Firm Search

Positively changing the game of recruitment within tax is part of our mission.

Tax Practices Built on Precision and Trust

Foxwood partners with accounting firms and law firms to identify and attract exceptional tax professionals and tax lawyers—from Associates and Managers to Counsel and Partners—across the United States and Canada.

We operate within the niche of tax, using a relationship-driven approach that emphasizes confidentiality, technical depth, and long-term fit.

Why Firms Choose Foxwood

  • Exclusively Tax: Corporate, international, transfer pricing, controversy/litigation, private client, indirect/SALT, provision & reporting, M&A, tax technology—our focus means we speak your language and calibrate quickly.
  • Relationship-Driven, Not Job Boards: We don’t post roles. We engage our ecosystem of trusted tax professionals—people who return our calls and value discretion.
  • Quality: Candidates vetted for technical rigor, client-service mindset, and cultural alignment.
  • Transparent & Consultative: Clear process, regular calibration, and straightforward communication—no assumptions, just thoughtful execution.

How We Work (Built for Busy Partners)

  • Ecosystem-First: We’re in constant dialogue with tax professionals, tracking openness to move and their wish-list.
  • Firm Alignment: When a firm is open to partner, we map your priorities (strategy, gaps, culture) to high-fit talent in our ecosystem—no job posting required.
  • Curated Introductions: Confidential profiles with clear rationale on technical fit and practice impact.
  • Discreet Momentum: We manage timing, confidentiality, and stakeholder buy-in with transparent updates.
  • Close & Transition: Offer strategy, references, and onboarding support to protect clients and accelerate integration.

For Tax Lawyers & Tax Professionals

Considering a move within public accounting or private practice? We’ll keep your process confidential, align opportunities to your wish-list, and support you end-to-end. Whether you’re exploring a strategic career shift or simply testing the market, we provide clear guidance, honest feedback, and access to roles that match your skills, goals, and long-term aspirations. Our team takes the time to understand what truly matters to you—from culture and workload to compensation and career trajectory—so every step forward feels intentional and informed.

testimonials

We have worked with Foxwood several times in recent years and have been impressed with how their knowledge of the tax industry has simplified our searches. They take the time to understand our needs, help us understand the recruiting environment and do a great job of identifying and short-listing quality candidates. Their tailored approach provides comfort and confidence. For senior level tax searches, we will definitely look to Foxwood again.

Nick K., Vice-President Taxation, Large Family Office

I worked with Foxwood Tax Search to help secure my Head of Tax position. I was blown away by the team’s professionalism; they had a strong knowledge of the market, worked closely with me to understand what I was looking for in a role, and strategically positioned me to succeed during every step of the hiring process after they found a position I was excited about. I highly recommend Foxwood for any executive tax hire.

Alex Manoukian, Director of Tax

It was a pleasure working with Foxwood Tax Search. Their patience, guidance, and encouragement helped me land a fantastic position. Foxwood has deep knowledge in the tax market and knew every step of the process, which positioned me for success. Resulting in a new position which advanced my career.

Erik Koenig, Director of US Tax

Foxwood was an incredible partner and I look forward to working with the firm again. Foxwood builds trust with both executive hiring managers and candidates through every interaction, ensuring no detail is missed and expectations are set. The firm presents candidates strategically with the aim of using time as effectively as possible.

Kelsey Dunn, Head of Recruiting (Forte)

Foxwood Tax Search is phenomenal- truly different from other recruiters I have encountered in the past.

Karry Cheang, Director of Tax

I worked with the Foxwood Executive Search function, and they were awesome! They took the time to understand me and my career goals. The team was able to connect me with an opportunity that I am grateful for. I specifically like that they guided me through the process and there was never a time I didn’t know the next step in the process. If you are a tax executive, you need to be in touch with Foxwood Tax Search.

