Tax Director, Accounting Methods- National Tax

Overview

This role serves as a firmwide resource for accounting methods-related matters, leading and supporting a wide range of issues and projects.

Must be located near a firm office.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth technical research and analysis of complex accounting method matters.
• Research and interpret statutes, regulations, administrative guidance, case law, and other authoritative sources to develop technically sound positions and practical recommendations.
• Monitor and evaluate new and proposed tax legislation, regulations, administrative guidance, and judicial decisions, and assess their potential impact on clients and the firm’s tax practice.
• Provide technical guidance on complex, significant, or accounting method matters by collaborating with practice leaders, subject-matter specialists, and client-facing teams.
• Network internally and externally to build strong relationships.
• Demonstrate leadership, initiative, strong team skills, and high ethical standards.
• Support the growth and development of team members in accounting methods.
• Draft and review internal and external tax alerts, technical updates, articles, presentations, and other technical thought-leadership materials, translating complex tax concepts into clear, concise, and actionable guidance.
• Develop and deliver technical training, webinars, and other educational programs to share knowledge and enhance accounting methods capabilities across the firm.
• Build and maintain strong relationships across service lines, practice offices, and engagement teams to promote collaboration, knowledge sharing, and consistent application of accounting methods work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or other related field required; Masters or advanced degree preferred.
• CPA or JD required.
• 10+ years of experience in accounting methods and/or federal tax consulting.
• Experience performing tax research, reading case law, and familiarity with the Internal Revenue Code and associated regulations.
• Demonstrated technical, analytical, organizational, interpersonal, and project management skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including experience drafting technical memoranda and tax analyses.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment while managing multiple priorities and deadlines.

Compensation & Benefits

Pay rate ranges for this position:

• National pay rate range: $255,010 to $497,280
• In California: $280,510 to $497,280

Actual compensation is influenced by a variety of relevant factors including skills, prior experience, qualifications, degrees, professional certifications, work arrangements, and geographic location. A comprehensive compensation and benefits package is offered to eligible employees.

Location

Must be located near a firm office.

California pay rate range applies to candidates located in California.