Tax Manager

NKSFB

Tax Manager leading a dynamic tax team at NKSFB, LLC, providing tax compliance and strategic planning services. Collaborating with clients and mentoring staff while ensuring compliance with regulations.

Posted 4/17/2026full-timeWestwood • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $130,000 - $160,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the team responsible for completing all client tax returns
Maintain a strong rapport with clients and serve as a liaison between staff and Partners
Oversee various tax initiatives and tax planning strategies to ensure compliance
Review partnership, individual and trust tax returns and tax projections, including numerous multi-state returns
Correspond with state and federal government agencies relating to client tax notifications received
Provide guidance and support to tax staff and other team members with relevant tax and software questions
Assist with document gathering efforts for state and federal audits
Identify and research tax issues applicable to client transactions
Mentor staff towards the achievement of internal and personal goals
Attend client meetings with Partners to help build and manage client relationships
Work extended hours as needed
Other related duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, or related business field (3.0 GPA or better)
Certified Public Accountant or Enrolled Agent required
5 plus years of experience leading a team of tax professionals
7 plus years of related tax experience at a public accounting firm/or family office
In-depth knowledge of tax concepts and regulations related to individuals, C corporations, S corporations, partnerships, estates, and trusts
Strong working knowledge of tax return workflow and ability to adapt
Ability to identify, analyze and resolve issues, perform research, and demonstrate critical thinking to implement tax advice related to new legislation and planning
Ability to pay attention to detail, have excellent organization skills and ability to perform under deadlines
Proficiency with CCH Axcess, preferred
Understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
Competency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel and Outlook
Strong verbal and written communication skills a must
Exceptional interpersonal skills
Friendly and professional demeanor
Ability to work well with a team and pitch in when needed.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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

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Hard Skills & Tools

tax return preparationtax planning strategiestax compliancetax issue researchtax projectionsmulti-state tax returnstax workflowcritical thinkingattention to detailorganization skills

Soft Skills

leadershipcommunication skillsinterpersonal skillsmentoringteamworkproblem-solvingadaptabilityprofessional demeanorclient relationship managementability to work under deadlines

Certifications

Certified Public AccountantEnrolled Agent