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Tax Director

Full-time

Synectics Inc.

Tax Director

Position Summary

The Tax Director is a senior leadership role responsible for managing key client relationships, providing strategic tax planning and consulting, overseeing complex tax engagements, and leading the tax team. This is a highly client-facing position focused on client success, business development, and practice growth, with a clear path to Partner.

Location : West Des Moines, IA ( On-Site )

Key Responsibilities

  • Client Leadership : Manage key client relationships and provide strategic tax advice. Drive client satisfaction, business development, and practice growth.
  • Tax Oversight : Review complex tax returns (1040, 1065, 1120, 1120S, 1041, 990). Ensure tax compliance and provide technical guidance.
  • Team Leadership : Lead, mentor, and develop the tax team. Support hiring, training, and performance management.
  • Engagement Management : Oversee multiple tax engagements, ensuring quality and timely delivery. Manage workflow and resource allocation.
  • Firm Leadership : Contribute to strategic initiatives, client retention, and firm growth. Represent the firm in the business community.

Qualifications

Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  • 10+ years of progressive public accounting tax experience.
  • 5+ years of leadership experience managing tax professionals.
  • Strong experience in tax planning, consulting, and client relationship management.
  • Expertise reviewing complex tax returns across multiple entity types.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple client engagements.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • CPA preferred but not required.

Preferred

  • Master's degree in Taxation, Accounting, or a related field.
  • Experience with tax preparation/workflow software.
  • Business development, client retention, or practice growth experience.

Core Competencies

  • Client Relationship Management
  • Strategic Tax Planning & Consulting
  • Tax Technical Expertise
  • Leadership & Team Development
  • Business Development & Practice Growth
  • Project Management
  • Communication & Collaboration

Benefits

  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Retirement Plan
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
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