Tax Accountant (Full-Time Cohort Program)

Focus Financial Partners•Los Angeles, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

GRF, Focus Partners Business Management is seeking Tax Accountants for its cohort program, which starts in July 2027. Tax Accountants prepare reports in support of client services, simple to moderately complex tax returns, tax projections, and tax research. The position is non-exempt and works on-site four to five days per week from the Encino, California, or Century City, California, office. The expected annualized base pay is $65,000; actual pay may vary based on experience, subject matter expertise, work location, and skill set. Compensation may also include an annual cash bonus and a benefits package. The job title may change depending on the selected candidate’s experience and education. GRF, Focus Partners Business Management is a full-service business management firm serving entertainers, athletes, executives, and high-net-worth individuals. It provides financial and advisory services in entertainment and other industries, along with multi-family office services. As part of Focus, it offers wealth management, family office, and business management solutions.

Requirements

Currently pursuing or recently received a bachelor’s or master’s degree in accounting, finance, economics, business, or a related field.
Expected graduation date before June 2027.
Ability to work and commute to the Encino, California, or Century City, California, offices.
Permanent authorization to work in the United States.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word.
Solid interpersonal and other soft skills, including communication, time management, emotional intelligence, adaptability, active listening, and critical thinking.
Ability to learn new systems and process information quickly.
Organization skills and attention to detail.
Complete required assessments and a digital video interview within five days of receiving the link; a new digital video interview is required for each position or location applied to.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience preparing and/or reviewing individual, corporate, partnership, and trust tax returns.
Familiarity with Agilink.
Familiarity with GoSystems or CCH tax software.
CPA or CPA eligibility is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare individual, corporate (S corporation and C corporation), partnership, estate, trust, fiduciary, and exempt organization tax returns.
Review general ledgers and reports to assist in preparing tax projections.
Conduct tax research and planning as needed to resolve client tax issues.
Correspond regarding tax notices, jurisdictional issues, and tax audits.
Prepare closeouts for loan-out corporations and analyze federal and state payroll withholding requirements.
Assist in preparing financial reports, which may include net worth statements, cash flow schedules, meeting packages, budgets, investment analyses, and tour reconciliations.
Assist with state, local, and international tax clearances for touring artists.
Assist the client service team with other projects, including audits, as necessary.