑wide knowledge and capabilities.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Taxation, or related field.
9+ years of progressive tax experience in public accounting, or a combination of corporate tax and public accounting.
Current and valid CPA license.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Flexibility to travel for client engagements and internal meetings, including overnight stays.
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree in a related field.
New York City Pay Transparency Pursuant to the pay transparency laws of New York State and other local ordinances within the state, including (but not limited to) New York City, the salary range displayed is for the New York markets. The salary for this role will be based on the experience, education, and skill set of the individual for the position. Total compensation and benefits consist of salary, group health plan benefits, 401(K), profit‑sharing contributions, flexible time off, and parental leave. Forvis Mazars reserves the right to make changes to the salary range based on business needs.
New York Salary Range Minimum Salary (USD): $171,500
Maximum Salary (USD): $290,290
New Jersey Wage Transparency Pursuant to New Jersey's Pay Transparency Law, the salary range displayed is for the New Jersey market. The salary for this role will be based on the experience, education, and skill set of the individual for the position. Positions that are non‑exempt will be eligible for overtime pay compensable at a rate of one and a half times the hourly rate for any hours worked over 40 in a work week. Benefits are eligibility‑based and could include group health plan benefits, 401(K), profit‑sharing contributions, flexible time off, and parental leave. Forvis Mazars reserves the right to make changes to the salary range based on business needs.
New Jersey Salary Range Minimum Salary (USD): $171,500
Maximum Salary (USD): $290,290
Seniority Level Not Applicable
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Accounting / Auditing and Finance
Industries Professional Services
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