Tax Director - Encino

Tax Director Our Tax team is looking for an experienced tax professional to take on the role of Tax Director at our Encino office. The ideal candidate is ready to hit the ground running, innovative, and eager to drive change. This individual will provide tax guidance to the business, serving as a key partner in the success of the tax presence at the firm. Your Role Your responsibilities will include: Providing leadership, management, strategic guidance, mentoring, training, and technical expertise to a team of tax professionals across the firm’s platform. Serving as a key stakeholder in all tax-related business needs, collaborating with Executives and Partners regularly and as needed. Partnering with clients and stakeholders firmwide to outline business objectives and provide actionable tax advice and goals. Developing key strategies and implementing solutions to complex taxation issues, driving progressive changes that positively impact the business needs. Providing clear and concise tax guidance, optimizing internal business functionality and client experience. Reviewing and signing corporate, partnership, individual, and trust tax returns and tax projections, including numerous multi‑state returns. What Do you Need to Succeed 10 or more years of current federal tax consulting and/or tax compliance work experience in a public accounting firm or a professional services firm. 5 plus years of experience leading a tax practice. Ability to direct a department at a public accounting firm with tax management in all facets of tax services, including compliance, human capital services, federal tax services, international tax services, state and local tax services, private wealth services, tax reporting and advisory, partnership taxation, not‑for‑profit tax, and mergers & acquisition tax services. Knowledge of domestic and international accounting and tax guidelines/standards. Ability to identify and analyze complex taxation issues and problem‑solve/implement solutions. In‑depth knowledge of tax concepts and regulations related to individuals, C corporations, S corporations, partnerships, estates and trusts. Proficiency in US GAAP, state tax compliance, partnership returns, joint venture and non‑corporate entity tax returns, and combined state tax returns. Ability to work additional hours as needed and travel to various firm sites as requested. Advanced tax software experience, including knowledge of various tax software packages and technologies. Education and Experience Requirements Bachelor’s degree required in Accounting or a related field. Master’s degree preferred. CPA or JD/active law license required. Physical Demands and Work Environment Occasional standing, walking, crouching, and regular lifting up to 15 pounds. Frequent use of hands and reaching with hands and arms. Regularly talking, hearing, seeing, and sitting. Low to moderate to loud noise level. Risk of electrical shock. Salary Range The salary range for this role is $200,000 – $275,000 and represents the firm’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent upon a number of factors, including but not limited to the candidate’s relevant experience, qualifications, and location. What We Offer Medical, Dental and Vision coverage Flexible Spending Account Basic Life and AD&D Voluntary Life and AD&D Long Term Disability Voluntary Critical Illness and Cancer, Hospital Indemnity and Accident Coverage Genetic Screening and Cancer Support Pet Insurance Accrue 20 PTO days annually 401k, Match and Profit Sharing Plan 10 Paid Holidays and 1 Floating Holiday In addition to the job duties listed, employees may also perform other duties as assigned. NKSFB, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion. If you’re a qualified candidate with a disability and you need a reasonable accommodation in order to apply for this position, please contact us at staffing@nksfb.com. #J-18808-Ljbffr