Job Title - Tax Manager
Location - Torrance, CA
Job Type - Full Time
Job Description
Must Haves:
- 7+ years in Tax in public accounting
- Bulk of experience should be focused on pass through entities and high net worth individuals
- Supervises teams
- Stability in their career (No frequent job hops)
- Should be working in public accounting/business management recently (within last 2 years)
Your Role:
The Tax team in Torrance is hiring the next Tax Manager to join our dynamic group of tax professionals. This position will lead the team responsible for completing all client tax returns. The selected candidate will maintain a strong rapport with our clients and serve as a liaison between staff and Partners. This position will oversee various tax initiatives and tax planning strategies, to ensure our client’s tax returns are complete and accurate. This position will inspire and lead our tax professionals, all while performing the following duties:
Responsibilities
- Review and sign corporation, partnership, individual and trust tax returns and tax projections, including numerous multi-state returns.
- Correspond with state and federal government agencies relating to client tax notifications received.
- Provide guidance and support to tax staff and other team members with relevant tax and software questions.
- Assist with document gathering efforts for state and federal audits.
- Ensure all tax returns, extensions, and all relevant filings are completed and filed by deadlines.
- Ensure all tax planning related payments are made on time.
- Identify and research tax issues applicable to client transactions.
- Mentor staff towards the achievement of internal and personal goals.
- Attend client meetings with Partners to help build and manage client relationships.
- Work extended hours as needed.
- Other related duties as assigned.
Requirement:
- In-depth knowledge of tax concepts and regulations related to individuals, C corporations, S corporations, partnerships, estates, and trusts.
- Strong working knowledge of tax return workflow and ability to adapt.
- Ability to identify, analyze and resolve issues, perform research, and demonstrate critical thinking to implement tax advice related to new legislation and planning.
- Ability to pay attention to detail, have excellent organization skills and ability to perform under deadlines.
- Proficiency with CCH Axcess/ProSystem.
- Understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
- Competency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel and Outlook.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills a must.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills.
- Friendly and professional demeanor.
- Ability to work well with a team and pitch in when needed.
Education and Experience Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, or related business field.
- Certified Public Accountant preferred.
- 5 plus years of experience leading a team of tax professionals.
- 7 plus years of related tax experience at a public accounting firm/or family office.
- Extensive experience with real estate and partnership tax compliance and consulting preferred.
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
- Occasional, standing, walking, crouching, and lifting to 15 pounds.
- Frequent use of hands and reaching with hands and arms.
- Regular talking, hearing, seeing, and sitting.
- Moderate to the loud noise level.
- Risk of electrical shock.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $120,000.00 - $165,000.00 per year
Schedule:
Education:
Experience:
- Public accounting: 7 years (Required)
- Supervising: 5 years (Required)
- Business management: 3 years (Required)
License/Certification:
Ability to Relocate:
- Torrance, CA: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: On the road