Key Responsibilities
- Review and approve federal and multi-state tax returns for corporations, partnerships, individuals, and trusts
- Prepare and review tax projections and estimated payments
- Communicate with state and federal agencies regarding client notices and compliance issues
- Serve as a technical resource for team members, addressing tax questions and software issues
- Assist with compiling documentation for state and federal tax audits
- Monitor deadlines to ensure timely filing of all tax returns, extensions, and other compliance-related items
- Conduct tax research to support client transactions and planning strategies
- Mentor and develop staff, providing feedback and promoting professional growth
- Attend client meetings alongside firm leadership to support relationship management
- Participate in tax planning discussions and identify opportunities for clients
- Contribute to a team-oriented environment and assist with projects as needed
- Work extended hours during peak deadlines as required
Qualifications & Skills
- Strong technical knowledge of tax regulations for individuals, corporations (C and S), partnerships, trusts, and estates
- Familiarity with tax workflows and ability to adapt to evolving processes
- Analytical thinking, attention to detail, and the ability to interpret new tax legislation
- Proficiency in CCH Axcess/ProSystem and a solid grasp of GAAP
- Comfortable using Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook for daily tasks and analysis
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative, professional demeanor
- Ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines
Education & Experience Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related business field (minimum GPA 3.0)
- CPA designation preferred
- Minimum 7 years of tax experience in public accounting or a family office environment
- At least 5 years of experience managing or supervising a team
- Strong background in real estate and partnership tax compliance and consulting is preferred
What We Offer
- We’re committed to supporting our team with a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to promote well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. Benefits include:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
- Company-paid basic life and AD&D insurance
- Optional supplemental life and AD&D coverage
- Long-term disability insurance
- Voluntary coverage for critical illness, hospital stays, and accidents
- Access to wellness resources and health screenings
- Pet insurance options
- Generous paid time off (PTO) policy, with additional holiday time
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions and profit sharing
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What We Do
GHJ is an accounting and advisory firm that specializes in nonprofit, food and beverage, entertainment and media and health and wellness companies. Previous recipient of the Los Angeles Chamber of Commerce Employee Champion For Life Work Harmony Award and named a “Best Places to Work” by the Los Angeles Business Journal eight times since 2008, GHJ is passionate about helping clients and its people #BeMore by focusing on building thriving businesses and creating a better future. GHJ works as a business advocate for its clients — providing personalized service and building long-term relationships to help position our clients for growth. Through its affiliation with HLB International, a global network of independent professional accounting firms and business advisers, GHJ is able to partner with other top firms across major cities throughout the U.S. and the world. GHJ’s audit, tax and advisory teams leverage the HLB network to better serve its clients and give clients access to member firms in over 158 countries across the globe and over 775 offices worldwide. Also ranked as a top-20 largest accounting firm on the Los Angeles Business Journal’s Book of Lists, GHJ has 15 partners and more than 160 staff members that serve over 3,000 clients. GHJ is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), the AICPA Governmental Audit Quality Center (GAQC), the California Society of CPAs and the California Association of Nonprofits (CalNonprofit).
