Tax Director

Building a tech-forward accounting and tax advisory firm to help founders create and preserve wealth Zhong & Sanchez is a tech-forward, full-service accounting and tax advisory firm based in the San Francisco Bay Area. We partner with founders and high-growth companies to deliver expert accounting, tax, and strategic financial guidance. We’re building a new kind of professional services firm - one where intelligent systems, forward-thinking experts, and entrepreneurial clients thrive together. As part of our rapid growth, we’re seeking an experienced Tax Director to lead and expand our tax practice. This high-impact leadership role offers the opportunity to shape the future of the firm’s tax strategy, client experience, and service innovation. Key Responsibilities Lead, scale, and innovate the firm’s tax practice with full accountability for growth, client delivery, and team performance. Deliver exceptional advisory and compliance services to entrepreneurial businesses, family offices, and high-net-worth individuals. Drive expansion through deeper client relationships, new service lines, and proactive business development. Serve as a trusted advisor, offering insight on complex tax matters and structuring opportunities. Recruit, develop, and inspire a high-performing tax team within a collaborative, growth-oriented culture. Partner with product, engineering, and leadership teams to enhance automation and digital capabilities. Leverage technology, innovation, and shared resources to deliver a modern, scalable tax platform. Qualifications Active CPA license required. 8+ years of progressive experience in business taxation—preferably within a Big 4, large national, or leading regional firm. Proven success leading complex client engagements. Exceptional relationship management and client advisory skills. Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and grow high-performing teams. Excellent communication, analytical, and organizational skills. Tech-savvy, entrepreneurial, and thrives in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment. What We Offer A leadership platform to build and scale a premier tax practice in the Silicon Valley market. Competitive compensation, annual performance bonus, and participation in an equity incentive program (stock options or profits interests) aligned with long-term growth. The infrastructure and innovation of a modern firm combined with the autonomy and culture of a boutique practice. Comprehensive benefits: health coverage, retirement plan, paid time off, and wellness programs. Ongoing career development and leadership mentorship from experienced partners. A collaborative, forward-thinking environment where your impact will shape clients, colleagues, and the future of the profession. Location This is a remote position working California PST hours, with 10% travel to work with team in-person. Compensation United States $500,000.00-$750,000.00 #J-18808-Ljbffr