CPA – Tax Department Leader

Location: Cleveland, OH (In-Office)
Salary: $400,000 - $500,000

This is a rare opportunity for a highly educated, visionary CPA to lead and transform a firm's tax department. As the head of tax, you will oversee a team of 100 CPAs, set the strategic direction, and ensure tax services remain at the forefront of the industry. This role demands more than technical expertise—it requires a leader who can develop high-level tax strategies, mentor and upskill staff, and align tax operations with broader business objectives.

The ideal candidate will have a deep tax background and a business-driven mindset, but industry-specific experience is not required. Instead, we seek a professional with a strategic vision, leadership capabilities, and the ability to elevate the firm’s tax practice to new heights.

Key Responsibilities

• Leadership & Strategy: Oversee the entire tax department, ensuring seamless execution of tax strategies across multiple industries, including real estate, healthcare, and manufacturing. Establish and execute a long-term vision for the department’s growth and efficiency.
• Team Development & Mentorship: Lead, train, and develop a team of 100 CPAs, fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and continuous learning. Implement training programs to enhance technical skills and business acumen.
• Tax Strategy & Compliance: Design and implement sophisticated tax planning strategies, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations. Identify opportunities for tax efficiency and risk mitigation.
• Process Improvement & Innovation: Introduce modern tax technologies and automation to optimize workflows. Develop and refine internal processes to maximize efficiency and client service.
• Client & Business Development: Act as a trusted advisor to high-level clients, offering strategic tax planning and financial guidance. Collaborate with firm leadership to attract new business and expand service offerings.
• Regulatory Awareness & Risk Management: Stay ahead of tax law changes, ensuring the firm remains at the forefront of regulatory compliance. Establish best practices for risk assessment and mitigation.
• Financial Performance & Growth: Work closely with executive leadership to set department goals, manage budgets, and drive revenue growth through strategic tax services.

Qualifications

• CPA certification required.
• Advanced degree in accounting, finance, or taxation from a top-tier university (MBA, JD, or LLM in Taxation preferred).
• 15+ years of experience in tax strategy, planning, and compliance.
• Proven track record of managing and leading large tax teams in a fast-paced, client-driven environment.
• Strong understanding of complex tax structures, including corporate, partnership, and high-net-worth individual taxation.
• Exceptional leadership and communication skills, with the ability to inspire and develop high-performing teams.
• Business-minded, with a strong grasp of financial strategy and firm profitability.
• Experience implementing tax technologies and automation tools is a plus.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary of $400,000 - $500,000, commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, retirement plans, and performance incentives.

This role is ideal for an ambitious CPA looking to make a significant impact on a thriving firm. If you have the expertise, leadership, and strategic vision to lead a top-tier tax department, we encourage you to apply.