HNW Tax Director

MGO (Macias Gini & O'Connell LLP); Los Angeles (CA); Vor Ort; USD 100.000 - 140.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Flexible work arrangements

Competitive compensation

Progressive time off policy

Zusammenfassung

A top CPA advisory firm is seeking a Tax Director or Partner in Los Angeles, CA. The candidate should have over 10 years of public accounting experience, including 5 in management. Responsibilities include managing client engagements, mentoring staff, and identifying business development opportunities. The firm promotes a supportive culture, values work-life balance, and offers competitive compensation. This is a hybrid role requiring some travel.

Qualifikationen

• 10 years’ experience in public accounting, including 5 years in management.
• Experience in corporate or general tax.
• Demonstrated success in managing subordinates and planning projects.

Aufgaben

• Review engagement work papers and returns efficiently.
• Identify new business development opportunities.
• Oversee multiple client engagements simultaneously.

Kenntnisse

Managerial abilities

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Leadership skills

Interpersonal skills

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Master’s degree

Licensed CPA or equivalent

Jobbeschreibung

USA - Century City, CA (Hybrid)

We believe that human care comes first. Only when our talent thrives can they deliver their very best to our clients. We are honored to serve agents of change in culture‑shaping industries – including cannabis, sports and entertainment, technology and state and local government. We stay at the forefront by empowering the next generation of talent: rising leaders full of big ideas, passionate energy, and purpose to effect real change. Our inclusive culture, competitive benefits, and flexible work arrangements are designed to motivate and inspire our team members to build something special.

Overview

MGO is a top 50 CPA and advisory firm of 700+ professionals working remotely and in offices throughout the U.S. and India. Through frictionless digital tools, we address the local needs, and fuel the global ambitions, of clients in 97 countries. MGO is proud to be a “Best Place to Work” and is ranked as a leader by Accounting Today and Inside Public Accounting.

Job Details

MGO is growing and we need an experienced, motivated and dedicated generalist Tax Director or Partner with a strong background in HNW returns and 10 years’ experience in public accounting to join the team. A career in our public Tax sector will provide you with the opportunities to develop advanced technical tax research, prep and review skills in a variety of industries.

This role will partner along side staff and firm leaders to direct all operational functions of their assigned department teams. As the Director you will execute business‑line specific strategies for business development initiatives; you must be able to sell and find new business. Also responsible for directly overseeing and managing multiple engagements simultaneously, the Director will be on the front lines assisting with developing staff and identifying new business development opportunities along the way. A Director has similar responsibilities as a Partner, but without ownership. This job class requires knowledge of advanced accounting principles and industry expertise and the ability to lead a variety of business and operational functions, maintain positive client and employee relations and produce high‑quality results for the firm.

Some additional responsibilities and requirements for the Tax Director or Partner:

• This role will require travel, some overnight.

Essential Functions

• Efficiently review engagement work papers and returns for corporate client base.
• Exhibit superior technical competence, managerial abilities, and the ability to attract and develop new clients.
• Provide firm leadership through example.
• Be responsible, oversee and supervise multiple engagements in progress simultaneously in addition to other duties including some assigned staff administrative duties.
• Identify new business development opportunities and assist in growing existing client services via BD initiatives set forth by yourself.
• Develop employees in both technical and management areas in addition, provide effective feedback to partners and senior management/supervisory.
• Demonstrate an expertise in responding to tax authority notices and client representation, researching complex tax matters to clearly communicate findings and act as main point of contact for clients.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A./B.S.) in related field or equivalent; Master’s degree strongly preferred.
• Licensed CPA required or J.D., LL.M, or EA required.
• Minimum of ten years’ experience in public accounting, five of which should be in a management position.
• Industry experience in corporate or overall general tax.
• Demonstrated success in leading and motivating subordinates and ability to plan and organize projects, especially long‑term.
• Outstanding organizational, problem‑solving, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage priorities and workflow and reassign as necessary.
• Proven leadership and business acumen skills.
• Proven ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills.
• Good judgment with the ability to make timely and sound decisions.

Why Work for MGO

At MGO, we understand that our team members give their very best when they feel fully seen, valued, and supported. Whether you are a seasoned professional ready for your next leadership role, or an emerging talent ready to launch the career of your dreams, we are committed to giving you the tools and guidance to thrive in your own unique way.

What’s In It For You

• Work at the forefront: Our clients are culture shapers and mavericks breaking new ground in competitive and highly regulated industries. They expect us to deliver truly innovative solutions, built on sound accounting fundamentals, and a vision for the future. That is why we celebrate creative problem solving and seek team members with passion for what’s next.
• Culture rooted in human care: Our style of relationship development and service delivery is based on the MGO Way, 26 fundamentals that guide our workplace culture. With a focus on mutual trust, personal responsibility, and an inclusive mindset, we believe there is no limit to what we can accomplish together.
• Where you can build something: As one of the fastest‑growing firms in the nation, there is no end to the opportunities to shape a career you are passionate about. We appreciate an entrepreneurial spirit. Bring your passions, your energy and your ideas to build a meaningful experience for yourself and our clients.
• Freedom to give your best: Because you know your goals and motivations, we offer flexible work arrangements, and a progressive time off policy that helps you achieve an optimal work/life balance.
• Compensation you deserve: We are happy to fuel your passion with a competitive compensation and benefits package that rewards hard work and motivates you to go beyond.