Director, Tax and Accounting

Crete Professionals Alliance

Director of Tax & Accounting for Reid Accountants + Advisors overseeing tax compliance and accounting. Leading a team while managing client relations and strategic recommendations.

Posted 4/23/2026full-timeNew York City • New York, South Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $140,000 - $160,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and manage all phases of tax planning, tax preparation, review, compliance, and research
Expertly utilize tax software such as Thomson Reuters UltraTax CS, Microsoft Office, and Intuit QuickBooks
Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of prevailing tax laws and developments
Identify areas where tax, regulatory requirements, and industry-specific concerns may impact clients and develop strategic recommendations
Efficiently prepare various tax returns, including Individual, Fiduciary, Corporate, Partnership, and Multistate
Proactively manage work effectively within a team environment while fostering strong client relationships
Coordinate complex accounting projects and initiatives with the accounting team
Ensure superior attention to detail

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (Required)
CPA certification (Required)
Background in Real Estate (Preferred)
Minimum of 7+ years of experience in a CPA firm (Required)
Proficiency in UltraTax CS, Checkpoint, Microsoft Office Suite, and Intuit products (Preferred)
Exceptional ability to work both independently and within a team environment
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
Detail-oriented with the ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time effectively
Positive, "can-do" attitude with a "firm first" mindset
Review engagement work papers, address problems, and keep partners informed of all important developments
Coordinate various engagement phases, including staff requirements, job planning, and scheduling
Supervise and mentor staff accountants, providing feedback and evaluating their progress
Develop expertise in assigned areas
Assist in administrative functions as assigned by partners
Recognize opportunities to provide additional services to existing clients and identify workplace efficiencies

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (with options for fully paid employee only coverage for health and dental)
Company-Paid Life and Long Term Disability Insurance
Ancillary Benefits such as supplemental life insurance and short-term disability options
Classic Safe Harbor 401(k) Plan with employer contributions
Opportunities for professional growth, learning, and development including access to Becker and LinkedIn Learning

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Hard Skills & Tools

tax planningtax preparationtax compliancetax researchpreparation of tax returnsIndividual tax returnsFiduciary tax returnsCorporate tax returnsPartnership tax returnsMultistate tax returns

Soft Skills

team managementclient relationship managementattention to detailmultitaskingtime managementindependent workwritten communicationverbal communicationproblem-solvingmentoring

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in AccountingCPA certification