Tax Partner/Director

Company Overview

A highly respected accounting firm with a strong presence in the Los Angeles area is seeking a Tax Senior Manager, Director, or current Partner ready to step into a Partner role immediately. The firm boasts a collaborative culture and focuses on delivering exceptional client service.

**Position Summary**

This unique opportunity offers a direct path to Partnership without the pressure of business development. You will inherit a substantial $1 million book of business, allowing you to focus on providing top-tier service to existing clients and leveraging your technical expertise in partnership and high-net-worth individual tax. The firm values work-life balance, demonstrated by their standard 36-hour, four-day workweek during non-busy seasons.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and nurture relationships with an existing portfolio of high-net-worth individual and partnership clients.
• Oversee the preparation and review of complex tax returns, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Provide expert tax consulting and planning services, tackling intricate tax matters with confidence and clarity.
• Mentor and develop a team of tax professionals, fostering an environment of growth and learning.
• Collaborate with partners and colleagues to contribute to the firm's continued success.
  
  

**Qualifications**

• Active CPA license
• 10+ years of relevant tax experience, with a strong background in real estate limited partnerships, C and S corporations, fiduciary, and high-net-worth individual tax
• Demonstrated expertise in partnership and high-net-worth individual taxation
• Strong leadership, staff management, and training abilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both with clients and colleagues
• Experience with tax preparation software (Lacerte) and research tools (BNA) is a plus
• JD or Master's degree in tax is preferred, but not required.
• Willingness to work full-time in the firm's California office. Local candidates are strongly preferred, but exceptional out-of-town candidates may be considered for relocation.
  
  

**Benefits**

• Immediate Partnership with a substantial book of business, eliminating the need for business development
• Highly competitive compensation package with a generous base salary, commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, life insurance, disability, and 401(k) with profit-sharing
• Exceptional work-life balance, featuring a 36-hour workweek during the off-season and generous PTO
• Reimbursement for professional dues and continuing education expenses
• Opportunity to join a well-respected firm that values its employees and fosters a collaborative and supportive work environment.
  
  

**Location**

This position is based in the Los Angeles area and requires full-time, in-office presence. Local candidates are strongly preferred; however, relocation may be considered for exceptional out-of-town candidates.#J-18808-Ljbffr