Senior Tax Manager

The Hiring Advisors; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A private equity firm in El Segundo seeks a Tax Manager to oversee U.S. and international tax compliance within a complex investment platform. This critical role is perfect for a CPA with 5+ years of experience, especially those from Big 4 backgrounds. The Tax Manager will partner directly with senior finance leaders, manage compliance for funds and investments, and have substantial autonomy in tax operations. Strong communication skills and a detail-oriented approach are essential to thrive in this fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of tax experience, ideally a mix of Big 4 public accounting and private equity.
• Strong background in partnership tax and foreign investor compliance.
• Proficient in Excel and able to manage large data sets.

Responsibilities

• Lead all U.S. federal, state, local, and international tax compliance.
• Manage portfolio company K-1 collection and investor reporting.
• Identify opportunities to improve workflows and automation.

Skills

Tax Compliance

Partnership Tax Background

Advanced Excel Skills

Strong Communication Skills

Detail-Oriented

Education

Active CPA License

Job description

Overview

CPA Required | Big 4 Background Strongly Preferred

If you’re a tax professional who likes to own the full tax picture, not just a slice of it, this is the kind of role that doesn’t open up often.

We’re partnering with a well-established, growth-oriented private equity firm seeking a Tax Manager to step in as the go-to tax leader for a complex investment platform. This role sits close to senior leadership, offers broad visibility across funds and investments, and is ideal for someone ready to move beyond pure compliance into a more strategic, hands-on seat.

Why This Role Stands Out

• True “everything tax” ownership across funds, entities, and investors
• Direct partnership with senior finance leadership
• Exposure to domestic, international, and investor-level tax matters
• Opportunity to streamline processes and modernize tax operations
• Ideal next step for a Big 4 CPA moving into private equity

What You’ll Be Responsible For

Tax Compliance & Oversight

• Lead all U.S. federal, state, local, and international tax compliance across funds, investment vehicles, holding entities, and the management company
• Coordinate closely with external tax advisors to ensure accurate and timely filings
• Oversee the full cycle of partnership tax reporting, including investor K-1s and related filings

Private Equity & Investor Tax Matters

• Manage portfolio company K-1 collection and investor reporting
• Oversee FATCA compliance, FBARs, 1042s, 1099s, and related filings
• Review withholding documentation for non-U.S. investors and ensure proper tax treatment on distributions
• Support non-U.S. tax reporting and foreign investor compliance

Estimates, Allocations & Reporting

• Prepare and review quarterly and annual tax estimates
• Maintain tax basis calculations, allocation schedules, and distribution waterfalls
• Support holding company financial statements from a tax perspective
• Track PTP-related requirements and reporting

Process Improvement & Partnership

• Serve as the primary point of contact for tax service providers
• Identify opportunities to improve workflows, automation, and documentation
• Support the broader finance team on tax-related initiatives as the platform evolves

What We’re Looking For

• Active CPA license
• 5+ years of tax experience, ideally a mix of Big 4 public accounting and private equity and/or investment management
• Strong partnership tax background (pass-through entities required)
• Experience with foreign investors, non-U.S. reporting, and complex fund structures
• Advanced Excel skills and comfort working with large data sets
• Detail-oriented, highly organized, and comfortable working independently
• Strong communication skills and the discretion to operate in a confidential environment
• Curious mindset with an interest in technology, automation, and process improvement

This role is a great fit for someone who:

• Enjoys being the tax subject-matter expert, not just a reviewer
• Wants broader exposure than traditional public accounting offers
• Thrives in a fast-paced, deal-driven environment
• Is ready to step into a visible role with real ownership and influence

If you’re a Big 4–trained CPA in the South Bay looking to deepen your private equity experience and own the tax function end to end, let’s talk.

Confidential inquiries welcome. Reach out to [e-mail] to learn more.