What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tax Director (CPA) position at Orion Placement?
Why This Is a Great Opportunity
- Make a Real Impact: Lead tax strategy and help business owners and individuals achieve their financial goals.
- Step Into Leadership: Take ownership of complex tax engagements, mentor talented professionals, and help shape our team's success.
- Enjoy Meaningful Variety: Work with diverse clients on challenging tax planning, compliance, and advisory matters.
- Be Valued for Your Expertise: Join a friendly, collaborative firm where your ideas, leadership, and professional judgment truly matter.
- Build Lasting Relationships: Enjoy the satisfaction of providing personalized service and becoming a trusted advisor to clients.
Location
High Point, NC | Full-Time, On-Site
Enjoy working alongside a supportive team in our office, with limited remote flexibility during illness, hazardous weather, or outside normal business hours.
Note
An active CPA license and 5 years of tax-focused experience are required. Candidates with 10 years of experience are especially encouraged to apply. Staff management experience is a plus.
About Us
We're an established, full-service public accounting firm committed to helping businesses, executives, and individuals succeed. Our team combines technical expertise with personalized service in a welcoming, collaborative environment where professionals can thrive.
Confidential Employer.
Job Description
- Lead tax compliance, preparation, and strategic planning for individual and business clients.
- Review complex federal and state tax returns, ensuring accuracy, quality, and compliance.
- Develop proactive tax strategies that help clients minimize liabilities and achieve financial goals.
- Guide and mentor tax professionals while overseeing workflow, deadlines, and engagement quality.
- Build trusted client relationships and provide expert guidance on complex tax matters.
- Collaborate with accounting professionals to deliver comprehensive financial solutions.
- Identify process improvements and opportunities to enhance client service.
Qualifications
- Active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license required.
- 5 years of progressive, tax-focused experience, preferably in public accounting.
- Strong knowledge of individual and business taxation, compliance, and tax planning.
- Experience reviewing complex tax returns and working with tax preparation software.
- Excellent analytical, organizational, communication, and client relationship skills.
- Staff supervision or management experience is a plus.
- Advanced tax education or certifications are a plus.
Why You Will Love Working Here
You'll be more than just a tax professional. You'll be a trusted advisor, a valued team member, and an important part of our continued success. We offer an opportunity to take ownership of meaningful work, strengthen your leadership skills, develop lasting client relationships, and grow professionally in a supportive, people-focused environment.
JPC- 2443
Pay: $90,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Briefly explain which role on your resume best aligns with this position and why. If you have any resume gaps, please briefly explain.
- This role is on-site at the High Point, NC, location. Confirm you are okay with this: Y/N
- In what city/state do you currently reside?
- What base salary range would you need to make a move? Pls keep it aligned with your directly relevant experience, as candidates seeking compensation above their experience level may not be considered.
Experience:
- tax preparation and compliance : 5 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- CPA license (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $90,000 - $120,000