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The Federal Direct Tax team within the US Firms Tax ("USFT") group of the Deloitte US Firms is responsible for analyzing and computing book-tax differences, calculating federal taxable income, and the preparation of the Deloitte US Firms' federal partnership returns. In addition, the Federal Direct Tax team prepares yearend projections, and performs tax research and analysis on certain tax planning strategies.

Recruiting for this role ends on July 17th 2026.

Work You'll Do: 

We are seeking an Associate Director to lead our Federal Direct Tax team, reporting to the Director of Domestic Tax. The Federal Direct Tax Associate Director will be responsible for collaborating with our Partner Tax Matters, International Tax, and State Direct Tax teams to coordinate the preparation and filing of our federal income tax returns. The Federal Direct Tax Associate Director will oversee the process of analyzing and computing book-tax differences, calculating taxable income, reviewing federal partnership returns, and reviewing federal partnership Schedules K-1 and K-3. They will oversee the deliverables to and from the Finance function as required throughout the year. The Federal Direct Tax Associate Director will direct the management of team resources. They will onboard, manage, and retain our staff, and drive technology transformation and process improvements. As an Associate Director leading our Federal Direct Tax team you will:

• Review and drive the preparation of partnership federal tax returns and workpapers, including Schedules K-1 and K-3 and ensure all are filed in a timely manner
• Collaborate on the production and distribution of annual partner K-1 packages to Deloitte US Firms partners
• Lead yearend tax planning in coordination with Finance and other USFT teams
• Perform tax research as necessary regarding federal tax issues affecting the Deloitte US Firms or our partners
• Work with our Indirect Tax and Partner Tax Matters teams on federal withholding information returns
• Oversee any potential federal tax audits and correspond with authorities regarding audit issues or tax notices
• Manage the federal tax compliance process, including developing and managing compliance workplan and assignments of team members
• Monitor and implement any federal tax legislation
• Provide guidance to USFT and firm leadership on federal tax issues
• Make recommendations on business and process improvements related to Deloitte US Firms tax matters

The successful candidate would possess these skills:

• Advanced knowledge of federal partnership tax compliance, tax research, and tax planning
• Ability to lead projects or workstreams
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
• Prior experience supervising tax professionals on a project or engagement basis
• Ability to mentor and provide clear guidance to others
• Ability to work independently and collaborate as part of a team
• Strong interpersonal skills and professional demeanor

The Team

Deloitte Services LP includes internal support areas such as Finance and Administration, Talent, Information Technology, Marketing and Communications, and Facilities Management. This Associate Director role is part of our internal USFT team which is a subset of our Finance and Administration group. The USFT team is responsible for setting the tax policy for the Deloitte US Firms in the US and other countries where it has operations, as well as for all the domestic and foreign compliance for the Deloitte US Firms' entities.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Taxation
• CPA, Enrolled Agent or other relevant certification
• Eight (8)+ years of experience in the federal partnership tax industry
• Proficient in Excel
• Experience with ONESOURCE Income Tax
• Ability to travel 10%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve.
• Limited immigration sponsorship may be available.

Preferred:

• Advanced degree
• Experience with operating partnerships or partnerships in the professional services industry
• Experience with SAP or other financial systems

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Deloitte, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $118,700 to $234,700

You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.

The Federal Direct Tax team within the US Firms Tax ("USFT") group of the Deloitte US Firms is responsible for analyzing and computing book-tax differences, calculating federal taxable income, and the preparation of the Deloitte US Firms' federal partnership returns. In addition, the Federal Direct Tax team prepares yearend projections, and performs tax research and analysis on certain tax planning strategies.

Recruiting for this role ends on July 17th 2026.

Work You'll Do: 

We are seeking an Associate Director to lead our Federal Direct Tax team, reporting to the Director of Domestic Tax. The Federal Direct Tax Associate Director will be responsible for collaborating with our Partner Tax Matters, International Tax, and State Direct Tax teams to coordinate the preparation and filing of our federal income tax returns. The Federal Direct Tax Associate Director will oversee the process of analyzing and computing book-tax differences, calculating taxable income, reviewing federal partnership returns, and reviewing federal partnership Schedules K-1 and K-3. They will oversee the deliverables to and from the Finance function as required throughout the year. The Federal Direct Tax Associate Director will direct the management of team resources. They will onboard, manage, and retain our staff, and drive technology transformation and process improvements. As an Associate Director leading our Federal Direct Tax team you will:

• Review and drive the preparation of partnership federal tax returns and workpapers, including Schedules K-1 and K-3 and ensure all are filed in a timely manner
• Collaborate on the production and distribution of annual partner K-1 packages to Deloitte US Firms partners
• Lead yearend tax planning in coordination with Finance and other USFT teams
• Perform tax research as necessary regarding federal tax issues affecting the Deloitte US Firms or our partners
• Work with our Indirect Tax and Partner Tax Matters teams on federal withholding information returns
• Oversee any potential federal tax audits and correspond with authorities regarding audit issues or tax notices
• Manage the federal tax compliance process, including developing and managing compliance workplan and assignments of team members
• Monitor and implement any federal tax legislation
• Provide guidance to USFT and firm leadership on federal tax issues
• Make recommendations on business and process improvements related to Deloitte US Firms tax matters

The successful candidate would possess these skills:

• Advanced knowledge of federal partnership tax compliance, tax research, and tax planning
• Ability to lead projects or workstreams
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
• Prior experience supervising tax professionals on a project or engagement basis
• Ability to mentor and provide clear guidance to others
• Ability to work independently and collaborate as part of a team
• Strong interpersonal skills and professional demeanor

The Team

Deloitte Services LP includes internal support areas such as Finance and Administration, Talent, Information Technology, Marketing and Communications, and Facilities Management. This Associate Director role is part of our internal USFT team which is a subset of our Finance and Administration group. The USFT team is responsible for setting the tax policy for the Deloitte US Firms in the US and other countries where it has operations, as well as for all the domestic and foreign compliance for the Deloitte US Firms' entities.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Taxation
• CPA, Enrolled Agent or other relevant certification
• Eight (8)+ years of experience in the federal partnership tax industry
• Proficient in Excel
• Experience with ONESOURCE Income Tax
• Ability to travel 10%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve.
• Limited immigration sponsorship may be available.

Preferred:

• Advanced degree
• Experience with operating partnerships or partnerships in the professional services industry
• Experience with SAP or other financial systems

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Deloitte, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $118,700 to $234,700

You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.