Director, Income Tax Advisory

Kroll • Houston, TX

9h

About The Position

As an International Tax Director in our Income Tax Advisory group, you lead the
Income Tax Advisory team with strategic oversight, technical expertise, and
client-centric focus. You are crucial in shaping client engagement, driving
business growth, and mentoring future leaders.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA, JD, LLM in Taxation, or equivalent advanced credential required or strongly preferred.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in federal and international tax compliance and consulting, including experience with ASC 740.
• Strong technical knowledge of U.S. and international tax provisions, including Subpart F, GILTI, FDII, foreign tax credits, BEPS, U.S. inbound rules, and other global tax frameworks.
• Demonstrated ability to lead multinational client engagements, manage global workflows across jurisdictions, and deliver high‑quality technical work.
• Strategic thinker with strong judgment, problem‑solving skills, and the ability to navigate complex tax scenarios.
• Proven success in building and fostering strong client relationships, delivering exceptional client service, and supporting long‑term advisory partnerships.
• Exceptional communication and leadership skills, with the ability to inspire, mentor, and develop high‑performing teams.
• Growth mindset with openness to innovation, continuous learning, and the evolving global tax landscape.
• Strong commitment to professional ethics, integrity, accountability, and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert guidance on complex income and international tax matters, including U.S. and global tax compliance, ASC 740 income tax accounting, and income tax credits.
• Oversee and review international tax compliance deliverables, including Forms 5471, 8858, 8865, GILTI, FDII, and foreign tax credit calculations, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery.
• Lead the delivery of international tax consulting services, including cross-border planning, global restructuring, treaty analysis, tax-efficient supply chain structuring, and other multinational tax planning initiatives.
• Advise clients on the impact of global tax legislation, including U.S. outbound and inbound rules, OECD Pillar Two developments, BEPS initiatives, and evolving jurisdictional requirements.
• Manage multiple complex projects concurrently, ensuring high‑quality results and exceptional client service.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with domestic and multinational clients, serving as a trusted advisor on tax strategy, planning, and global tax risk mitigation.
• Collaborate with firm leadership to design and execute strategic initiatives, pursue new international tax opportunities, and expand market presence.
• Implement innovative solutions to enhance practice efficiency, service delivery, and technical capabilities across the tax function.
• Mentor and develop team members at all levels—associates through future leaders—fostering technical expertise, collaboration, and a culture of continuous learning.
• Promote knowledge sharing and innovation across the broader tax practice.
• Uphold Kroll’s standards of quality, integrity, professionalism, and inclusion.

Benefits

• Healthcare Coverage: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Time Off and Leave Policies: Generous paid time off (PTO), paid company holidays, generous parental and family leave.
• Protective Insurances: Life insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage, and accident protection.
• Compensation and Rewards: Competitive salary structures, performance-based incentives, and merit-based compensation reviews.
• Retirement Plans: 401(k) plans with company matching.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director