Manager, Emerging Growth

Role Description

KBF is currently seeking a Manager to join our Emerging Growth team. The KBF Emerging Growth Tax group is focused on delivering strategic tax advisory and planning services to high-growth, venture-backed, and entrepreneurial companies, helping founders navigate complex and evolving business needs. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise, a client-focused mindset, and experience partnering with dynamic businesses in a fast-paced environment.

• Serve as a trusted tax advisor to emerging growth companies across the full startup lifecycle—from formation and equity compensation through fundraising, R&D credits, scaling, and exit—while overseeing and reviewing related tax engagements for corporations and partnerships.
• Identify cross-selling opportunities across the firm, including R&D credits, QSBS (Section 1202), and entity structuring, while collaborating with sales tax compliance and consulting teams and supporting buy-side and sell-side tax due diligence and broader M&A transaction advisory services.
• Provide proactive tax planning and advisory services to venture-backed and high-growth companies.
• Review federal and multi-state tax returns for accuracy and completeness.
• Research complex tax issues and prepare clear, concise technical memoranda.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients and build strong, trusted relationships.
• Collaborate with internal teams across federal, state, and international tax matters.
• Mentor and develop associates and senior staff, supporting team growth and engagement.
• Assist with tax controversy matters, including responding to notices and supporting audits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field (Master’s preferred).
• CPA license.
• Minimum 5-7 years of public accounting experience in tax.
• Strong experience with corporate and/or partnership taxation.
• Demonstrated motivation, adaptability, and strong communication skills with a high level of professionalism.
• Experience working with startups, SaaS companies, or venture-backed businesses.
• Experience/willingness to leverage AI tools and LLMs (e.g., Claude, ChatGPT, Copilot, Bloomberg AI) for tax research, memo drafting, and data analysis.
• Proficiency in tax software including GoSystem and OIT.
• Familiarity with Equity compensation (ISOs, NSOs), Section 1202 (Qualified Small Business Stock), R&D tax credits, Multi-state tax considerations, ASC 740, Section 174 capitalization, sales tax/indirect tax, and buy-side/sell-side M&A due diligence.
• Proven ability to manage multiple engagements (and deadlines both independently and as a team).
• Eligibility to work in the U.S.
• Remote (U.S.) or hybrid from one of our office locations: Irvine or San Diego, CA; Lake Oswego, OR; Las Vegas, NV; or Seattle, WA.

Requirements

• The salary range for this position reflects various factors that influence compensation decisions, such as skills, experience, training, certifications, licensure, geographic location, and other organizational requirements.
• The estimated current salary range for this role is $125,000 to $165,000.

Benefits

• Comprehensive range of quality benefits, including medical, dental, 401(k), pension, and equity programs.
• Unique opportunity to work directly with founders and leadership teams, gaining exposure across the full startup lifecycle—from formation through exit.
• Clear path for professional growth and advancement.
• Benefits designed to support your health, protect your family, and enhance your overall quality of life.