Full-Time

Core Tax Manager

GHJ

GHJ

1,001-5,000 employees

Accounting and advisory for nonprofit sectors

Compensation Overview

$135k - $170k/yr

Los Angeles, CA, USA

Hybrid

Hybrid role; on-site in Los Angeles, CA.

Category
Accounting (1)
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, or related equivalent
  • CPA certification
  • 5+ years of experience in tax at a public accounting firm or equivalent
  • Minimum of 40 hours of continuing education is required each year to maintain and develop technical and business skills, as well as to maintain license requirements
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Demonstrate leadership and supervisory skills
  • Strong interpersonal skills, including proven experience liaising with clients
  • Self-starter with the ability to work independently and use good judgment
Responsibilities
  • The Tax Manager is responsible for the efficient, accurate, complete, and timely preparation of all clients’ tax returns whether prepared personally or by supervision of others. Advanced technical skills in a variety of tax and accounting areas, along with well-developed and applied management and supervisory skills are required. The Tax Manager may have input on any tax issue presented.
  • Performs technical tax review and approval of all tax returns and governmental tax examinations of any complexity.
  • Assumes full responsibility for larger tax returns and delegates to the various tax preparer as deemed necessary.
  • Delegates, manages, and performs tax research projects to achieve an accurate and efficient product.
  • Participates actively in client meetings and tax planning efforts to assist the Auditing and Accounting Department w/ larger clients.
  • Acts as a resource for tax preparer/specialists and A&A staff on specific tax issues and/or questions.
  • Coordinates with M&A, SALT, and ITS tax specialty teams on projects to deliver an accurate and efficient product.
  • Assists and supervises tax preparer with the more complex business returns.
  • Assumes client service responsibility for clients the tax manager works directly with or clients where the responsibility is delegated from the partner.
  • Communicates to the appropriate firm personnel important tax and tax developments affecting the firm’s clients.
  • Maintains familiarity with qualifications of all tax staff members; reviews staff assignments for appropriateness.
  • Works to develop responsible, trained staff by assisting in recruiting, performance evaluations, developing training aids, and acting as an instructor in professional development programs.
  • Assumes responsibility for smooth flow of tax returns through the tax preparation system to assure accurate, complete and timely preparation and delivery of all clients’ tax returns.
  • Possesses a complete knowledge of the firm’s philosophy and its opinions on tax matters.
  • Maintains knowledge of general economic and political trends of possible tax or other legislation that could affect the business climate.
  • Participates in firm’s practice development efforts through involvement w/ referral sources, community and industry activities.
  • Responsible for the engagement profitability — billings and collections.
  • Participate in firm’s committees and management meetings.
  • Proficiency in use of computer tax preparation, tax research, and tax planning software programs.
  • Ability to operate a computer and calculator.
  • Willingness to become a part of the firm’s Mentoring Program.
  • Performs such other duties as may be assigned.
Desired Qualifications
  • Masters of Science degree in Taxation or a Juris Doctor highly preferred for Tax Management Position

GHJ is an accounting and advisory firm focused on nonprofit, food and beverage, entertainment and media, and health and wellness companies. It provides audit, tax, and advisory services with a client-first approach, building long-term relationships and offering personalized support to help clients grow. Through its affiliation with HLB International, GHJ connects with top firms in major cities worldwide, giving clients access to professionals in over 158 countries and more than 775 offices. GHJ differentiates itself through industry specialization, a strong employer reputation, and a sizable local team (15 partners and 160+ staff serving 3,000+ clients), backed by memberships in professional bodies like the AICPA and CalNonprofit. Its goal is to help clients and its people be more by building thriving businesses and a better future.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Los Angeles, California

Founded

1953

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What believers are saying

  • GHJ maximizes nonprofit tax credits and estate planning strategies.
  • GHJ's national footprint spans 30 states with hubs in Utah, Colorado, New York.
  • GHJ ranked top-20 LA accounting firm serving 3,000 clients.

What critics are saying

  • Deloitte poaches GHJ's 160 staff in 2026 talent shortage within 6-12 months.
  • EisnerAmper steals GHJ's nonprofit clients with lower fees in 12-18 months.
  • HLB dissolution loses GHJ 20% international revenue to BDO in 18-24 months.

What makes GHJ unique

  • GHJ specializes in nonprofit, food beverage, entertainment, and health sectors.
  • GHJ leverages HLB International for global tax resources in 158 countries.
  • GHJ offers tailored advisory for revenue growth across company lifecycles.

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Mar 14th, 2025
GHJ Recognized as a Top 100 Firm and a Regional Leader by Accounting Today

LOS ANGELES, CA - GHJ, an award-winning national advisory, accounting and tax firm, has once again earned a spot on Accounting Today's 2025 Top 100 Firms list, which reinforces its reputation as a leader in the accounting industry.