Director, Tax & Accounting (Accounting)

TL;DR

Director, Tax & Accounting (Accounting): Overseeing all aspects of tax compliance, planning, and accounting for businesses and individuals with an accent on financial efficiency and regulatory compliance. Focus on leading tax preparation, managing complex accounting projects, and mentoring staff accountants.

Location: Hybrid in Woodbury, NY. Must be able to reliably commute or relocate to the area before starting work.

Salary: $160K – $220K annually

Company

An independent, full-service accounting and advisory firm providing comprehensive consulting services for businesses and individuals, operating as part of the Current platform.

What you will do

• Lead and manage all phases of tax planning, preparation, review, compliance, and research.
• Prepare various tax returns, including Individual, Fiduciary, Corporate, Partnership, and Multistate.
• Develop strategic recommendations based on tax laws and industry-specific regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate complex accounting projects and initiatives with the accounting team.
• Supervise and mentor staff accountants, providing feedback and evaluating their progress.
• Utilize tax software such as Thomson Reuters UltraTax CS and Intuit QuickBooks.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
• CPA certification.
• Minimum of 7+ years of experience in a CPA firm.
• Must be based in or be able to relocate to Woodbury, NY.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and within a team environment.

Nice to have

• Background in Real Estate.
• Proficiency in UltraTax CS, Checkpoint, Microsoft Office Suite, and Intuit products.

Culture & Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (options for fully paid employee-only coverage).
• Company-Paid Life and Long Term Disability Insurance.
• Classic Safe Harbor 401(k) Plan with employer contributions.
• Professional growth opportunities via access to Becker and LinkedIn Learning.
• Flexible scheduling to support a healthy work-life balance.