Job Description
# Corporate Tax Senior Manager
- *Location:** Los Angeles, CA
- *Work Type:** Hybrid (3 days minimum in office or at client, effective March 2026)
- *Salary:** $164,200 - $246,200/yr
- *Employment Type:** Permanent
- *Category:** Accounting / Finance
## Position Overview
Our Client, a leading Accounting/Finance organization, seeks an experienced Corporate Tax Senior Manager to join our Corporate Tax Solutions team in Los Angeles. In this role, you will lead business income tax planning, corporate compliance, and ASC 740 income tax accounting projects while managing client relationships and mentoring tax professionals. The Senior Manager position represents the primary pathway to Partner or Managing Director advancement within the firm.
## Key Responsibilities
**Client Service & Leadership**
- Supervise multiple client service teams on corporate tax engagements across diverse industries
- Plan, execute, direct, and complete complex tax projects with strategic insights and innovative solutions
- Serve as the primary service contact, maintaining strong client relationships and collaborating with all organizational levels
- Develop deep understanding of client operations, objectives, and business processes to inform tax strategy
**Technical Expertise**
- Provide expert tax planning, consulting, and compliance services focused on corporate income tax and ASC 740 accounting
- Conduct primary and secondary review of complex tax returns, identifying accuracy improvements and tax savings opportunities
- Review and oversee ASC 740 income tax provision engagements
- Research and consult on sophisticated tax matters including state/local income taxes, international taxation, and transfer pricing
**Business Development & Growth**
- Identify and pursue opportunities to expand services to existing and potential clients
- Achieve sales and revenue targets through strategic business development activities
- Participate in professional industry events and community engagement to enhance personal and firm brand
- Leverage external network to support firm profitability and growth
**Team Development & Management**
- Manage, train, develop, and mentor staff on tax engagements
- Conduct performance assessments and year-end reviews
- Manage engagement fundamentals including realization, utilization, leverage, accounts receivable, and expenses
**Professional Standards**
- Attend regular professional development and training sessions
- Maintain the highest standards of professional conduct and client confidentiality
- Travel as needed to support client engagements
## Required Qualifications
- **Licensure:** CPA or active JD/attorney license (REQUIRED)
- **Experience:** Minimum 5-7 years of progressive corporate tax compliance and/or tax consulting experience
- **Technical Skills:** Strong ASC 740 Accounting for Income Taxes expertise
- **Education:** Bachelor's degree in Accounting; Master's degree in Taxation, LLM in Taxation, or JD preferred
- **Core Competencies:**
- Advanced knowledge of US GAAP and corporate income tax laws and regulations
- Expertise in statutory income tax compliance and consulting
- Proficiency in state and local income tax matters
- Understanding of international taxation and transfer pricing concepts
- Exceptional analytical and technical skills
- Outstanding client service and communication abilities
- Strong interpersonal and presentation skills
- Detail-oriented with excellent teamwork capabilities
## Preferred Qualifications
- Public accounting or professional services experience with top 20 accounting firms
- Proficiency with OneSource Tax Provision (OTP/OIT) software
- Demonstrated career stability and progression
- Varied industry experience
## Work Environment
- Hybrid arrangement with minimum 3 days per week in office or at client location (effective March 2026)
- Access to cutting-edge tools, technology, training, and collaborative support
- Regional relocation considered
- Visa sponsorship available
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*Our Client is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are an equal opportunity employer.*
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SCREENING QUESTIONS:
- Can you walk us through your experience with ASC 740 income tax accounting? Have you primarily focused on tax provision preparation, audit support, or both, and which do you consider your strongest area?
- Tell us about your experience managing client engagements and leading tax teams. How have you handled situations where you had to supervise multiple concurrent projects across different industries?
- What is your experience with OneSource Tax Provision software (OTP/OIT), and how proficient would you rate yourself? Have you worked with other tax provision platforms?
- Can you describe a complex tax planning or consulting engagement you led that resulted in significant tax savings or strategic value for a client? What was your role in the project outcome?
- Your background suggests experience in [mention their firm/experience level] â what drew you to consider this opportunity with a leading Accounting/Finance organization, and what are your career aspirations regarding the path to Partner or Managing Director?
- How would you approach building and maintaining a book of business in the Los Angeles market? Can you share an example of how you've successfully identified and won new service opportunities with existing or prospective clients?
- This role requires collaboration with specialists and our National Tax Office on complex matters. Describe your experience working across different functional areas and geographic locations to solve multi-faceted tax issues.
Job Tags
Permanent employment, Work at office, Local area, Relocation, Visa sponsorship, 3 days per week