Cerity Partners

Tax Principal

Cerity Partners
Posted 10/19/2026full-timeUnited StatesLeadWebsite
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Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in tax compliance and strategic planning for high-net-worth clients, with a strong focus on mentoring and team collaboration. Proficient in technology-driven tax workflows and committed to continuous professional growth.

Highest-signal resume keywords
CPA, EA, Or JD Designation7+ Years Of ExperienceHigh-Net-Worth Client ManagementThomson Reuters ExperienceTax Compliance And Planning

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Review and sign individual and business tax returns for high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth clients nationwide
  • Lead tax planning conversations with financial advisors, presenting strategy and projections in client-facing meetings
  • Prepare and review tax projections for estimated payments, charitable strategies, retirement planning, and Roth conversions
  • Act as the dedicated tax advisor to clients and advisory teams, helping secure and deepen long-term relationships
  • Mentor junior staff and promote professional growth across the team
  • Ensure tax compliance while identifying strategic planning opportunities
  • Contribute to process improvements and refine workflow to support scalability as the Tax team grows
  • Collaborate with investment, estate, and financial planning professionals across comprehensive wealth strategy engagements

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Experience with private equity, executive compensation, high complexity K-1 activity, and multi-state filings at the individual level
  • Growth mindset – desire to improve, learn, and evolve in a high-performing team
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dense environment during tax season
  • Interest in building a long-term career with access to unique career paths and advancement opportunities
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field
  • CPA, EA, or JD designation required
  • 7+ years of experience in a similar setting
  • Proven experience working with high-net-worth individuals and family entities
  • Proficiency in technology-driven tax workflows; Thomson Reuters experience preferred
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a client-first mindset
  • Comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
  • Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Salary + highly competitive annual bonus targets
  • Incentive equity opportunities available for high performers
  • Relocation bonus available
  • Opportunities for advancement, education, and equity
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance – day 1
  • 401(k) savings and investment plan options with 4% match
  • Flexible PTO policy
  • Parental Leave
  • Financial assistance for advanced education and professional designations
  • Opportunity to give back time to local communities
  • Commuter benefits

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Hard Skills
Tax Return ReviewTax Projections PreparationCharitable StrategiesRetirement PlanningRoth ConversionsMulti-State FilingsK-1 Activity ManagementTax ComplianceProcess ImprovementWorkflow Refinement
Soft Skills
Strong Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsClient-First MindsetGrowth MindsetAbility To Manage Multiple Priorities
Tools & Technologies
Technology-Driven Tax WorkflowsThomson Reuters
Certifications & Qualifications
CPAEAJD
Industry Keywords
High-Net-Worth ClientsPrivate EquityExecutive CompensationTax PlanningWealth Strategy Engagements