Tax Partner

Tax Partner - Los Angeles, CA Full-time Public Accounting Partner-Track / Lateral We are selectively seeking a Tax Partner to join our Los Angeles practice. This is a rare opportunity for an established tax leader with a portable book of business to step into a true ownership role - shaping firm strategy, leading a world-class team, and building something significant in one of the country's most dynamic markets. Key Functions Lead and grow a significant book of business, serving as the trusted advisor to executives, business owners, family offices, and institutional clients Set the technical and strategic direction of the tax practice - establishing standards, driving innovation, and ensuring highest-quality client delivery Provide authoritative guidance on the most complex tax matters: M&A, international structuring, partnership taxation, estate and succession planning, and tax controversy Drive firm growth through aggressive business development - originating new client relationships, pursuing strategic referral partnerships, and elevating the firm's brand in the LA market Serve as a firm-wide leader and role model - mentoring Directors, Managers, and staff, and championing a culture of excellence, inclusion, and professional growth Participate in firm governance, strategic planning, and key operational decisions as a member of firm leadership Represent the firm at the highest levels - industry conferences, speaking engagements, media, and community leadership Identify and pursue merger, acquisition, and strategic alliance opportunities that strengthen the firm's market position Oversee practice-wide risk management, quality control, and regulatory compliance Qualifications 15+ years of progressive tax experience in public accounting, with demonstrated Partner or Director-level tenure Portable book of business required - strong preference for candidates with established Los Angeles area client relationships Active CPA license required; JD, LLM, or Master's in Taxation a strong plus Nationally recognized technical expertise in one or more complex tax disciplines Proven ability to originate, expand, and retain high-value client relationships at the C-suite and ownership level Visionary leadership - a track record of building and inspiring high-performing teams at scale Deep fluency in California and multi-state tax law; international tax experience preferred Strong presence in the Los Angeles professional, business, and civic communities Entrepreneurial mindset with the drive and vision to grow a practice To be considered, please apply with a resume. If you have any other questions or wish to discuss any other accounting positions, reach out to Timo Schaetze with gpac via View phone number on click.appcast.io. Resume may be confidentially sent to View email address on click.appcast.io. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award‑winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client‑focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time. #J-18808-Ljbffr