Tax Senior Manager

MGO; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 165,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading CPA and advisory firm as a High Net Worth Tax Senior Manager in Los Angeles. This hybrid role offers the chance to work closely with business unit partners, mentor staff, and manage multiple engagements. You will leverage your HNW tax expertise to deliver high-quality results while fostering positive client relationships. As a part of a culture rooted in human care and innovation, you will have the freedom to shape your career and contribute to meaningful projects. Enjoy a competitive compensation package and flexible work arrangements in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Progressive time-off policy

Competitive compensation and benefits package

Opportunities for career shaping

Qualifications

• 7+ years in public accounting with HNW tax expertise required.
• Proven leadership and ability to manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple engagements while mentoring staff and developing new business.
• Review engagement work papers and returns for HNW clients.

Skills

HNW tax expertise

Leadership skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Client consulting

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Master's degree

Licensed CPA

J.D., LL.M, or EA

Job description

Overview

MGO is a top 50 CPA and advisory firm of 600+ 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 High Net Worth Tax Senior Manager to join our growing HWW practice located in Century City, California.

You will work closely with the business unit partners, managing multiple engagements simultaneously; mentoring and developing staff; identifying new business development opportunities, and maintaining positive client and employee relations while producing high-quality results for the firm.

This is a Hybrid role based out of our Century City office.

Essential Functions:

• Efficiently review engagement work papers and returns for HNW clients (Estate, S-Corp, Gift, Trust, and Partnership returns).
• Exhibit superior technical competence, managerial abilities, and the ability to attract and develop new clients.
• Oversee and supervise multiple engagements in progress simultaneously in addition to other assigned staff administrative duties.
• Develop employees in both technical and management areas, providing effective feedback to partners and senior management.
• Demonstrate expertise in responding to tax authority notices and client representation, researching complex tax matters to clearly communicate findings and act as the 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 7 years’ experience in public accounting.
• HNW tax expertise, including individual, Estate, Gift, Trust, and pass-through entity experience.
• Demonstrated success in leading and motivating subordinates and the ability to plan and organize projects, especially long-term.
• Outstanding organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Ability to consult directly with clients regarding their personal, investment, and business issues.
• Ability to manage priorities and workflow and reassign as necessary.
• Proven leadership and business acumen skills.
• Ability to win the trust of your clients.
• Proven ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills.
• Good judgment with the ability to make timely and sound decisions.
• Must be located in the Los Angeles area to interface live with partners, peers, staff, and clients.

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 a 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.

Pay Range: $165,000 - $195,000