Tax Manager - Lead Client Engagements & Tax Strategy; Hybrid

Description

NKSFB, LLC is the largest business management firm in the country, with more than 600 employees working from seven offices in the Los Angeles and New York City area. We work alongside the world’s top artists in music, film, and television, as well as athletes, executives, entrepreneurs, and other high achievers, offering a sophisticated range of concierge-style services to meet their lifestyle management needs.

Your Role:

The Tax team in Westwood 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. This position owns assigned client engagements end-to-end, managing team members, client relationships, and deadlines, while identifying technical tax issues that require Partner-level attention. 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 in compliance and thoroughly completed. This position will inspire and lead our tax professionals, all while performing the following duties:

What will you do:

• Own assigned client engagements, managing team members, client relationships, and deadlines.
• Review partnership, individual and trust tax returns and tax projections, including numerous multi-state returns.
• Step into return preparation directly when engagement needs require it.
• 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.
• 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.

What Do you Need to Succeed:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, or related business field (3.0 GPA or better).
• Certified Public Accountant or Enrolled Agent required.
• 5+ years of experience leading a team of tax professionals.
• 7+ years of related tax experience at a public accounting firm/or family office.
• 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, preferred.
• 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.

Physical Requirements:

• All NKSFB positions work in a typical, indoor office environment.

The salary range for this role is $130,000 - $160,000 and represents the firm’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant experience, qualifications, and location.

What We Offer: NKSFB is proud to provide a generous range of benefits and rewards designed to support the well-being, security, and overall…