- Salary
- $140k – $200k
- Location
- Torrance
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Finance
- Seniority
- Manager
- Experience
- 8+ years
- Education
- Master
- Closing date
- Today
- Source
- CareersPage
Description
**Position Overview**
We are seeking an accomplished Senior Manager in Corporate Tax to lead our corporate tax practice. This senior-level role offers strategic influence, thought leadership, and the opportunity to shape our tax advisory direction while managing a portfolio of key clients. You will drive client strategy, oversee complex engagements, mentor managers and staff, and leverage our alliance network for sophisticated tax solutions.
**Key Responsibilities**
* Lead and direct corporate tax engagements; oversee planning, execution, and delivery of tax advisory services.
* Manage relationships with key clients; identify upsell opportunities and drive business development.
* Develop innovative tax strategies for complex situations; provide executive-level tax advice to business leaders.
* Supervise and mentor managers, senior staff, and junior professionals; foster a culture of excellence and professional growth.
* Conduct high-level tax research and analysis; provide thought leadership on emerging tax issues.
* Collaborate with and coordinate alliance partners on complex, specialized, or cross-border tax matters.
* Represent the firm at industry events and with clients; contribute to firm strategy and practice development.
* Travel to client sites and branch offices as needed (approximately 3–4 times annually).
**Qualifications & Experience**
* Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA required.
* Minimum 8+ years of corporate tax experience.
* Fluent in both Japanese and English
* Extensive expertise in corporate tax strategy, planning, compliance, and advisory services.
* Proven track record of managing large, complex engagements and leading high-performing teams.
* Strong technical mastery of federal and state tax law; experience with mid-market and upper-market clients.
* Excellent client relationship and business development skills.
* Proficiency with tax software, MS Office, and enterprise accounting systems.
**Preferred Qualifications**
* Big 4 or national accounting firm background.
* Partnership-track experience or equivalent leadership position.
* Tax audit, IRS representation, or controversy experience.
* Advanced degree (Master's in Taxation, MBA, or similar).
* Experience managing tax practice operations or P&L responsibility.
**Compensation & Work Arrangement**
* Salary: $140,000–$200,000 (commensurate with experience and background).
* Full remote work option; relocation not required.
* Preferred locations: Los Angeles, New York, Indianapolis, or Dallas (commutable distance to office); other locations considered.
* Core hours: 10:00 AM–3:00 PM; full-time employment (8 hours/day) with flexible scheduling.
* Travel: Occasional (3–4 times annually) to client sites and branch offices.
**Why Join Us**
* **Strategic Role**: Influence practice direction and client strategy .
* **Balanced Lifestyle**: Manageable workload with no mandatory billable hour minimums; flexibility for personal needs.
* **Strong Partnerships**: Formal alliance with access to national expertise and resources.
* **Manageable Portfolio**: Curated client base; deeper, more meaningful business relationships.
* **Leadership Opportunity**: Lead and develop talented teams in a collaborative, growth-focused environment.
* **Professional Impact**: Shape the firm's tax practice and contribute to long-term strategy.
