Tax Advisory - Interim Tax Management Director

Riveron•Atlanta, GA

4d•$165,000 - $272,500•Hybrid

About The Position

Riveron’s Interim Tax Management (ITM) practice embeds senior tax professionals directly into client organizations—stepping in as Head of Tax, standing up new tax functions, or leading through a major transaction. You’ll work across a range of clients, from private equity-backed portfolio companies to large corporates navigating regulatory complexity, delivering practical solutions with immediate impact. In an environment marked by rapid tax regulatory changes at the federal, state, international and local levels, it is crucial to have real-time insights. Our team stays abreast of these changes and their implications for income and indirect taxes, allowing companies to focus on their day-to-day operations. By taking a proactive and practical approach, we deliver pragmatic solutions to address tax challenges and enhance internal tax functions. Our Tax Advisory services encompass a range of areas, including Accounting for Income Taxes, Transaction Tax, Sales and Use Tax, Distressed and Bankruptcy Tax, and General Tax Consulting including Transfer Pricing and Tax Technology solutions. With our expertise in these domains, we offer tailored guidance and strategic counsel to meet the unique needs of each client. Whether a client needs an interim Head of Tax, assistance standing up a tax department, or leadership through a major transaction, Riveron's ITM professionals deliver practical solutions with immediate impact. What makes this role distinctive: no two engagements are alike. You’ll rotate across industries and client situations—bringing real-time judgment where it matters most, with the backing of a national consulting platform.

Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Taxation, or a related field
13+ years of progressive corporate tax, public accounting, or tax consulting experience
Experience serving as a Tax Director, Senior Manager, or tax function leader
Strong technical knowledge of: ASC 740 (income tax accounting), Federal, state, and local income tax compliance, M&A tax implications, Tax controls and governance
Comfortable leading client-facing engagements and serving as a trusted advisor to CFOs, Controllers, and executive leadership
Exceptional project management, communication, and leadership skills
Ability to thrive in fast-paced, changing environments

Nice To Haves

CPA preferred
Experience supporting private equity-backed companies, carve-outs, or complex corporate transactions preferred
Exposure to indirect tax (Sales & Use, VAT or tax technology platforms)
Willingness to travel based on client needs

Responsibilities

Use tax technical knowledge to advise clients on complex tax implications, liabilities, and strategies
Remain up to date on tax issues, legislative changes, and best practices
Provide guidance and issue resolution support to teams across multiple concurrent client engagements
Provide Interim Tax Leadership
Serve as a Tax Leader for clients experiencing organizational change or leadership transitions
Lead day-to-day tax operations while ensuring business continuity during critical periods
Act as the primary tax advisor to executive leadership, finance teams, external auditors, and outside tax service providers
Drive Tax Operations & Compliance
Oversee federal, state, and local income tax compliance workflows and filing calendars
Manage relationships with external preparers and review tax provisions under ASC 740
Identify and remediate tax risks; strengthen internal controls and governance frameworks
Lead Tax Transformation Initiatives
Assess and redesign tax operating models, processes, and organizational structures
Evaluate and implement tax technology solutions to improve accuracy, efficiency, and reporting
Partner with finance and IT teams to integrate tax requirements into broader ERP and data initiatives
Support Tax-Driven Transactions
Advise on tax implications of M&A, carve-outs, restructurings, and other strategic transactions
Lead tax due diligence and coordinate with deal teams, legal counsel, and outside advisors
Manage post-close integration of tax functions, reporting, and compliance obligations