Director, Tax Operations – Strategy

Goodwin

Tax Director leading the tax department and developing strategies for worldwide tax compliance at Goodwin. Innovating tax automation and overseeing multi-jurisdictional tax functions.

Posted 5/28/2026full-timeBoston • Massachusetts, New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $225,000 - $325,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the firm’s tax function across multiple jurisdictions, ensuring compliance and strategic tax planning.
Oversee and optimize tax processes related to international, partnership federal and state, and partner tax matters including partner tax allocations.
Collaborate with IT, finance, and partner compensation teams to implement technology solutions.
Identify and implement best practices to improve efficiency, accuracy, and scalability of tax operations.
Serve as a strategic advisor to firm leadership on tax implications of business decisions, including cross-border transactions and entity structuring.
Mentor and develop tax team members, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
Serve as a trusted advisor for our Partners regarding tax matters.

Requirements

What you’ll need

10+ years of progressive tax experience, ideally within a professional services environment.
Advanced degree (MST/MSA) or CPA strongly preferred.
Proven expertise in international, state, partnership, and individual tax.
Demonstrated success in leading tax transformation initiatives, including automation and technology integration.
Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills.
Comfortable addressing complex and sensitive tax inquiries with discretion and clarity.
Deep tax expertise applied effectively to solve problems and deliver results.
Thinks critically, stays current with tax legislation and industry trends, and consistently demonstrates a commitment to quality.
Strong people skills with the ability to build relationships and deliver high-quality service to partners, senior leadership, and colleagues.
Acts with integrity and sound judgment.
Makes thoughtful decisions based on data, values, and input from others.
Takes ownership, anticipates challenges, and communicates decisions transparently.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health, dental, and vision insurance
Life and disability insurance
Retirement & Savings Plan
Emergency back-up child and adult care
Paid vacation, sick time off, and holidays
Professional development and career advancement opportunities
Employee recognition and reward programs
Employee wellness and assistance programs
Employee discounts and perks

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Hard Skills & Tools

tax compliancestrategic tax planninginternational taxpartnership taxfederal taxstate taxtax transformationautomationtechnology integrationtax allocations

Soft Skills

leadershipcommunicationproject managementcritical thinkingrelationship buildingintegritysound judgmentdiscretionownershiptransparency

Certifications

CPAMSTMSA