Tax Director

Ranked among the largest accounting and consulting firms in the country and consistently a Great Place to Work, Cherry Bekaert delivers innovative advisory, assurance, and tax services to clients.

About the role

The Tax Director will support the Torrance, CA market by managing and overseeing clients' tax compliance needs, anticipating tax and business issues, and recognizing tax planning opportunities. This role includes managing workflows, deadlines, deliverables, client communications, and training and developing professional staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to the team, including coaching, mentoring, and professional development or oversight of a department.
• Responsible for providing performance feedback on a regular basis.
• Execute a strategy and plans to grow a practice through expansion of services to existing clients and obtaining new clients.
• Communicate and consult effectively with clients to gather information, explain tax concepts, and resolve any issues or concerns.
• Solve problems for middle-market clients.
• Manage engagements and provide knowledgeable review of complex individual and partnership returns.
• Build and serve partnerships and high net-worth individuals with estate, gift, and trust tax planning and compliance needs.
• Consult with clients on tax planning to minimize tax liabilities and maximize financial opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable tax laws and regulations.
• Maintain accurate and organized records of client transactions and tax documents.
• Stay updated on changes in tax laws and regulations that may impact clients.
• Participate in professional development opportunities to enhance technical skills and industry knowledge.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting; Master's preferred.
• Must be CPA certified with an active CPA license.
• 10+ years of experience in business taxation working for a Big 4, large national, or regional accounting firm.
• Strong background and understanding of C and S Corporations, LLCs, and Partnerships.
• Demonstrated background in working with pass-through entity taxation, particularly with partnerships.
• Knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control principles including GAAP.
• Knowledge of federal and state regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to motivate and empower people and teams.
• Great client service with uncompromising integrity.
• Strong technical and communication skills to coordinate with peers, managers, and clients.
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent project management abilities with superior organizational skills.
• Proficiency with personal computers including spreadsheet software programs.

Benefits

Cherry Bekaert offers a comprehensive, high-quality benefits program which includes:

• Annual bonus
• Medical, dental, and vision care
• Disability and life insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Retirement plans
• Paid Care Leave
• Other programs dedicated to enhancing your personal and work life and providing financial protection for you and your family.

Pay

Salary range: $167,000 - $290,000. Individual salaries within this range are determined by factors including the role, function, associated responsibilities, work experience, education, knowledge, skills, and geographic location.

About Cherry Bekaert

Cherry Bekaert, ranked among the largest assurance, tax, and advisory firms in the U.S., serves clients across industries in all 50 U.S. states and internationally. The firm fosters a collaborative environment focused on career growth and continuous professional development.