Director of Tax

$200k - $300k

ADL Search & Staffing LLC.

Santa Cruz, CA

Director of Tax
Business Management Firm | Beverly Hills Area | Hybrid
About the Opportunity

A prominent Business Management Firm serving entertainment industry professionals, executives, and high-net-worth individuals is seeking a Director of Tax to lead and expand its tax department.
This is a highly visible leadership opportunity for an accomplished tax professional who can elevate the department's standards, systems, policies, and processes while overseeing complex tax matters for sophisticated clients and closely held entities.
The position is available as part of a planned leadership transition following the retirement of a long-tenured Tax Director. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to take ownership of the tax function and may be considered for a future Partner-level path based on performance and leadership impact.

Compensation & Benefits
- $200,000 - $300,000 base salary
- Discretionary bonuses paid twice annually
- Medical, Dental & Vision insurance with significant employer contributions
- Life and disability insurance
- 401(k)
- Two weeks of vacation
- Six paid sick days
- Paid holidays
- Additional PTO based on tenure
- Potential long-term Partner track
- Hybrid work flexibility
Location: Beverly Hills Area
Schedule: Hybrid - initially 4 days in-office and 1 day remote, with the potential to transition to 3 days in-office after approximately six months

Position Overview

The Director of Tax will oversee the firm's tax department and lead its continued development into a best-in-class function. This individual will be responsible for departmental strategy, tax review, staff leadership, technical research, workflow management, compliance, and coordination with the firm's Business Managers and Partners.
The role requires a combination of deep technical tax knowledge, proven people leadership, strong operational judgment, and the ability to manage complex tax matters involving entertainment clients, high-net-worth individuals, real estate investments, private equity holdings, and related entities.

Responsibilities

Department Leadership
- Lead the firm's tax department and participate in its continued expansion.
- Establish and maintain high standards, policies, procedures, and quality controls.
- Supervise and manage Tax Managers, Senior Tax Accountants, and other tax professionals.
- Evaluate departmental staffing needs and support recruiting and team development.
- Improve workflow, review processes, and operational efficiency.
- Maintain and update tax compliance and project calendars.
- Collaborate closely with Partners and Business Management leadership.
Tax Review and Compliance
- Review complex federal, state, and local income tax filings.
- Review tax returns for:
  - High-net-worth individuals
  - C Corporations
  - S Corporations
  - Partnerships and LLCs
  - Trusts and estates
  - Other fiduciary entities
- Review quarterly estimates, tax projections, and planning calculations.
- Review year-end closeout calculations for loan-out corporations.
- Analyze payroll withholding requirements in connection with year-end projections.
- Ensure tax filings and compliance obligations are completed accurately and on time.
Tax Research and Advisory
- Analyze and respond to federal, state, and local tax notices.
- Research complex tax matters and provide practical recommendations.
- Advise on multistate and international tax issues.
- Monitor legislative and regulatory developments affecting clients.
- Educate tax and Business Management professionals on new tax laws.
- Partner with leadership on sophisticated client planning matters.
Team Development
- Coach, mentor, and develop tax professionals at all levels.
- Review staff work and provide clear, constructive feedback.
- Establish training standards and technical development programs.
- Promote accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement throughout the department.
Qualifications
- 15+ years of progressive tax experience.
- Significant experience reviewing complex high-net-worth and closely held business tax matters.
- CPA license required.
- Master's degree in Taxation, Accounting, or a related field preferred.
- Business Management Firm experience highly preferred.
- Demonstrated experience leading and supervising a tax department.
- Strong experience with:
  - Individual taxation
  - Corporate taxation
  - Partnerships and pass-through entities
  - Trusts and estates
  - Multistate taxation
  - International tax matters
  - Tax projections and quarterly estimates
  - Loan-out corporation closeouts
  - Tax notices, research, and audits
- Mastery of tax return review and accounting review.
- Experience with Datafaction and DF Imaging highly preferred.
- Strong tax technology and workflow management skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines with minimal direction.
- Strong leadership presence, professional judgment, and attention to detail.
Why This Opportunity?

This is a rare opportunity to take ownership of an established tax department within a highly respected Business Management Firm serving sophisticated entertainment and high-net-worth clients.
The incoming Director will inherit an experienced team, work directly with supportive Partners, and have the authority to improve systems, develop staff, and shape the future of the department. The role offers substantial compensation, strong benefits, hybrid flexibility, and potential advancement into firm leadership.

Interview Process
- Initial Zoom Interview with the Talent Team
- In-Person Interview with Partners
- Final Interview with Current and Senior Tax Leadership
- Offer

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