Principal - Tax

Sikich•Rockville, MD

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Team members at Sikich have a lot in common while also being part of a rich and varied group of contributors, creating a distinct and thriving culture. Chief among our commonalities is a desire for growth and a shared unity of purpose in our professional lives. We believe that through diverse perspectives, challenging the status quo and rewarding action, we accelerate innovation and drive growth – for our clients, for ourselves and for our communities. The professional services landscape continues to evolve. For Sikich, this means we have an opportunity to further cement our leadership position in this industry and continue to grow our organization in increasingly exciting ways. This growth is meaningful for every team member at our company because larger companies simply see more interesting client opportunities and can attract impressively talented individuals like you. Through a dedicated focus on key business priorities and intentionally creating a rewarding employee experience, Sikich has developed into a highly regarded provider of professional services and a sought-after employer of choice. Do you want to work with other skilled practitioners and serve clients in a way that makes a difference? Are you seeking a supportive environment backed by a deep and extensive set of skillsets? Are you ready to make an impact and be acknowledged for your contributions? If you answered yes to these questions, we see a mutually beneficial and gratifying relationship on the horizon! Are you ready to grow with us? Position Summary Reporting to the Managing Principal, the Principal will: What will you do in this role? Serve as the primary point of contact for key clients, fostering long-term relationships. Understand client needs and translate them into actionable strategies and solutions. Manage client expectations, resolve escalations, and ensure consistent value delivery. Conduct executive-level presentations and facilitate strategic discussions. Develop and execute account strategies to increase revenue and client impact. Oversee engagement profitability, resource utilization, and overall client portfolio health.

Requirements

BA/BS degree in a relevant field, required
Ten (10) plus years of experience in professional services, consulting, or a related field
CPA certification, for accounting Principals; and other relevant industry certifications, preferred
Proven track record of leading client engagements and business development
Recognized expertise in working with government contractor clientele
Deep understanding of professional services delivery models and client lifecycle
Experience in managing engagement budgets, expenses, and performance management
Ability to articulate complex financial data and review significant findings
Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, including ability to collaborate, influence, negotiate, and effectively coach employees and managers
Familiarity with industry trends, regulatory environments, and competitive landscapes
Exceptional leadership and team management capabilities
Strong business acumen and strategic thinking
Proven capability to engage senior stakeholders and facilitate consensus effectively
Demonstrated capacity to develop innovative solutions tailored to the unique challenges presented by individual clients
High integrity and moral character; committed to following quality control standards
Servant Leader – You are hyper focused on engaging employees, fostering their development, and building a positive culture.
Solutions Focused – You see opportunities in every business problem and can develop, articulate, and implement solutions.
Collaboration – You are a relationship builder across all levels of the organization and across all business units.
Instills Trust - You do what you say, and you follow through on commitments, you act with integrity, you are consistent and are perceived as credible.
Impact & Influence Thinking – You gain support for ideas, proposals, and solutions, and get others to act, with or without formal authority, to advance initiatives/objectives.

Nice To Haves

master’s degree, preferred
other relevant industry certifications, preferred

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary point of contact for key clients, fostering long-term relationships.
Understand client needs and translate them into actionable strategies and solutions.
Manage client expectations, resolve escalations, and ensure consistent value delivery.
Conduct executive-level presentations and facilitate strategic discussions.
Develop and execute account strategies to increase revenue and client impact.
Oversee engagement profitability, resource utilization, and overall client portfolio health.

Benefits

competitive compensation
insurance options
wellness programs
flexible time off policy
Flexible Time Off (FTO) Policy
paid holidays
comprehensive wellness program
Flexible work arrangements
Health, dental, vision, life, and accident/death/disability insurance options
HSA employer contribution
Nine (9) paid holidays annually
robust paid Parental Bonding Leave program covering birth, adoption, and foster children
401(k) with employer contributions
CPA bonus with four (4) paid exam days & four (4) paid study days
Tuition reimbursement
Generous employee referral bonus program
Client referral bonus program
Pet insurance
FORCE – Sikich community volunteer program enabling each team member to use up to four hours of paid time annually to volunteer and make a difference in their local communities.