Director of Tax
Our client, a long-standing leader in agriculture, food production, and real estate development, is seeking a Director of Tax for their headquarters in Fresno, CA. This organization offers a unique opportunity to lead tax strategy in a complex, multi-entity environment and is recognized for its commitment to innovation, integrity, and long-term growth, making this a high-impact leadership role with visibility at the executive level.
This position will oversee all tax planning, compliance, and reporting activities across multiple entities and ownership structures, while managing a small in-house tax team and partnering closely with senior leadership. You'll play a critical role in optimizing tax outcomes, supporting estate and succession planning, and advising on strategic transactions such as acquisitions and entity restructuring.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead tax planning and compliance for corporate, partnership, and individual entities.
- Develop strategies to optimize tax outcomes and support long-term business goals.
- Advise on complex transactions, including M&A and real estate development.
- Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations and manage audits.
- Mentor and manage tax staff while driving process improvements and technology adoption.
Qualifications:
- CPA required; Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance (Master's in Taxation preferred).
- 7+ years of progressive tax experience, including 2+ years in a leadership role.
- Strong technical knowledge of multi-entity structures and tax provisions.
- Background in agriculture, real estate, or related industries is highly desirable.
- Excellent communication and ability to influence at senior levels.
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