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Tax Director - Denver, CO

FORTH Recruiting, Denver, CO, United States


This role is primarily responsible for complex domestic tax matters for company clients. This position is open to candidates with a strong tax foundation in any area. To qualify for this opportunity, the candidate will have 10+ years of experience in Tax. Preference is given to candidates with an active CPA license and previous public accounting experience.

Core Responsibilities

Performs technical tax review and approval of all tax returns and governmental tax examinations of any complexity.
Serves as a subject matter expert in discipline or industry.
Education and Qualifications

CPA license is a plus.
Must successfully pass a background check.
Must be currently authorized to work in the United States full-time.
Essential Functions

Performs all tasks related to client service and sees that assignments are accomplished within budgeted time.
Assumes full responsibility for larger tax returns and delegates to the various tax preparers as deemed necessary.
Build and maintain good client relationships.
Experience

Minimum ten years of experience in public accounting.
Extensive experience reviewing Individual, corporate, and Partnership tax returns.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Strong skills and experience with Word, Outlook, Excel, and QuickBooks.
Experience with CCH Pro FX tax software.
Demonstrates excellence in most advanced technical skills.
Keep current on applicable professional standards.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Working Conditions

Ability to work overtime and weekend hours during peak busy periods to meet deadlines and partner and client expectations.
Health

Choice of HMO or PPO medical plans available.
Generous discounts are available under some plans for drugs and/or eye prescriptions.
Comprehensive vision plans are available.
A choice of HMO or PPO dental plans.
Funded life insurance plans covering death/dismemberment. Additional coverage is available for purchase.
Flex spending plans are available.
Happiness

Casual dress environment.
Substantial professional development through ongoing training (an accredited employer with the AICPA and the ACCA).
A training department is dedicated to all your learning & CPE continuation needs.
Paid time off to study for the CPA.
Competitive compensation packages.
Generous paid time off policies.
Diverse client base to inspire and challenge you.
Mentorship opportunities through our resource group and buddy systems.
Beyond

Bonus payments for client or employee referrals
Targeted kudos program providing firm-wide employee recognition and financial rewards
Discounted movie tickets
Structured volunteer and community care program through a dedicated company program
A generational task force that welcomes ideas and suggestions to enhance the workplace
Structured internship programs to guide future college graduates
Partner & director attendance at local college recruiting and class events
401(k)
HMO or PPO Medical
Drugs Discount Plans
Vision Plans
HMO or PPO Dental
Life Insurance
Flex-spending
Professional Development
CPE continuation training
CPA exam fees & spot bonus
Paid time off to study CPA
Competitive compensation
Generous PTO
Diverse client base
Client or employee referrals bonuses
Employee recognition and financial rewards
Discounted movie tickets
Welcomes ideas and suggestions to enhance the workplace

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