Tax Director Jobs in New York
Tax Director jobs in New York represent one of the most active and competitive markets in the country, concentrated in financial services, private equity, multinational corporations, and professional services firms, with demand at every level from senior tax manager ready to step up through seasoned director overseeing global tax strategy. New York City, White Plains, and Melville are the primary hiring hubs, anchored by major employers like JPMorgan Chase, Deloitte, and PricewaterhouseCoopers, all of which maintain significant New York operations. The most sought-after specialties are federal and state tax compliance, international tax planning, and ASC 740 provision work. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Position Summary
Apex is seeking a Tax Managing Director to help lead and expand our U.S. Financial Services Tax Practice. This individual will serve as a senior leader responsible for practice growth, client relationship management, business development, technical excellence, and strategic tax advisory services.
The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in alternative investment fund taxation, fund structuring, international tax matters, and investor tax planning, along with a proven ability to build client relationships, develop talent, and grow a professional services practice.
Key Responsibilities
Practice Leadership & Growth
- Help define and execute the strategic vision for the U.S. Tax Practice, driving operational excellence, service innovation, technology adoption, and talent development.
- Partner with firm leadership to expand market presence, strengthen client relationships, and achieve revenue and growth objectives.
- Lead business development initiatives, including client pursuits, proposals, presentations, industry networking, and cross-selling opportunities.
Tax Advisory, Structuring & Technical Leadership
- Advise clients on tax-efficient structuring and operational matters involving private equity, venture capital, hedge, real estate, credit, infrastructure, fund-of-funds, co-investment vehicles, SPVs, and other alternative investment structures.
- Provide technical leadership on partnership taxation, Subchapter K planning, fund formation and restructuring transactions, carried interest arrangements, domestic and cross-border investment structures, foreign investor planning, ECI blocker structures, REIT structures, continuation vehicles, and secondary transactions.
- Oversee complex tax matters involving international tax reporting, withholding tax compliance, FATCA, Chapter 3 and Chapter 4 requirements, Forms 1042, 1042-S and 1042-T, section 1446 and 1446(f) withholding (Forms 8804, 8805, 8813 and 8288/8288-A), Schedules K-2 and K-3, PFIC and CFC reporting (Forms 8621, 5471, 8865 and 926), W-8BEN, W-8BEN-E, W-8IMY and W-8ECI documentation programs (collection, validation, expiration tracking and remediation), state and local tax compliance, nexus analysis, and multi-state fund reporting.
- Represent clients in IRS and state examinations, respond to notices, and manage remediation where withholding or documentation failures are identified.
Client & Team Leadership
- Serve as the lead relationship executive and trusted advisor for strategic clients, including fund sponsors, CFOs, tax directors, controllers, and legal counsel.
- Oversee significant client portfolios and engagement teams while ensuring exceptional client service, technical quality, and project delivery.
- Mentor and develop Senior Managers, Managers, Seniors, and Associates, supporting recruiting, retention, succession planning, and the development of future technical and business leaders.
Qualifications
Required
- 12+ years of progressive tax experience in public accounting, financial services, consulting, fund administration, or a law firm environment.
- Substantial client-facing tax consulting and advisory experience, as distinct from a compliance-only background.
- Active CPA license is required.
- Deep expertise in partnership taxation, alternative investment funds, international tax reporting, state and local taxation, fund structuring, investor tax planning, and foreign investor withholding regimes.
- Demonstrated success developing client relationships, generating new business, and managing large engagement teams and client portfolios.
- Proven ability to advise clients on complex domestic and cross-border tax matters while driving practice growth.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $250,000.00 - $450,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: Hybrid remote in New York, NY 10022
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Accounting & Auditing
- Investment & Asset Management
- Construction & Real Estate
- Banking & Financial Services
What New York Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in tax director jobs across New York.
- CPA license active and in good standing with the New York State Education Department
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or tax with a master's degree preferred
- Fifteen or more years of progressive tax experience in public accounting or industry
- Deep knowledge of federal, New York State, and New York City tax law and compliance
- Experience managing ASC 740 income tax provisions for publicly traded or large private companies
- Proven ability to lead and develop a tax team and manage external advisors
Tax Director Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a tax director in New York?
Most tax directors in New York hold a CPA license issued through the New York State Education Department, which requires passing the Uniform CPA Examination and meeting the state's education and experience requirements. A bachelor's degree in accounting or finance is the baseline, and a master's in taxation or an LLM in tax strengthens candidacy significantly. Most professionals reach the director level after years in public accounting at a Big Four or regional firm before moving into corporate roles.
How much do tax directors make in New York?
Tax directors in New York earn a median of about $102,640 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $63,700 for the lowest 10% to over $171,030 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire tax directors in New York?
Employers hiring tax directors in New York right now include Alvarez & Marsal, BDO, and EisnerAmper, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. New York's concentration of financial institutions, asset managers, and multinational headquarters means demand is consistently strong across both in-house corporate tax teams and large professional services firms.
Which New York cities have the most tax director jobs?
New York, Corning, and Fredonia have the most tax director openings in New York. New York City dominates by volume given its density of financial services firms, corporate headquarters, and Big Four offices, while White Plains and Melville serve as significant suburban hubs where major corporations and regional companies base their finance and tax functions.
Are there remote tax director jobs in New York?
Yes, and more than many senior finance roles. About 67% of tax director openings tied to New York are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the desk-based and advisory nature of the work. International tax planning, federal compliance review, and ASC 740 provision oversight are the functions most commonly performed remotely, while state and local tax work often requires closer coordination with local teams.
How can I get hired as a tax director in New York with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is joining a Big Four or large regional accounting firm in New York, such as KPMG, EY, or Grant Thornton, in a tax associate or senior associate role and building toward manager before targeting director-level positions in industry. Moving from a senior tax manager role at a mid-size New York company is another common transition. Holding an active New York CPA license and a master's in taxation gives candidates a clear edge when making that step up.
Where can I find and apply to tax director jobs in New York?
You can find and apply to tax director jobs in New York on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the listings, find roles that match your experience and specialization, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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