Head of Tax

Bay Business Group • West Falls Church, VA

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

We’re hiring a Head of Tax to lead our tax function. We have an existing tax client base and are looking for our first leader fully dedicated to these clients and to growing this practice. This is an opportunity for someone who is entrepreneurial and passionate about tax and teaching. You’ll be building your own tax practice with a running start and play a critical role in elevating our firm.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required in accounting
• CPA
• 5+ years of experience in public accounting
• Strong experience with both business and individual tax
• Prior experience reviewing returns and managing work quality
• Experience mentoring and managing team members
• Desire to take ownership and grow a function

Responsibilities

• Review and oversee preparation of business and individual tax returns
• Develop proactive tax strategies for clients across a range of industries
• Partner with clients to identify planning opportunities and optimize outcomes
• Serve as the firm’s go-to resource for all tax-related matters
• Support and review work performed by managers and team members
• Establish best practices, processes, and standards for tax work
• Train and mentor staff on tax concepts, strategy, and execution
• Provide ongoing feedback to improve quality and consistency
• Play a key role in building and scaling the tax function over time
• Contribute to hiring, structure, and long-term tax function growth

Benefits

• Competitive salary ($125K - $165K DOE)
• Incentive pay
• Flexible leave
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
• Benefits package including medical, dental, and vision
• Paid holidays
• Generous PTO policy
• Collaborative team-based work environment
• Flexible work-life balance
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Flexible hybrid schedule

What This Job Offers

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