Director

HireNow Staffing•Phoenix, AZ

17h•Onsite

About The Position

HireNow Staffing is actively recruiting a seasoned, highly skilled Tax Manager / Senior Manager / Director on behalf of a valued client partner in the public accounting / corporate tax sector. HireNow Staffing is acting as a direct placement partner for this Tax Manager / Senior Manager / Director opportunity. We are seeking an accomplished tax professional who can lead client engagements or internal tax functions, review complex returns, mentor staff, manage deadlines, and provide high-level tax planning guidance. This role requires strong technical tax knowledge, leadership capability, and the ability to manage multiple priorities with precision. HireNow Disqualifier: Candidates with jumpy or unstable resumes will not be accepted or interviewed. We are prioritizing professionals with consistent tenure, progressive advancement, and demonstrated leadership within tax environments.

Requirements

6+ years of progressive tax experience
Experience at Manager, Senior Manager, or Director level
Strong knowledge of federal and multi-state tax compliance
Experience reviewing complex returns and managing deadlines
Proven leadership experience supervising tax professionals
Strong client-facing or executive communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in deadline-driven environments
Ability to work onsite in Phoenix, Arizona
Stable employment history with clear progression; candidates with jumpy resumes will not be considered

Nice To Haves

CPA required or strongly preferred
Public accounting background preferred
Experience with pass-through entities, partnerships, S-Corps, and HNW individuals
Corporate income tax or ASC 740 experience
Business development or client advisory experience
Experience leading process improvements and tax technology adoption
Strong mentorship and team-building background

Responsibilities

Manage tax engagements, filings, and compliance deadlines from planning through completion
Review complex federal, state, and local tax returns for entities and individuals
Provide proactive tax planning strategies and risk mitigation guidance
Supervise, mentor, and develop tax staff and seniors
Research technical tax issues and prepare written guidance or recommendations
Manage client relationships or internal stakeholder communication effectively
Coordinate with accounting, finance, legal, and external advisors as needed
Monitor tax law changes and assess impact on business or clients
Improve workflow efficiency, quality controls, and tax department processes
Support leadership with strategic initiatives and growth planning