Tax Director

We work alongside the world’s top artists in music, film, and television, as well as athletes, executives, entrepreneurs, and other high achievers, offering a sophisticated range of concierge-style services to meet their lifestyle management needs.

Your Role:

Our Tax team is seeking a high level tax professional to take on the role of Tax Director at our New York City office. The ideal candidate will oversee complex tax strategies, compliance, and advisory services—primarily for high-net-worth individuals, entertainment clients, family offices, and closely held businesses.

What will you do:

• Design and implement tax‑saving strategies for individuals and business entities
• Advise on entity structure, investments, and long‑term financial planning
• Oversee the preparation and review of federal, state, and local tax returns
• Ensure compliance with evolving tax laws and regulations
• Serve as a trusted advisor to high‑net‑worth individuals, entertainment clients, and family offices
• Provide guidance on significant financial decisions (e.g., acquisitions, real estate, partnerships)
• Collaborate with external advisors on tax and financial matters
• Lead and manage client engagements with a focus on delivering tailored, high‑quality service
• Manage, mentor, and develop tax staff and managers
• Facilitate training and continuing education
• Review work, provide constructive feedback, and ensure deadlines are met
• Represent clients during IRS and state tax audits or disputes
• Handle complex notices, correspondence, and negotiations

What Do you Need to Succeed:

• Bachelor’s degree required in Accounting or a related field.
• CPA (Certified Public Accountant) or EA (Enrolled Agent license)
• 7‑12+ years of relevant tax experience
• Partnership and S‑Corporation taxation
• Multi‑state taxation
• Pass‑through entity tax planning and compliance
• High‑net‑worth individual taxation
• U.S. foreign reporting and compliance
• Taxation of U.S. non‑resident aliens
• Strong client relationship management
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines
• Experience working with tax preparation software such as BNA and CCH Axcess.

Physical Requirements:

• The role requires standing, walking, crouching, and lifting up to 15 pounds.
• The position involves frequent use of hands as well as reaching with hands and arms.
• The employee will regularly be required to talk, hear, see, and sit.
• The work environment may involve a moderate to loud noise level.

Salary Range:

The salary range for this role is $200,000 – $275,000 and represents the firm’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent upon a number of factors, including but not limited to the candidate’s relevant experience, qualifications, and location.

What We Offer:

• Accrue 20 PTO days annually, giving you time to rest and recharge.
• A 401(k) plan with quarterly employer match contributions, when eligible, to help you build your financial future.
• Ten paid holidays each year, plus one extra floating holiday for added flexibility.
• Summer work hours, to allow you to leave work early on designated dates.
• Hybrid work schedules, if applicable, to increase commute convenience.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage to support your health and wellness.
• Access to Flexible Spending Accounts to help manage eligible healthcare and dependent care expenses.
• Basic Life and AD&D insurance for added peace of mind.
• Voluntary Life and AD&D coverage for additional protection.
• Long‑term Disability benefits to support you during unexpected challenges.
• Voluntary Critical Illness, Cancer, Hospital Indemnity, and Accident coverage for expanded financial security.
• Wellness activities to promote awareness of the importance of your health across all aspects of your life.
• Pet insurance options so your furry family members are covered too.

The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks and responsibilities. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

NKSFB, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion. If you’re a qualified candidate with a disability and you need a reasonable accommodation in order to apply for this position, please contact us at View email address on click.appcast.io.

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