Principal - Tax

Serving Clients

Serve as the primary point of contact for key clients, fostering long-term relationships.
Understand client needs and translate them into actionable strategies and solutions.
Manage client expectations, resolve escalations, and ensure consistent value delivery.
Conduct executive-level presentations and facilitate strategic discussions.
Develop and execute account strategies to increase revenue and client impact.
Oversee engagement profitability, resource utilization, and overall client portfolio health.

Requirements

• BA/BS degree in a relevant field, required, master’s degree, preferred
• Ten (10) plus years of experience in professional services, consulting, or a related field, required
• CPA certification, required for accounting Principals; and other relevant industry certifications, preferred
• Proven track record of leading client engagements and business development
• Recognized expertise in working with private equity backed portfolio companies
• Deep understanding of professional services delivery models and client lifecycle
• Experience in managing engagement budgets, expenses, and performance management
• Ability to articulate complex financial data and review significant findings
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, including ability to collaborate, influence, negotiate, and effectively coach employees and managers
• Familiarity with industry trends, regulatory environments, and competitive landscapes
• Exceptional leadership and team management capabilities
• Prominent capability to engage senior stakeholders and facilitate consensus effectively
• Demonstrated capacity to develop innovative solutions tailored to the unique challenges presented by individual clients

Qualifications

• Servant Leader – You are hyper focused on engaging employees, fostering their development, and building a positive culture.
• Solutions Focused – You see opportunities in every business problem and can develop, articulate, and implement solutions.
• Collaboration – You are a relationship builder across all levels of the organization and across all business units.
• Instills Trust - You do what you say, and you follow through on commitments, you act with integrity, you are consistent and are perceived as credible.
• Impact & Influence Thinking – You gain support for ideas, proposals, and solutions, and get others to act, with or without formal authority, to advance initiatives/objectives.

Benefits

In addition to the salary range mentioned, Sikich offers:

• A comprehensive wellness program
• A flexible time off policy
• Health, dental, vision, life, and accident/death/disability insurance options
• 401(k) with employer contributions
• Parental bonding leave program
• Employee referral bonus program
• Client referral bonus program
• Pet insurance
• FORCE – Sikich community volunteer program

Company Culture

Sikich is committed to fostering a culture where team members feel supported and valued. Key aspects include:

• Flexible work arrangements
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Recognition and reward for outstanding performance
• Strong emphasis on team collaboration and inclusivity

About Sikich

Sikich offers a variety of professional services across consulting, technology, and compliance. Our teams deliver integrated solutions grounded in deep industry experience. We strive to help our clients, teams, and communities achieve success through innovative and strategic approaches.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Sikich is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members.

Contact Information

To learn more about joining the Sikich team, visit our Careers website or Glassdoor profile.