From the beginning, our goal was to establish an advisory firm that stands apart from the rest – one that is grounded in our Core Values and dedicated to creating a positive experience not just for our clients, but for our people too. We firmly believe in the strength of collaboration, enthusiasm, generosity, and perseverance as the driving forces behind our success. With advisory solutions spanning accounting and risk, technology-enabled transformation, and transactions, we partner with our clients to solve today’s challenges and deliver present and future value.

Our commitment to our people has earned us numerous awards including Inc5000's Fastest Growing Companies and Glassdoor's Best Places to Work. Explore what our employees have to say about our unique culture by clicking here.

The Tax & Compliance Manager is responsible for overseeing CrossCountry's indirect tax and compliance activities across its global operating entities. This role manages multi-jurisdictional tax compliance, supports transfer pricing initiatives, identifies tax planning opportunities, and ensures adherence to applicable domestic and international regulations. The position serves as a key partner to Finance, Operations, Accounting, and external advisors, helping the organization maintain compliance while supporting business growth and operational efficiency.

The ideal candidate will bring strong technical tax expertise, a solid accounting foundation, exceptional analytical skills, and the ability to manage multiple high-priority initiatives in a fast-paced environment.

What You'll Do:

Tax Compliance & Reporting

Manage indirect tax compliance across city, county, state, federal, and international jurisdictions, including payroll tax, sales and use tax, VAT, GST, property tax, franchise tax, and annual business license filings.
Ensure timely and accurate completion of all monthly, quarterly, and annual tax filings and reporting requirements.
Assist with the preparation and review of corporate income tax returns across multiple jurisdictions, as needed.
Monitor tax compliance obligations and proactively address emerging requirements.

Transfer Pricing

Oversee transfer pricing arrangements and ensure compliance with applicable domestic and international regulations governing intercompany transactions.
Partner with external advisors to prepare, maintain, and update transfer pricing documentation in accordance with arm's-length standards.
Review transfer pricing structures and support compliance with evolving regulatory requirements.

Tax Planning & Strategy

Monitor changes in indirect tax legislation, regulations, rulings, and case law, communicating potential business impacts to key stakeholders.
Identify opportunities to optimize the firm's global tax position while maintaining full regulatory compliance.
Collaborate with Finance and Operations leadership to assess the tax implications of business initiatives, transactions, organizational changes, and geographic expansion efforts.
Provide guidance and recommendations on indirect tax matters impacting the business.

Entity Management & Compliance

Oversee relationships with registered agent service providers for domestic and international legal entities.
Research complex indirect tax issues, develop taxability guidance for products and services, and review contractual tax provisions.
Maintain accurate records of the firm's corporate entity structure, including subsidiaries and international branch operations.
Ensure entity-level compliance requirements are tracked and completed in a timely manner.

Cross-Functional Partnership

Partner with Accounting, Finance, IT, Procurement, Payroll, and Sales Operations teams to address tax-related reporting requirements and operational impacts.
Support the implementation of new business initiatives, system integrations, and process improvements from a tax compliance perspective.
Serve as a trusted advisor on tax matters affecting business decisions and strategic initiatives.

Key Responsibilities by Reporting Cycle:

Monthly

Reconcile tax-related accounts and maintain supporting documentation for financial reporting.
Manage sales tax compliance through Avalara, including filings and payments.
Coordinate with Payroll to verify payroll tax filings and remittances.
Review and maintain tax compliance calendars and filing deadlines.
Liaise with registered agent service providers to ensure completion of annual reports and ongoing entity obligations.

Quarterly

Prepare and submit tax filings across applicable federal, state, and international jurisdictions.
Review transfer pricing arrangements and coordinate updates to intercompany agreements, as needed.
Support private equity sponsor reporting requirements, including responses to tax-related investor inquiries.

