Tax Director - #1 Business Management Firm

The number 1 Management Consultant firm based in California are upscaling their New York office, do you want to run the office?

• Are you a HNW expert looking to work with some of the biggest entertainers and celebrities in the world while leading an office on the upscale?
• Ever thought about consulting? We're Partnering with the Number 1 Management Consulting firm in the US that specialize in Entertainers and Celebrities.

Tax Director - High-Net-Worth & Entertainment New York City $200,000 - $275,000

If you are an experienced Manager or Senior Manager looking to make a step up, you are strongly encouraged to apply.

About the Firm


This is an opportunity to join one of the most distinctive practices in the country. Our client is a leading business management firm with over 600 professionals across multiple offices in Los Angeles and New York City. Their client base is unlike most - they work alongside the world's top artists in music, film, and television, as well as athletes, executives, and entrepreneurs, delivering a sophisticated, concierge-style service that goes well beyond traditional tax advisory.



The Role


Reporting to the Tax Partner, the Tax Director will take ownership of complex tax strategy, compliance, and advisory services for a high-profile client base that includes high-net-worth individuals, entertainment clients, family offices, and closely held businesses. This is a senior appointment for a technically excellent professional who is equally comfortable in front of demanding clients as they are leading a team.



Key Responsibilities


Tax Planning & Strategy Design and implement tax-saving strategies for individuals and business entities; advise on entity structure, investment decisions, and long-term financial planning.


Compliance & Review Oversee the preparation and review of federal, state, and local tax returns; ensure the practice stays current with evolving tax legislation and regulatory requirements.


Client Advisory Serve as a trusted advisor to high-net-worth individuals, entertainment clients, and family offices on significant financial decisions including acquisitions, real estate, and partnership matters. Lead and manage client engagements with a focus on tailored, high-quality service delivery.


Team Leadership Manage, mentor, and develop tax staff and managers; facilitate training and continuing education; review work product and ensure deadlines are consistently met.


Audit & Dispute Support Represent clients during IRS and state tax audits; handle complex notices, correspondence, and negotiations on their behalf.



Technical Requirements

• Partnership and S-Corporation taxation
• Multi-state taxation
• Pass-through entity tax planning and compliance
• High-net-worth individual taxation
• US foreign reporting and compliance
• Taxation of US non-resident aliens

Candidate Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field
• CPA or EA designation - required
• 7-12+ years of relevant tax experience
• Advanced technical expertise across the areas listed above
• Strong client relationship management skills
• Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to perform under tight deadlines

Software (Preferred, Not Required) CCH Axcess Tax, CCH Axcess Workflow, CCH Document, CCH Engagement, BNA Income Tax Planner