Tax Director Jobs in Ohio
Tax Director jobs in Ohio are concentrated in Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati, where major employers including Nationwide Insurance, KeyCorp, and Procter & Gamble maintain significant tax functions. Demand is strongest in corporate tax planning, multistate tax compliance, and tax provision under ASC 740, reflecting Ohio's mix of Fortune 500 headquarters, large regional banks, and manufacturing operations. Opportunities range from senior manager promotions stepping into their first director seat to seasoned executives overseeing enterprise-wide tax strategy. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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CLA is a top 10 national professional services firm wur purpose is to create opportunities every day, for our clients, our people, and our communities through industry-focused wealth advisory, digital, audit, tax, consulting, and outsourcing services. Even with more than 8,500 people, 130 U.S. locations, and a global reach, we promise to know you and help you.
CLA is dedicated to building a culture that invites different beliefs and perspectives to the table, so we can truly know and help our clients, communities, and each other.
CLA is looking to hire a Tax Director or Manager to join CLA Eastern Ohio's Tax team. You’ll have the opportunity in this role to work with our clients as you progress in your inspired career. This is an in-office position based out of either our Canton or Akron offices.
How you’ll create opportunities in this Tax Manager/Director role:
- Consult with franchise ownership clients on business processes such as succession and tax planning.
- Lead, schedule, supervise, and review tax engagements.
- Develop and train team members to help them build inspired careers.
- Foster and build opportunities for our clients, communities, and people.
- Become an industry professional and attend industry-leading events and trainings.
- Perform a range of tax procedures in accordance with the size and complexity of the engagement.
- Review complex partnership, S-corp, pass-thru, and HNW personal tax returns.
What you will need:
- You have a minimum of 6 years of experience serving in a tax role with public accounting and/or professional services firm.
- You have a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- You have an active JD, CPA, or EA certification.
- You are looking for a firm that will support and foster your aspiring career goals.
- You jump at the chance to help others, and you’re ready to join a team of high-performing people.
- You have a knack for solving issues and confidently bring solutions to the table.
- You love to work with clients’ to help their businesses succeed strategically.
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Wellness at CLA
To support our CLA family members, we focus on their physical, financial, social, and emotional well-being and offer comprehensive benefit options that include health, dental, vision, 401k and much more.
CLA is a top 10 national professional services firm wur purpose is to create opportunities every day, for our clients, our people, and our communities through industry-focused wealth advisory, digital, audit, tax, consulting, and outsourcing services. Even with more than 8,500 people, 130 U.S. locations, and a global reach, we promise to know you and help you.
CLA is dedicated to building a culture that invites different beliefs and perspectives to the table, so we can truly know and help our clients, communities, and each other.
CLA is looking to hire a Tax Director or Manager to join CLA Eastern Ohio's Tax team. You’ll have the opportunity in this role to work with our clients as you progress in your inspired career. This is an in-office position based out of either our Canton or Akron offices.
How you’ll create opportunities in this Tax Manager/Director role:
- Consult with franchise ownership clients on business processes such as succession and tax planning.
- Lead, schedule, supervise, and review tax engagements.
- Develop and train team members to help them build inspired careers.
- Foster and build opportunities for our clients, communities, and people.
- Become an industry professional and attend industry-leading events and trainings.
- Perform a range of tax procedures in accordance with the size and complexity of the engagement.
- Review complex partnership, S-corp, pass-thru, and HNW personal tax returns.
What you will need:
- You have a minimum of 6 years of experience serving in a tax role with public accounting and/or professional services firm.
- You have a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- You have an active JD, CPA, or EA certification.
- You are looking for a firm that will support and foster your aspiring career goals.
- You jump at the chance to help others, and you’re ready to join a team of high-performing people.
- You have a knack for solving issues and confidently bring solutions to the table.
- You love to work with clients’ to help their businesses succeed strategically.
#LI-TB1
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
Wellness at CLA
To support our CLA family members, we focus on their physical, financial, social, and emotional well-being and offer comprehensive benefit options that include health, dental, vision, 401k and much more.
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Tax Director Job Market in Ohio
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What Ohio Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in tax director jobs across Ohio.
- Active CPA license issued or recognized by the Accountancy Board of Ohio
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field required
- Ten or more years of progressive tax experience including corporate or public accounting
- Deep expertise in federal and multistate corporate income tax compliance and planning
- Proven ability to manage ASC 740 income tax provision and financial reporting
- Experience leading and developing a team of tax professionals across multiple disciplines
Tax Director Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a tax director in Ohio?
Most tax directors in Ohio hold an active CPA license issued by the Accountancy Board of Ohio, which requires passing the Uniform CPA Examination and meeting Ohio's education and experience requirements. A bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field is the standard starting point, with many employers also expecting a master's in taxation or an LLM in tax. Candidates typically progress through senior tax accountant and tax manager roles before reaching director level.
How much do tax directors make in Ohio?
Tax directors in Ohio earn a median of about $79,320 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $52,140 for the lowest 10% to over $131,400 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire tax directors in Ohio?
Employers hiring tax directors in Ohio right now include CBIZ, CliftonLarsonAllen, and Jobot, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Ohio's combination of Fortune 500 headquarters, large regional financial institutions, and major manufacturing companies creates consistent demand for senior tax leadership across both in-house corporate tax departments and regional public accounting firms.
Which Ohio cities have the most tax director jobs?
The greatest concentration of tax director openings in Ohio is in Cleveland, Canton, and Maumee. Columbus draws the most activity as Ohio's largest corporate hub and home to several insurance, financial services, and retail headquarters, while Cleveland and Cincinnati anchor demand through their strong regional banking, healthcare, and manufacturing sectors that each support sizable in-house tax functions.
Are there remote tax director jobs in Ohio?
Yes, and more than most senior finance roles, since tax director work is largely analytical, document-driven, and executable from anywhere with secure system access. About 50% of tax director openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the desk-based nature of the role. Tax provision, research, and compliance planning are the functions most frequently performed fully remote, while roles with close CFO or board interaction tend to require regular in-office presence.
How can I get hired as a tax director in Ohio with little or no experience?
The most realistic path is moving into a senior tax manager role first at a large Ohio public accounting firm or corporate tax department, then transitioning to a director title once you have direct reports and ownership of a tax function. Large Ohio employers in insurance, banking, and manufacturing regularly develop internal talent through rotational finance programs. Earning your Ohio CPA license and building multistate compliance or ASC 740 provision experience are the credentials that most consistently accelerate that move from manager to director.
Where can I find and apply to tax director jobs in Ohio?
You can find and apply to tax director jobs in Ohio on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across Columbus, Cleveland, Cincinnati, and other Ohio markets. Find the roles that fit your experience and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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