Director of Tax

Ankura

. Lead the firm's global tax function and continuously improve tax strategy, controls, and processes .

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $85,000 - $200,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in partnership taxation, including Subchapter K and K-1 reporting, while effectively managing multi-jurisdiction compliance and leading tax strategy development. Proven ability to communicate complex tax concepts clearly to diverse stakeholders and enhance tax processes within a growing organization.

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Partnership Taxation ExpertiseMulti-Jurisdiction Compliance ManagementASC 740 Tax ProvisionsCPA CertificationTax Strategy Development

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Hard Skills

Partnership ReturnsK-1 ReportingTax Provision WorkpapersTransfer Pricing ReportsTax ResearchComplex Partnership ComputationsUS International Tax ConceptsState and Local TaxesIndirect TaxesTax Audit Coordination

Soft Skills

Team PlayerProactiveClear CommunicationDetail-OrientedCalm Under Pressure

Certifications & Qualifications

CPAMSTJDLLM in Taxation

Industry Keywords

Tax StrategyTax ComplianceTax ControlsTax ProcessesFinancial Statement DisclosuresSales and Use TaxPersonal Property TaxGross Receipts TaxesTax NoticesTax Audits

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

SaltStack

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the firm's global tax function and continuously improve tax strategy, controls, and processes
Lead and develop the tax team across monthly, quarterly, and annual compliance cycles
Own tax filing and payment calendars and coordinate payments across jurisdictions
Serve as primary accountability point for tax matters and advise the CFO, partners, and PE sponsor
Maintain and scale the tax operating model as the firm grows organically and through acquisition
Prepare and review US federal, state, local, international, partnership, income tax, SALT, indirect tax, and tax provision workpapers
Manage partner listings, K-1 processes, federal and state extensions, quarterly estimates, apportionment schedules, and audit support
Prepare transfer pricing reports and coordinate official reports and financial analysis with the external tax advisor
Direct, manage, and review the external tax advisor's compliance work, returns, estimates, extensions, withholding and composite returns, and K-1s
Oversee complex partnership, international tax, depreciation, indirect tax, tax provision, and transaction-support work
Manage the external tax advisor's scope, deliverables, deadlines, budget, and engagement quality
Conduct tax research and prepare written summaries of tax consequences
Address tax notices and coordinate tax audits, including state audits
Support partners with tax certifications and proof of sales tax
Prepare budgeting, forecasting, and US government census reports with the People team
Communicate with finance leadership, the external tax advisor, auditors, and broader business stakeholders

Requirements

What you’ll need

8 or more years of progressive tax experience, ideally combining Big 4 or large regional firm experience with in-house leadership
Deep, hands-on knowledge of partnership taxation: Subchapter K, partnership returns, K-1 reporting, allocations, and partner tax distributions
Working knowledge of complex partnership computations, including Sections 704(b), 704(c), 743(b), 755, 751, and 752
Familiarity with US international tax concepts, including Subpart F, GILTI, BEAT, FDII, and foreign tax credits
Experience with ASC 740 tax provisions, including current and deferred taxes, uncertain tax positions, and financial statement disclosures
Solid grounding in state, local, and indirect taxes, including sales and use tax, personal property tax, and gross receipts taxes
Experience coordinating multi-jurisdiction compliance across US and international jurisdictions
Experience managing outsourced or co-sourced tax engagements
CPA required
An MST, JD, or LLM in taxation is a plus
Genuine team player who builds trust quickly and works well across finance and the broader business
Proactive and self-directed, comfortable taking ownership and improving processes
Comfortable overseeing and reviewing technical work prepared by others
Engaging and clear in communication, able to make complex tax matters understandable for non-tax stakeholders
Detail-oriented and calm under deadline and change pressure

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid work arrangement from an Ankura office or potentially remote
Continuous learning environment focused on skill development and career growth