Director CPA

Team Builder Recruiting

15h•Onsite

About The Position

Step into a key leadership role with the opportunity to influence client strategy, mentor staff, and help shape the future growth of the firm. Hostetter & Hostetter CPAs is a mid-size, faith-based firm serving Lancaster County and beyond for over 50 years. We provide tax preparation, business consulting, and advisory services across farming, construction, manufacturing, non-profit, and professional industries. Our team is committed to professional excellence, collaboration, and serving clients in the Spirit of Christ.

Requirements

CPA license in good standing
At least 8 years of tax preparation experience across partnerships, corporations, and individual returns
5+ years in a leadership or senior management role
A degree in accounting or an undergraduate degree with sufficient accounting coursework required
Experience preparing financial statements

Nice To Haves

Master's degree or MBA preferred
Skilled in researching tax issues, formulating strategies, and preparing financial statements, including preparations, compilations, and reviews on both income tax and GAAP basis.
Builds and maintains strong client and referral relationships with bankers, attorneys, and wealth advisors.
Presents an appropriate image, communicates effectively, prioritizes workflow, adapts to changing needs, and works independently with attention to detail.
A person of action who sets the pace, takes ownership, grows daily, and models value-driven leadership.
Faith-based and aligned with our core values of professionalism, reliability, and practicality, strengthening our positive team culture.

Responsibilities

Oversee complex tax and advisory engagements, reviewing preparation work for compliance and accuracy while ensuring client strategy alignment.
Lead, coach, & develop preparers for efficiency and growth, finalizing and signing returns and financial statements.
Resolve complex accounting and tax issues while serving as the primary contact for key clients and delivering strategic guidance.
Expand client relationships, pursue new business opportunities, and represent the firm at networking events and community gatherings.
Prepare proposals for prospective clients and stay current on industry and regulatory developments.