Tax Director

At Boyer & Ritter , we are seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Tax Director to lead complex client engagements, develop our people, strengthen operational excellence, and serve as a trusted advisor to business owners and executives. This is an exceptional opportunity for a tax leader who enjoys being both strategic and hands-on, thrives on solving complex tax challenges, and is passionate about developing the next generation of professionals while driving innovation within the practice.

About the Opportunity

As a Tax Director, you will play a critical leadership role within our growing tax practice. You will oversee sophisticated tax compliance and consulting engagements, provide technical guidance on complex federal, state, and local tax matters, and help shape the future direction of our tax services. You will also partner closely with firm leadership to improve processes, leverage technology, enhance client service delivery, and drive business growth.


This role requires a leader who is willing to roll up their sleeves, dive into challenging technical issues, mentor and coach professionals at all levels, and lead by example.

What You'll Do

Practice Leadership & Client Advisory

• Serve as a trusted advisor to closely held businesses, high-net-worth individuals, and other sophisticated clients.
• Lead complex tax planning, consulting, and compliance engagements.
• Advise clients on entity structuring, transactions, succession planning, estate and trust matters, and strategic tax-saving opportunities.
• Build and maintain long-term client relationships while identifying opportunities for expanded services.

Technical Excellence

• Provide advanced technical review and oversight of federal, state, and local tax engagements.
• Research and interpret changing tax laws and regulations.
• Guide teams through complex tax issues, IRS examinations, and tax authority inquiries.
• Ensure the highest standards of tax quality, risk management, and professional compliance.

Operational Excellence & Process Improvement

• Champion continuous improvement initiatives across the tax practice.
• Identify opportunities to improve workflow efficiency, quality control, and client service delivery.
• Leverage technology, automation, AI, and industry-leading tax tools to enhance productivity and effectiveness.
• Drive accountability around best practices and operational performance.

People Development & Team Leadership

• Mentor, coach, and develop Managers, Supervisors, Senior Associates, and Associates.
• Provide meaningful feedback, technical training, and leadership development opportunities.
• Foster a collaborative, high-performing culture focused on client service, accountability, and professional growth.
• Build future leaders and strengthen succession planning within the firm.

Business Development & Market Presence

• Develop new client relationships and expand existing client engagements.
• Support practice growth initiatives and industry specialization efforts.
• Represent the firm through networking, professional organizations, speaking engagements, and thought leadership activities.

Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will be a respected tax professional and leader who combines technical expertise with strong business acumen and a passion for helping others succeed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Taxation, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8+ years of progressive public accounting tax experience.
• Demonstrated success leading complex tax engagements, client relationships, and tax teams.
• Advanced knowledge of federal, state, and local taxation.
• Strong experience with pass-through entities, closely held businesses, and high-net-worth individual taxation.
• Proven leadership, mentoring, and people development capabilities.
• Experience driving process improvements, technology adoption, and operational efficiencies.
• Exceptional communication, relationship-building, and consulting skills.
• CPA preferred.

Highly Preferred

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.
• Active attorney license.
• Extensive knowledge of Pennsylvania tax law and regulations.
• Experience advising Pennsylvania-based businesses and owners on complex tax matters.

Why Boyer & Ritter?

Boyer & Ritter has been one of Pennsylvania's premier accounting and advisory firms. We are committed to helping our people build rewarding careers while delivering exceptional service to our clients.

At Boyer & Ritter, you'll find:

• A collaborative, people-first culture where leaders are accessible and invested in your success.
• Meaningful opportunities to influence firm strategy and shape the future of the tax practice.
• Challenging and rewarding client work across diverse industries.
• Investment in professional development, leadership growth, and continuing education.
• A commitment to innovation, technology, and continuous improvement.
• Flexible work arrangements that support both professional achievement and personal well-being.
• A firm that values integrity, accountability, collaboration, and community involvement.

Our people make the difference. We believe in empowering professionals to grow, lead, and make an impact while building lasting relationships with clients and colleagues.

Join Our Team

If you are a technically strong tax leader with a passion for client advisory services, operational excellence, developing talent, and delivering practical solutions, we'd love to talk with you.

Apply today and help shape the future of tax leadership at Boyer & Ritter.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Boyer & Ritter LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that values diversity, encourages innovation, and provides equal opportunities for all employees and applicants.