Tax Manager

Tax Manager

Gelfand, Rennert & Feldman is seeking a Tax Manager to join our team of dedicated professionals. The Tax Manager is responsible for overseeing all financial and tax aspects related to assigned client accounts.

This position can be based out of the following locations on a hybrid basis: Encino, CA, Century City, CA, Chicago, IL, New York, NY, White Plains, NY, or Nashville, TN. The hybrid work arrangement may be adjusted or altered to fill the needs of the role, including potentially working in-office for 3+ days per week.

Primary Responsibilities

• Supervise and train assigned Staff Accountants and Account Managers
• Review and possibly prepare moderate to complex, multi-state tax returns (individual, S corporation, C corporation, partnership, estate, and an emphasis on trusts)
• Stay abreast of changing state and federal laws, policies, and economic/political climate which may affect clients' finances
• Supervise and review Staff Accountant's and/or Senior Staff Accountant's preparation of moderately complex tax returns
• Conduct tax research and multi-jurisdictional planning, and foreign touring clearances
• Review financial reports that may include net worth statements, cash flow schedules, meeting packages, budgets, investment analysis, tour reconciliations, etc.
• Communication with clients and client representatives via phones, email, and in-person meetings
• Act as a coach and trainer to develop staff members into efficient and effective client team members, and address performance issues and concerns as needed
• Assist Managing Director in identifying and onboarding prospective clients
• Support Account Managers to provide highest level of customer service by assisting with contracts, budgeting, home purchases, tours, and year-end
• Other projects and duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with at least 4+ years of experience with multi-state tax returns, with an emphasis on trusts (in addition to individual, S corporation, C corporation, partnership, and estate)
• Master's Degree, CPA and/or 6+ years in a similar role is highly preferred
• Basic understanding of AgilLink is highly preferred
• Familiarity with CCH Axcess required
• Proven knowledge of auditing standards, procedures, laws and rule/regulations
• Sense of urgency and demonstrated ability to follow through
• Commitment to professionalism and accuracy
• Strong interpersonal skills to create and maintain a trusting relationship with staff and clients
• Prior exposure to royalties, touring services, music publishing and record label administration is highly preferred

The annualized base pay range for this role is expected to be between $135,000 - $175,000. Actual base pay could vary based on factors including but not limited to experience, subject matter expertise, geographic location where work will be performed, and the applicant's skill set. The base pay is just one component of the total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include an annual bonus and a comprehensive benefits package. Candidate information, including education and work experience, is verified upon an offer of employment. Falsification of application information may be grounds for denying employment.

Gelfand, Rennert & Feldman is an Equal Opportunity Employer.