Singerlewak

Tax Director

Los Angeles, California · Director

Sponsorship not specified$185k-$220kDetected 816 days ago

AccountingTaxResearchLeadershipMentoring

About the role

This job may be performed in-office or in a hybrid capacity.
SingerLewak is an affirmative action-equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring.

Performs technical tax review and approval of all tax returns and governmental tax examinations of any complexity.
Performs all tasks related to client service and sees that assignments are accomplished within budgeted time.
Assumes client service responsibility for clients the Tax Manager works directly with or clients where the responsibility is delegated from the Partner.
Delegates and manages governmental tax examinations
Maintains knowledge of general economic and political trends of possible tax or other legislation that could affect the business climate.
Prepares other reports and projects as requested from time to time by the partners.
Researches and evaluates tax preparation and tax research software for recommendation to partners.
Delegates and manages governmental tax examinations; may represent the client before the appropriate taxing authorities.

Seven to ten years' experience in public accounting, demonstrating a proven progression in tax complexity, scope, and research.
A current and valid certified public accountant's license is required.
Must be a member in good standing with the American Institute of CPAs.
Must be familiar with the qualifications of all Tax staff members for the development and instruction of their training needs.
Occasional overtime work required throughout the year.
Heavy overtime work required from January 1 to April 15, may be in excess of 55 hours per week.
At least two (2) years' experience representing clients before taxing authorities.
Minimum one (1) year experience supervising and directing work of tax preparers.
Minimum of forty hours of continuing education is required each year to maintain and develop technical and business skills.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Responsible for the development, coaching and training of senior, semi-seniors and staff accountants.
Participates in reviews and evaluations of the tax department.
SingerLewak is an affirmative action-equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

SingerLewak is a Top 100 accounting and consulting firm primarily operating in the western region.
Serving clients since 1959, SingerLewak has developed a reputation for excellence and expertise in the accounting and management consulting industry.
Providing the services of a large firm with a blended environment of practices, services and industry specializations, SingerLewak continues to demonstrate renowned industry leadership year-over-year.
Candidates in PST time zone preferred.
Bachelor's degree in accounting required, master's degree in taxation preferred.

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