Annually

Manage preparation and filing of corporate income tax returns across all applicable jurisdictions.
Oversee year-end tax account reconciliations and provision-to-return adjustments.
Lead preparation of documentation related to annual business licenses, franchise taxes, and entity compliance requirements.
Coordinate annual transfer pricing studies and documentation updates with external advisors.
Prepare executive-level reporting summarizing tax compliance activities, key risks, and planning opportunities.

AI Utilization & Development

Contribute to the development and implementation of firm-approved AI-enabled solutions in accordance with company policies, professional standards, data protection requirements, and intellectual property guidelines.
Stay current on emerging AI technologies and identify compliant opportunities to improve efficiency, productivity, and operational effectiveness across tax and compliance processes.

What You'll Bring:

7+ years of corporate tax experience, preferably within a private equity-backed organization, professional services firm, or consulting environment.
Deep expertise in multi-jurisdictional tax compliance and reporting, including international tax requirements.
Strong knowledge of transfer pricing principles, regulations, and documentation requirements.
Exceptional organizational, project management, and prioritization skills with the ability to manage competing deadlines.
Ability to execute detailed and complex processes in a deadline-driven environment.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
Excellent communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills.
High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
Advanced proficiency with accounting ERP systems, including Sage Intacct, and Microsoft Excel.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Experience with tax compliance platforms such as Avalara.
Comfort with AI and a demonstrated ability to responsibly adopt firm-approved tools to enhance productivity and innovation.
A continuous learning mindset and interest in emerging technologies, automation, and process improvement.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
CPA or equivalent professional certification strongly preferred.

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For applicants located in Virginia, CrossCountry Consulting is required to include an estimate of the compensation range for this role. The following range takes into account a wide range of factors including but not limited to, skills, experience, education, licenses, certifications, business needs, and internal equity. An estimate of the current range is $115,000 - $155,000 per year + annual bonus + additional benefits.

Benefits Summary

The CrossCountry total rewards package includes comprehensive healthcare options, including medical, dental, and vision coverage; flexible spending accounts; and a 401(k) with company matching. Additionally, employees can take advantage of generous parental and maternity leave policies, technology stipends, and wellness reimbursement programs, all designed to support both professional growth and personal well-being. For detailed information about benefits at CrossCountry, please visit our dedicated benefits site: https://www.crosscountry-consulting.com/careers/benefits/.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

CrossCountry provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment and believes that respect and fair treatment are critical to creating a productive and inclusive workplace.

As an equal opportunity employer, CrossCountry is fully committed to comply with all federal, state, and local laws and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, pregnancy, genetics, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity or expression or any other protected characteristic. The company also complies with pay transparency and labor laws applicable to all terms and conditions of employment.

About the company

CrossCountry Consulting provides tailored advisory services for finance leaders, primarily the office of the CFO, private equity sponsors, and other corporate executives. Its offerings cover digital transformation, transaction management, and ESG standards, delivered through bespoke consulting engagements that align with each client's long-term objectives. The firm works by partnering closely with client teams to diagnose issues, design strategies, and implement solutions, using a hands-on, collaborative approach. Compared with other financial consultancies, CrossCountry stands out through highly customized engagements, a people-first culture, and a clear focus on aligning work with the client's strategic goals. The goal is to help mid-sized and large enterprises navigate financial change, improve performance, and achieve their strategic targets.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

Early VC

Total Funding

$1.5M

Headquarters

Tysons, Virginia

Founded

2011

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What believers are saying

March 2026 CNM added 200 employees and deepened West Coast office-of-CFO coverage.
July 2026 DCS brought 60-plus specialists and 175-plus Salesforce certifications.
December 2025 ZAGENO partnership proved CrossCountry sells measurable workflow savings to life sciences clients.

What critics are saying

Three acquisitions in 2026 create integration risk across culture, systems, and margins.
PE-sponsored advisory demand weakens fast when deal volume slows and fee pressure intensifies.
If AI commoditizes routine consulting, CrossCountry loses pricing power and becomes an undifferentiated staffing firm.

