Director, Tax

Description

The Director of Tax is responsible for overseeing all tax planning, compliance, and reporting activities for the company’s packing, farming and real estate operations. This includes both cash and accrual basis taxpayers across multiple entities and ownership structures. The successful candidate will manage a small in-house tax team, coordinate with external advisors, and serve as a strategic partner in managing risk and optimizing tax outcomes for the business and its owners.

• Ensure compliance with all applicable tax laws and filing deadlines.
• Drive continuous improvement and efficiency through the use of current tax and accounting technologies (e.g., workflow automation, data analytics tools, dashboards).
• Coordinate and manage external tax advisors, consultants, and auditors as needed.
• Supervise and mentor tax staff, ensuring ongoing development and performance.
• Work collaboratively with finance, legal, and operations teams on tax-related matters.
• Provide strategic tax planning and compliance support for estate and succession planning
• Support CFO with tax provision and financial reporting implications.
• Develop and implement tax planning strategies to support business operations and long-term goals.
• Oversee preparation and review of federal and state tax returns for corporations, partnerships, LLCs, and individuals.
• Provide tax guidance and support on business transactions, including entity restructuring, acquisitions, and real estate development activities.
• Lead and manage all tax functions for the organization including income, property, sales/use, and other applicable taxes.
• Maintain detailed knowledge of changes in tax regulations and proactively assess their impact.

Requirements

• CPA designation required.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Experience in agriculture or real estate industries a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Master’s in Taxation preferred).
• Strong experience with entity-level and individual tax compliance and planning.
• Thorough understanding of FAS 109
• Valid CA DL/Clean drivers record may be required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• 7+ years of progressive tax experience, with at least 2 years at the manager level in public accounting or a private company.
• Demonstrated expertise in both cash and accrual basis taxpayers.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance