Tax Director (HNW) (Los Angeles)

Overview

Tax Director (HNW)

USA: Los Angeles, CA (Hybrid)

At MGO , human care comes first. When our people thrive, they deliver exceptional outcomes for clients shaping culture across cannabis, sports and entertainment, technology, and government. With 500+ professionals across the U.S. and India, MGO is a nationally recognized CPA and advisory firm and proud “Best Place to Work.”

The Opportunity:

MGO is seeking an experienced Tax Director with expertise in high-net-worth-individuals (HNWI) to lead complex tax engagements and drive growth within our tax practice. This role is ideal for a seasoned public accounting professional with deep expertise in high-net-worth individual and general corporate tax, strong leadership capabilities, and a proven ability to develop client relationships. Directors operate at a Partner-equivalent level, without equity, and are expected to contribute meaningfully to firm strategy and business development. At MGO, you’ll find flexibility, meaningful career growth, and the opportunity to help build what’s next.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and review complex HNW individual, corporate, and general tax engagements
• Serve as primary client advisor and representative on advanced tax matters and notices
• Oversee multiple engagements simultaneously, ensuring quality, timeliness, and profitability
• Mentor, develop, and evaluate professionals across technical and leadership competencies
• Drive business development initiatives, identify new opportunities, and expand existing client relationships
• Provide firm leadership through example, collaboration, and accountability

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s strongly preferred
• CPA required
• 10+ years of public accounting experience, including 5+ years in a leadership role
• Demonstrated success in client development, staff leadership, and managing complex engagements
• Strong technical, analytical, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to travel, including overnight, as needed

Compensation:

• Director: $170,000 – $230,000 + Additional earnings potential based on performance