Remote Director of Accounting & Tax Services, CPA (NGA1050405)
A growing, modern accounting and advisory firm is seeking a Director of Accounting & Tax Services to lead service delivery for a team of 8-10 professionals. The firm is dedicated to supporting Main Street businesses—the retailers, restaurants, and service providers that form the backbone of local communities. Thy are building a culture where professionals can grow and do meaningful work without the burnout and chaos often found in traditional public accounting.
Job Description
Key Responsibilities
- Technical Oversight & Signing: Review and sign federal/state tax returns and monthly financial statements. Ensure technical accuracy and GAAP compliance across all client work
- Service Delivery Management: Oversee tax and accounting engagements for a diverse client portfolio, ensuring all monthly close and tax deadlines are met with consistency
- People Leadership: Directly supervise Managers, Seniors, and Staff. Provide coaching and performance management, and play a key role in hiring and capacity planning
- Operational Excellence: Monitor team utilization and realization. Identify workflow bottlenecks and implement process improvements to strengthen the firm's efficiency
- Risk & Advisory: Serve as the primary technical escalation point for the team, exercising independent professional judgment to manage risk and solve complex client issues
Requirements
- Credentials: Active CPA license in good standing is required
- Experience: 10+ years of progressive experience in public accounting, including significant experience as a signing tax preparer
- Leadership: Proven track record of supervising, mentoring, and developing accounting and tax professionals
- Technical Breadth: Strong working knowledge of both tax compliance and GAAP financial reporting for small and midsize businesses
- Soft Skills: A calm, steady presence under pressure and the ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to non-financial business owners
Benefits
Compensation/Benefits
- Total Rewards: Performance bonuses tied to delivery quality and service economics
- Health & Wellness: Employer-sponsored health insurance and paid time off (PTO)
- Retirement: 401(k) plan with company match
- Professional Environment: A commitment to a sustainable workload and a culture of mutual support and shared responsibility
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