New

Deputy Tax Director

Vaco
$200,000.00 - $250,000.00 / yr
401(k), retirement plan
United States, Texas, Dallas
Jan 19, 2026
Assistant Tax Director Dallas, TX -Hybrid (2-3 days onsite) Vaco is partnering with one of our long-time global, PE-backed asset management clients in an effort to onboard a highly analytical Assistant Tax Director to supervise a lean team responsible for managing the companies tax structure, compliance, planning and partnerships. This is a newly created position designed with a succession plan in mind to eventually take over as Tax Director. Looking to elevate this role as both a strategic partner to the CFO/COO as well as a working manager that can get in the weeds if needed. Vaco has placed several folks in the organization this last year and we've received great feedback on company culture and leadership. Company offers flexible scheduling, stability and growth in a very challenging year, central location in a luxury building with tons of amenities, and a company-granted week off between Christmas and New Years. Compensation: $200-250K + Bonus Key Responsibilities Oversee and manage federal, state, and local tax compliance for partnerships and related entities Review and approve complex partnership returns, K-1s, and supporting workpapers Coordinate with external tax advisors and auditors to ensure timely filings and issue resolution Monitor changes in tax laws and regulations and assess impacts to the organization Lead the preparation and review of income tax provisions in accordance with ASC 740 Ensure accurate calculation of current and deferred taxes, uncertain tax positions, and effective tax rate analysis Partner with accounting and finance teams to ensure proper tax treatment in financial statements Manage partnership tax allocations, capital account maintenance, and complex ownership structures Review and analyze partnership agreements to ensure correct tax reporting and allocations Support fund-level tax reporting, including investor reporting and coordination with fund administrators Advise internal stakeholders on tax implications of transactions, restructurings, and new investments Vaco provides expert consulting, permanent placement, executive search, managed services, and strategic staffing solutions for companies around the world, in the areas of accounting, finance, technology, healthcare, operations and more. As a premier talent solutions firm, Vaco connects people to their dream jobs and helps leading companies find talent to grow their business. Please let us know if we can help you with this, or another role, for your next step in your career! ========================= Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual's skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's 401(k) retirement plan. 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