Director of Tax

We are partnering with a client in Omaha who is dedicated to helping individuals, families, and businesses achieve clarity, confidence, and long-term success through comprehensive wealth and tax strategies. Built on a foundation of integrity, technical excellence, and personalized service, the firm fosters a collaborative, growth-oriented culture that empowers both clients and team members.

Job Details:

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Permanent Director of Tax to join our dynamic team in the Accounting and Finance industry. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of tax accounting functions. The role involves a significant amount of decision-making, strategic planning, and interaction with clients and internal teams. Hence, the ideal candidate should be a strategic thinker with excellent leadership skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement strategic tax planning for all necessary federal and state taxes.
• Manage and facilitate IRS income tax audits: preparing responses, creating schedules, etc.
• Maintain tax balances on general ledger.
• Prepare all tax papers on a regular basis and handle all information data requests.
• Supervise the preparation of federal, state, and local tax returns of the corporation and its subsidiaries.
• Review tax returns and quarterly/yearly tax projections.
• Manage and coordinate tax audits.
• Maintain tax records and related logs.
• Research the basis for tax positions to be taken.
• Advise management regarding the tax impact of corporate strategies.
• Advise management on the impact of new laws on tax liabilities.
• Coordinate outsourced tax preparation work.
• Identify tax savings in prospective acquisition scenarios.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. CPA or Master in Accounting preferred.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in a tax manager or public accountant role.
• Strong experience with a variety of tax operations and ability to drive process improvements.
• Strong ability to utilize project management and accounting best practices to organize and prioritize tasks.
• Strong experience in a variety of tax operations and ability to drive process improvements.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proven leadership skills with a track record of developing teams and maintaining a high level of team engagement.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain positive relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Proficiency in tax software and MS Office.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to make decisions based on data.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent attention to detail with the ability to unravel complex accounting issues.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Up-to-date knowledge of current tax laws and regulations.
• High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency and results-orientation.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills; able to manage priorities and workflow.
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work with constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a tax professional looking to take the next step in their career and make a significant impact within a growing company. If you're a dedicated, ambitious and detail-oriented individual who's ready to take on new challenges, we'd love to hear from you.