Head of Tax
New York City, NY - USA
Job Summary
Head of Tax (CPA Required)
New York NY (On-Site)
$150000 Bonus Equity
Position Overview
We are seeking a highly experienced CPA with strong tax expertise to lead the tax function while acting as the central financial authority across multiple businesses.
This is a unique hybrid role combining Head of Tax and Personal CFO responsibilities. You will oversee all tax operations review and sign off on filings and provide clear financial visibility across a portfolio of companies.
This is not a 95 role it requires full ownership of the function with someone who is hands-on detail-oriented and owns outcomes end-to-end.
Key Responsibilities
Tax Leadership
- Lead and manage the full tax function across multiple entities
- Review finalize and sign off on all business and individual tax returns
- Serve as the signing CPA on filings
- Oversee and guide a team of accountants preparing returns
- Handle complex tax scenarios and client-facing matters
CFO / Financial Oversight
- Act as the personal CFO to the owner across multiple businesses
- Review financial statements (P&L balance sheets) for accuracy and completeness
- Provide clear consistent monthly financial reporting
- Track profitability cash flow and overall financial performance
- Deliver straightforward insights on where the business is making or losing money
Requirements
- CPA license required
- 810 years of tax experience (business and individual returns)
- Strong experience reviewing and signing off on tax filings
- Experience working with multiple entities or complex structures
- Strong understanding of financial statements and reporting
- High attention to detail and accountability
- Comfortable operating in a fast-paced high-volume environment
Director
About Company
Mai Placement is an executive recruitment firm specializing in placing high-level candidates across diverse industries by leveraging industry-specific expertise and an intuitive, research-backed matching process geared toward long-term success.