What makes CrossCountry Consulting unique

June 2026 leadership continuity keeps Erik Linn focused on M&A and partner recruiting.
July 2026 DCS acquisition pairs Salesforce, CPQ, and revenue operations with CFO advisory.
CrossCountry now spans finance, risk, transactions, cybersecurity, data, and AI-enabled implementation.

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Jul 2nd, 2026

CrossCountry Consulting buys Salesforce specialist Dupont Circle Solutions.

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Jun 12th, 2026

CrossCountry appoints Neil Smith and Amy Bjarnason as co-CEOs.

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Citybiz

Jun 10th, 2026

CrossCountry Consulting elevates Neil Smith and Amy Bjarnason to Co-CEOs.

CrossCountry Consulting elevates Neil Smith and Amy Bjarnason to Co-CEOs. June 10, 2026 Amy Bjarnason and Neil Smith CrossCountry Consulting has promoted Co-Presidents Neil Smith and Amy Bjarnason to Co-Chief Executive Officers, formalizing a shared leadership structure as the business advisory and technology solutions firm prepares for its next phase of growth. The appointments take effect June 15, 2026. As part of the transition, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer Erik Linn will assume the role of Executive Chairman, focusing on long-term strategy, partner recruitment, mergers and acquisitions, and market expansion initiatives. The leadership changes come as CrossCountry continues to expand its advisory and technology services platform amid growing demand from corporate clients navigating finance transformation, operational modernization, risk management and artificial intelligence adoption. "Elevating Neil and Amy to Co-CEOs is a natural progression that recognizes their outstanding leadership and collaborative dynamic," Linn said. "This structure allows us to capitalize on their complementary skillsets and diverse perspectives, leading to sharper decision-making." The move formalizes a leadership partnership that has already been operating at the center of the firm's growth strategy. Under the new structure, Smith and Bjarnason will jointly oversee firm-wide strategy and key business decisions, including continued investment in CrossCountry's AI initiatives and technology-enabled advisory services. Smith will continue leading the firm's advisory practice, overseeing the teams responsible for delivering consulting, technology and business transformation services to clients. He brings more than 25 years of consulting and advisory experience, with expertise in finance, accounting and operational transformation. Since joining CrossCountry in 2011, Smith has worked closely with Fortune 500 companies and high-growth organizations on initiatives involving finance optimization, operational efficiency and complex business change programs. Prior to CrossCountry, he held consulting positions with Arthur Andersen, Capital Advisory Services and BearingPoint. Bjarnason will continue overseeing operations while expanding her responsibilities as co-CEO. With more than 30 years of experience in consulting, finance and operational leadership, she has played a central role in building CrossCountry's organizational infrastructure and supporting the firm's expansion. Since joining the company as chief operating officer in 2011, Bjarnason has led initiatives focused on talent development, operational scalability and business platform modernization. Earlier in her career, she held leadership roles at Navigant, EY and Arthur Andersen. The co-CEO structure reflects a broader trend among professional services firms seeking to balance client-facing growth initiatives with increasingly complex operational requirements. As advisory firms expand their technology, data analytics and AI capabilities, leadership models are evolving to support both business development and enterprise execution. In his new role as executive chairman, Linn will focus on strategic priorities designed to support long-term growth. The company said his efforts will center on attracting senior-level talent, evaluating acquisition opportunities and strengthening CrossCountry's position in the advisory and technology consulting market. Headquartered in Washington, D.C., CrossCountry Consulting provides advisory and technology services across finance, accounting, risk and operations. The firm serves Fortune 500 companies, emerging growth businesses and private equity-backed organizations, helping clients address operational challenges, execute transactions and modernize business functions through data, technology and AI-enabled solutions. As organizations continue investing in digital transformation and operational efficiency, CrossCountry is positioning itself to capitalize on growing demand for advisory services that combine technical expertise with technology implementation and business execution capabilities. The leadership transition is designed to support that strategy while maintaining the firm's focus on client service, innovation and long-term growth.

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