Role overview

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field; Master’s degree preferred
CPA required
7+ years of tax experience in business management, public accounting, or family office environments
Strong knowledge of tax compliance and planning for individuals, entities, estates, and trusts

Responsibilities

Prepare and review complex individual, partnership, corporate, and trust tax returns, including multi-state filings
Lead tax planning, projections, and year-end strategies for high-net-worth clients
Review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and cash flow projections
Serve as a primary advisor to clients alongside firm Partners

Key facts

Remote from: United States
Full time
Senior (5-10 years)
Business Manager
English

Hard skills

Tax Management Tax Planning Customer Relationship Management Tax Compliance Tax Returns Client Services Film Industry Digital Arts

Other skills

Research
Communication
Organizational Skills
Professionalism

About the company

GHJ

Accounting

GHJ is a national advisory and accounting firm with employees in more than 25 states and clients around the world. Our team of experts meet clients where they are and provide personalized service for nonprofit, food and beverage, entertainment and media and health and wellness companies. Ranked as a Top-100 Firm, 7th Fastest-Growing Firm and Top Regional Leader in the West by Accounting Today, GHJ is passionate about helping clients and its people #BeMore by focusing on building thriving businesses and creating a better future. 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 around the world. GHJ’s audit, tax and advisory teams leverage the HLB network to partner with its clients and give clients access to member firms in over 157 countries across the globe. GHJ has 21 partners and more than 200 staff members, who serve thousands of clients. The Firm is also 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).

Company details

Company typeSME

IndustryAccounting

Company size201 - 500

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Job description

GHJ Search and Staffing serves as the recruitment division of GHJ, a prominent national accounting and advisory firm. Our team provides qualified Accounting and Finance professionals on a temporary and permanent basis across a broad range of industries. GHJ’s relationship with our Global Advisory and Accounting Network provides the resources needed to better understand client’s needs, attract a higher caliber of candidates and assess candidate potential.

The Firm:

We are partnering with a well-established boutique business management firm to find their next Senior Business Manager. The ideal candidate brings deep tax expertise, strong leadership skills, and the ability to serve as a trusted advisor to a unique client base that includes entertainers, content creators, athletes, and other high-net-worth individuals!

The firm is headquartered in Los Angeles with an option to be on-site. This role is 100% remote eligible, though candidates must reside in California.

Key Responsibilities:

Tax Leadership & Advisory

Prepare and review complex individual, partnership, corporate, and trust tax returns, including multi-state filings

Lead tax planning, projections, and year-end strategies for high-net-worth clients

Research and advise on tax issues related to client transactions and new legislation

Business Management & Financial Oversight

Review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and cash flow projections

Support asset acquisitions, leases, and financing processes, including escrow and lender coordination

Review insurance coverage and ensure appropriate policies are in place

Client & Relationship Management

Serve as a primary advisor to clients alongside firm Partners

Participate in client meetings and help manage long-term client relationships

Maintain the highest level of discretion and professionalism

Support onboarding of new clients and internal process improvements

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field; Master’s degree preferred

CPA required

7+ years of tax experience in business management, public accounting, or family office environments

Strong knowledge of tax compliance and planning for individuals, entities, estates, and trusts

Familiarity with entertainment, digital talent, or high-net-worth income streams strongly preferred

Excellent communication, organizational, and client-facing skills

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