Tax Director Jobs in Maryland
Tax Director jobs in Maryland concentrate in financial services, federal contracting, healthcare, and professional services, with the state's proximity to Washington D.C. making it one of the more active markets for senior tax leadership on the East Coast. Most openings are centered in Baltimore, Bethesda, and Rockville, where employers like Leidos, T. Rowe Price, and CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield maintain substantial finance and tax functions. The most in-demand specialties are federal and state tax compliance, ASC 740 provision work, and transfer pricing for multi-entity organizations. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Citrin Cooperman offers a dynamic work environment, fostering professional growth and collaboration. We’re continuously seeking talented individuals who bring fresh perspectives, a problem-solving mindset, and sharp technical expertise. We know you have choices, so our team of collaborative, innovative professionals are at the ready to support your professional development. At Citrin Cooperman, we offer competitive compensation and benefits and most importantly, the flexibility to manage your personal and professional life to focus on what matters most to you!
We are seeking a Commercial Tax Services (CTS) Director in the Tax Department. As a CTS Director, you will be responsible for:
- Review of tax returns, tax workpapers and tax projections
- Possess strong technical skills in partnerships, C-corporations and S-corporations (knowledge in individual taxation a plus)
- Provide effective consulting, planning and compliance for your clients
- Perform tax research to resolve issues
- Oversee and manage the day-to-day needs of your clients and tax return process including identification and resolution of tax issues
- Work to expand client base and supports business development activities
- Participate in industry or service line-related organizations
- Maintain strong relationships with a highly proactive approach to serving clients
- Coordinates with partner to ensure timeliness and effective communication for proper planning of project
- Coaching, mentoring, and training staff
- Maintaining knowledge of new tax issues and general business trends that affect the client
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required, Master’s in taxation is preferred, CPA preferred
- 10+ years of progressive public accounting experience
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Capable of managing multiple client engagements
- A track record of building and sustaining client relationships and high-quality client service
- Outstanding analytical, organizational and project management skills
- Proficient with CCH Axcess, Sureprep, BNA Income Tax Planner, CCH AnswerConnect, RIA Checkpoint, XCM and Microsoft Office
Citrin Cooperman offers a dynamic work environment, fostering professional growth and collaboration. We’re continuously seeking talented individuals who bring fresh perspectives, a problem-solving mindset, and sharp technical expertise. We know you have choices, so our team of collaborative, innovative professionals are at the ready to support your professional development. At Citrin Cooperman, we offer competitive compensation and benefits and most importantly, the flexibility to manage your personal and professional life to focus on what matters most to you!
We are seeking a Commercial Tax Services (CTS) Director in the Tax Department. As a CTS Director, you will be responsible for:
- Review of tax returns, tax workpapers and tax projections
- Possess strong technical skills in partnerships, C-corporations and S-corporations (knowledge in individual taxation a plus)
- Provide effective consulting, planning and compliance for your clients
- Perform tax research to resolve issues
- Oversee and manage the day-to-day needs of your clients and tax return process including identification and resolution of tax issues
- Work to expand client base and supports business development activities
- Participate in industry or service line-related organizations
- Maintain strong relationships with a highly proactive approach to serving clients
- Coordinates with partner to ensure timeliness and effective communication for proper planning of project
- Coaching, mentoring, and training staff
- Maintaining knowledge of new tax issues and general business trends that affect the client
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required, Master’s in taxation is preferred, CPA preferred
- 10+ years of progressive public accounting experience
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Capable of managing multiple client engagements
- A track record of building and sustaining client relationships and high-quality client service
- Outstanding analytical, organizational and project management skills
- Proficient with CCH Axcess, Sureprep, BNA Income Tax Planner, CCH AnswerConnect, RIA Checkpoint, XCM and Microsoft Office
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Tax Director Job Market in Maryland
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Top Industries Hiring
- Accounting & Auditing
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Electronics & Hardware
What Maryland Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in tax director jobs across Maryland.
- CPA license active in Maryland or reciprocally recognized under Maryland Board of Public Accountancy rules
- Bachelor's or master's degree in accounting, taxation, or a closely related field required
- Ten or more years of progressive tax experience including prior leadership or managerial responsibility
- Deep expertise in federal and Maryland state corporate income tax compliance and planning
- Experience managing ASC 740 income tax provision for publicly traded or large private entities
- Prior experience in a Big Four public accounting firm or large corporate tax department preferred
Tax Director Jobs in Maryland: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a tax director in Maryland?
The standard path starts with a CPA license issued or recognized by the Maryland Board of Public Accountancy, which requires passing the Uniform CPA Exam and meeting Maryland's education and experience requirements. Most tax directors hold a bachelor's or master's degree in accounting or taxation and build their careers through public accounting or corporate tax departments before moving into a director-level role. An LLM in Taxation strengthens candidacy for complex planning or legal-entity work.
How much do tax directors make in Maryland?
Tax directors in Maryland earn a median of about $89,370 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $59,760 for the lowest 10% to over $156,660 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire tax directors in Maryland?
Maryland tax director roles are posted by CBIZ, Weaver, and Ciena and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Maryland's concentration of federal contractors, financial institutions, and large healthcare systems means demand is consistent across both the Baltimore metro and the D.C. suburbs.
Which Maryland cities have the most tax director jobs?
Bethesda, Rockville, and Baltimore lead Maryland for tax director openings. Baltimore anchors demand through its financial services, healthcare, and professional services base, while Bethesda and Rockville draw heavily from the concentration of federal contractors and global professional services firms operating in the D.C. suburbs, where complex multi-entity and multi-jurisdictional tax work is common.
Are there remote tax director jobs in Maryland?
Yes, and more than most senior finance roles, since tax director work is fundamentally analytical and document-driven rather than tied to a physical site. About 17% of tax director openings tied to Maryland are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the flexibility many employers now offer at this level. Provision, planning, and research work tends to be the most remote-friendly, while roles with active audit management or close CFO collaboration typically require some in-office presence.
How can I get hired as a tax director in Maryland with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a staff or senior tax associate role in a Maryland-based public accounting firm or a large corporate tax department, where you build compliance and provision skills before moving into management. Baltimore-area firms and the Big Four offices in Bethesda and Baltimore frequently hire for associate and senior associate roles that develop the technical foundation needed for director-level work. Passing the CPA exam early and gaining exposure to Maryland state and local tax compliance gives candidates a clear edge when competing for promotion or lateral moves into corporate tax leadership.
Where can I find and apply to tax director jobs in Maryland?
You can find and apply to tax director jobs in Maryland on Migrate Mate, which lists current Maryland openings across industries including financial services, healthcare, and federal contracting. Find roles that fit your background and apply directly to each one.
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