Val Hurst, Senior Director of Tax

I’m extremely pleased with how quickly Foxwood was able to match my skillset and level of experience, with a role that was the perfect fit for me in terms of my career progression and growth objectives. Foxwood was very professional, knowledgeable and took the time to understand my needs and provide regular updates and feedback throughout the entire process. An outstanding overall experience!

Balina Bawa, VP of Global Tax

I was looking to hire a Director of Tax in one of our US offices and decided to work with Foxwood Tax Search as these searches tend to be difficult, and the specialization seemed like it would be a huge benefit. I was not wrong. The team at Foxwood Tax Search took the time to dig deeply to truly understand the technical details of the role and what I needed, not just what was written on a job description. They took the cultural fit we needed into account, worked well with everyone internally that was involved, and the outcome was better than I could have expected. I have now used Foxwood Tax Search again for a Tax Manager position, and again they’ve nailed it! I would highly recommend them.

David W., VP Taxation, Canadian Private Multinational

I have worked with the Foxwood Team multiple times resulting in several successful recruits, and I am impressed with the unique approach and deep level of customer service. Focusing on tax search only pays off for Foxwood as they understand the needs of a tax department, and deliver the most relevant candidates within a short time frame. For each search project, I am given no more than three candidates who are well prepared for the challenges ahead of them.

Lu Zhang, SVP Taxation and General Accounting

After several months of searching for a Tax & Compliance Specialist to join our team without success, we engaged Foxwood Tax Search. Finding the right fit was very important to us. They were very professional, explained their process, and undertook an in-depth discussion with us to comprehend the role. With a clear understanding of our requirements, they were able to make recommendations to adjust what we thought we were looking for to what we needed. Within a few weeks we had successfully made our hire. Consequently, I would highly recommend the team at Foxwood Tax Search.

David J. Alexander, CFO

My experience with Foxwood Tax Search was nothing but phenomenal. All the professionals at this organization provide their service with a high degree of integrity and professionalism, while at the same time being very personable. They went beyond their call of duty to understand what I did, my skillset and my career aspirations and connected me with an exceptional role and organization. They provided me with a lot of support to prepare me for interviews and to answer any questions or concerns I might have had at any point. If you are looking for people who care about your career and who are passionate about connecting you in with an organization that would be a perfect fit within all aspects of your life, I highly recommend Foxwood Tax Search.

Rexina L., Manager of Tax

I was looking to expand my team and engaged Foxwood Tax Search to source and screen candidates. They provided a professional experience and were fantastic to work with. Foxwood Tax Search took the time to fully understand the role that we were hiring for and the needs of the organization. This resulted in a smooth and seamless recruitment and interview process. I would not hesitate to recommend the services of Foxwood Tax Search.

Derek Chan, VP Tax

Features Of The Service

Proactive Recruiting

We are constantly recruiting and being introduced to tax professionals, and by having detailed discussions regardless of a specific position means that we get their true skill sets and desires. Meaning no “massaging” of experience to fit a specific role.

Wish List

We dive deep into understanding what our candidates truly want, what progression looks like for them, and how they define an ideal company, culture, industry, position, etc. No square pegs into round wholes—we do it the RIGHT way!

No Postings

Recruiting firms use this to bolster “their” database, not solve “your” recruitment needs. It doesn’t work, least of all within the tax community, and we refuse to do it.

Candidate Profile

We go beyond the traditional interview, and use the detail to create a comprehensive profile. Clients will know goals, strengths, weaknesses – everything. This allows you to have more meaningful conversations and helps you make the right selection. The “first” time.

Interview To Placement Ratio

We maintain one of the lowest interview to placement ratios in the industry, meaning you are not wasting your time meeting the wrong candidates before being comfortable making an offer to the “right” tax professional.

Guarantee

Talk to us about our guarantee. We do our due diligence before allowing a placement to happen, and because of that, our placements “stick” for much longer than those of other search firms.

Let’s Connect

Whether you’re strengthening a tax bench, opening a new specialty, or planning a strategic lateral, Foxwood helps you move quickly and confidently. Contact Foxwood to discuss your Firm Search needs.