Director of Taxation

General Responsibilities

The Director of Taxation ensures that our clients tax returns are accurate, complete, submitted on time, and in compliance with tax laws and regulations. The Director of Taxation will also stay updated on the latest tax laws and regulations, ensuring that our clients are in compliant with any changes.

The Director of Taxation will have the ability to build out the Tax Department as seen fit in collaboration with the Executive Team.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all tax-related activities, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Develop and implement tax strategies to minimize liabilities and optimize overall tax performance.
• Collaborate with internal teams to provide guidance on tax implications for business decisions and operations.
• Prepare and review tax filings, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in submissions.
• Stay informed on changes in tax legislation and advise executive management on potential impacts.
• Manage tax preparation software and tax research software and relationships.
• Research and advise regarding notices received from various tax authorities.
• Update and maintain cybersecurity policies with regard to tax preparers.

Required Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Master’s degree or CPA preferred
• Minimum of 7 – 10 years of experience in tax compliance and management, preferably in a business management environment (music industry experience a plus).
• Strong understanding of federal and state tax laws and regulations
• Excellent analytical skills with a detail-oriented approach to problem-solving.
• EWective communication and leadership abilities to work with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

Scope of Work

Current tally consists of the following:

• 107 Federal returns
• 204 State and local returns
• 13 Canada and Quebec returns

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Employee medical, dental, and vision insurance paid by employer (employees may add spouses and dependents at their own cost)
• Annual single HSA contributions funded to the annual limit by employer
• 401k with employer match after 6 months of employment