Tax Director

As CohnReznick grows, so do our career opportunities. As one of the nation’s top professional services firms, CohnReznick creates rewarding careers in advisory, assurance, and tax with team members who value innovation and collaboration in everything they do!

CohnReznick helps organizations optimize performance, manage risk, and maximize value through CohnReznick LLP (assurance services) and CohnReznick Advisory LLC (advisory and tax services). Together, the firm provides leaders with deep industry knowledge and relationships, solutions to address clients’ unique business goals and risks, and insight on how emerging market forces can drive opportunity. With offices nationwide, the firm serves organizations around the world as an independent member of Nexia.

We currently have an exciting career opportunity for a Director to join our Commercial Tax team within our New York City practice!

CohnReznick is a hybrid firm and most of our professionals are located within a commutable distance to one of our offices. This position is considered remote which means it does not require job duties be performed within proximity of a CohnReznick office location. However, as a remote employee, you may be required to be present at a CohnReznick office with scheduled notice for client work, team meetings, or trainings.

YOUR TEAM.  

This position will support our New York team. The right candidate will own the attributes of executive presence and emotional intelligence, as well as having a growth mindset. They will also be eager to collaborate on client teams, thought leadership, webinars, and seminars while remaining results focused on assisting both internal and external clients in achieving their wide-ranging goals.

WHY COHNREZNICK?  

At CohnReznick, we’re united by a common mission to create opportunity, value, and trust for our clients, our people, and our communities. Whether it’s working alongside your peers to solve a client challenge, or volunteering together at the local food bank, there are so many ways to find your “why” at the firm. 

We believe it’s important to balance work with everyday life – and make time for enjoyment and fun. We invest in a robust Total Rewards package that includes everything from generous PTO, a flexible work environment, expanded parental leave, extensive learning & development, and even paid time off for employees to volunteer. 

YOUR ROLE.   

Responsibilities include but not limited to:  

• Lead and oversee complex federal, state, and local tax compliance and consulting engagements for privately held and middle-market businesses across a variety of commercial industries.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, providing strategic tax planning and guidance on complex business and individual tax matters.
• Review complex income tax returns and related workpapers for corporations, partnerships, S corporations, and their owners, ensuring technical accuracy and compliance with applicable tax laws.
• Advise clients on tax-efficient business structures, transactions, entity considerations, and other planning opportunities based on their evolving business needs.
• Research and interpret complex tax issues and provide technical guidance to clients and engagement teams.
• Manage multiple client relationships and engagements, including scope, staffing, budgets, deadlines, and overall quality of service.
• Develop strong relationships with business owners, executives, and other key client stakeholders, proactively identifying opportunities to provide additional value.
• Lead, mentor, and develop tax professionals at varying levels, providing coaching, technical guidance, and ongoing feedback.
• Collaborate with partners and professionals across service lines to deliver integrated solutions that address clients' broader business and tax needs.
• Participate in business development efforts, including expanding existing client relationships, identifying prospective clients, developing proposals, and supporting growth initiatives.
• Stay current on federal, state, and local tax developments and communicate relevant changes and planning opportunities to clients and internal teams.
• Contribute to the continued growth of the Commercial Tax practice through recruiting, training, knowledge sharing, and other firm initiatives.

YOUR EXPERIENCE.   

The successful candidate will have:  

• 12+ years of experience in public accounting industry. 
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting; Master's in Tax is a plus
• CPA or JD is required
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive tax experience
• Minimum of 5 years of supervisory experience, preferably in a public accounting firm
• Strong tax research skills
• Ability to lead, manage and develop staff in a highly interactive team environment
• Excellent communication and presentation (verbal and written) skills

In addition, please take a moment to review our Universal Job Standards.

Studies have shown that we are less likely to apply to jobs unless we meet every single qualification. At CohnReznick, we are dedicated to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.  You may be just the right candidate for this or one of our other roles.

In New York, the salary range for a Tax Director is $200,000 - $350,000. Salary determination will vary based on factors such as a candidate’s geographical location, qualifications, experience, skills, and competencies. Salary is one component of the CohnReznick total rewards package, which includes a discretionary performance bonus; generous paid time off; expanded and inclusive parental benefits, and access to best-in-class learning and development platforms, to name a few. To learn more about life at CohnReznick, visit Life at CohnReznick.

"CohnReznick" is the brand name under which CohnReznick LLP and CohnReznick Advisory LLC and their respective subsidiaries provide professional services. CohnReznick LLP and CohnReznick Advisory LLC (and their respective subsidiaries) practice in an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and applicable law, regulations, and professional standards. CohnReznick LLP is a licensed CPA firm that provides attest services to its clients. CohnReznick Advisory LLC provides tax and business consulting services to its clients. CohnReznick Advisory LLC and its subsidiaries are not licensed CPA firms.

CohnReznick is an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive team to drive business results and create a better future every day for our team members, clients, partners, and communities. We believe a diverse workforce allows us to match our growth ambitions and drive inclusion across the business. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.  For more information, please see Equal Employment Opportunity Posters.

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