Tax Advisory Senior or Manager - Los Angeles, CA

Tax Advisory Senior Or Manager - Los Angeles, CA

The Tax Advisory Manager will provide strategic and creative solutions for complex tax issues. S/he will identify and implement tax planning opportunities and advise on opportunities and risks related to restructuring and M&A deals. Excellent research and writing skills, advanced technical skills in various tax and accounting areas, and well-developed and applied management and supervisory skills are required. The Manager makes decisions on all but the most unusual tax situations.

Essential Functions

• Provides tax consulting services to corporate and individual clients.
• Identifies and analyzes complex tax issues and provides strategic and creative solutions for various entities and their affiliates.
• Demonstrates excellence in most advanced technical skills and research and writing skills.
• Performs all tasks related to client service and sees that assignments are accomplished within budgeted time.
• Delegates and manages tax research projects and memorandums to achieve an accurate and efficient product.
• Participates actively in client meetings and tax planning efforts to assist the A&A Department with larger clients.
• Acts as a resource for tax preparers/specialists and A&A staff on specific tax issues and/or questions.
• Assumes client service responsibility for clients the Tax Manager works directly with or clients where the responsibility is delegated from the Partner.
• Communicates to the appropriate firm personnel important tax and tax developments affecting the firm's clients.
• Delegates and manages governmental tax examinations; may represent the client before the appropriate taxing authorities.
• Works to develop responsible, trained staff by assisting in recruiting, performance evaluations, development training aids, and acting as an instructor in professional development programs.
• Accurate and timely billing and collection processes are made.
• Possesses a complete knowledge of the firm's philosophy and its opinions on tax matters.
• Maintains knowledge of general economic and political trends of possible tax or other legislation that could affect the business climate.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrated knowledge of current tax laws.
• Proficiency in computer tax research and/or tax planning software programs.
• Ability to organize work and projects, prioritize and meet deadlines. Ability to complete work in an efficient and accurate manner.
• Ability to reason and effectively multi-task.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Responsible for developing, coaching, training Supervising Seniors, Seniors, Semi-seniors, and Staff accountants.
• Must be familiar with the qualifications of all Tax staff members for the development and instruction of their training needs.
• Participates in reviews and evaluations of the Tax

Working Conditions

• Occasional same-day travel for work at client's offices, meetings, and seminars using a personal vehicle.
• Occasional out-of-town travel with overnight stay for work at clients, meetings, or seminars using a personal vehicle.
• Minimal General office working conditions.

Minimum Qualifications:

• At least five (2) to seven (7) years of experience in public accounting, demonstrating a proven progression in tax complexity, scope, and research.
• Minimum one (1) year of experience supervising and directing work of
• Bachelor's degree in accounting or Juris Doctor degree required; Masters/LLM in accounting or taxation preferred.
• A minimum of forty (40) hours of continuing education is required each year to maintain and develop technical and business skills.
• Must have a valid drivers

Success Factors:

• Participates in career development programs to improve managerial, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Outstanding oral and written communication
• Excellent interpersonal
• Respects and embraces diversity; looks to build a One-Firm team spirit among

Health

• Comprehensive 401(k) matching program.
• Choice of HMO or PPO medical plans available.
• Generous discounts are available under some plans for drugs and/or eye prescriptions.
• Comprehensive vision plans are available.
• A choice of HMO or PPO dental plans.
• Funded life insurance plans covering death/dismemberment. Additional coverage is available for purchase.
• Flex spending plans are available.
• Gym membership subsidy.

Happiness

• Casual dress environment.
• Substantial professional development through ongoing training (an accredited employer with the AICPA and the ACCA).
• A training department is dedicated to all your learning & CPE continuation needs.
• Subsidized CPA examination fees & spot bonus.
• Paid time off to study for the CPA.
• Competitive compensation packages.
• Generous paid time off policies.
• Diverse client base to inspire and challenge you.
• Mentorship opportunities through our resource group and buddy systems.

Beyond

• Bonus payments for client or employee referrals
• Targeted kudos program providing firmwide employee recognition and financial rewards
• Discounted movie tickets
• Structured volunteer and community care program through a dedicated company program
• A generational task force that welcomes ideas and suggestions to enhance the workplace
• Structured internship programs to guide future college graduates
• Partner & director attendance at local college recruiting and class events

Benefits List

• 401(k)
• HMO or PPO Medical
• Drugs Discount Plans
• Vision Plans
• HMO or PPO Dental
• Life Insurance
• Flex-spending
• Gym Membership
• Casual dress
• Professional Development
• CPE continuation training
• CPA exam fees & spot bonus
• Paid time off to study CPA
• Competitive compensation
• Generous PTO
• Diverse client base
• Mentorship opportunities
• Client or employee referrals bonuses
• Employee recognition and financial rewards
• Discounted movie tickets
• Welcomes ideas and suggestions to enhance the workplace

This Job Description Does Not List All the Duties of the Job. Partners or Peers May Ask You To Perform Or Assist In Performing, Other Instructions And Duties. You Will Be Evaluated In Part Based Upon Your Performance Of The Tasks Listed In This Job Description.