Tax Manager / Senior Manager - Estate, Gift, Trust

HCVT•Los Angeles, CA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Estate/Gift/Trust tax group is seeking a Manager or Sr. Manager with a strong background in working with high net worth individuals and family offices, who can handle multiple client relationships and advise on various individual income, trust, estate and gift tax consulting and compliance matters. HCVT’s Estate/Gift/Trust tax group is unique because we often work with clients (and their attorneys as needed) to advise and structure estate plans, including both charitable and non-charitable gifting, establishing trusts, and income and transfer tax strategies. In addition to consulting, we prepare relevant tax returns resulting from the implementation of their plans. Our people become very well versed in the Estate/Gift/Trust specialty from their exposure to both the consulting and compliance for these High Net Worth individuals.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related major
5+ years of relevant work experience
Licensed CPA
Proficiency in Thomson Reuters, GoSystem, ProSystems/Axcess or equivalent is required
Strong Microsoft Office skills and ability to utilize firm technology to enhance client service
Has proven experience in leading and supervising a team of seniors and staff accountants
Ability to learn, teach, and supervise in a fast-paced environment and is receptive to feedback and coaching
Demonstrated advanced project management skills
Strong technical aptitude and communication skills
Ability to work independently, prioritize responsibilities, and take initiative on projects
Has high attention to detail
Has a positive attitude and a team player mentality with a can-do spirit

Nice To Haves

Master's Degree, J.D. or LLM is a plus
Estate planning experience a plus

Responsibilities

Providing tax compliance and advisory services to High Net Worth Individuals, including their closely related businesses, trusts, and exempt organizations
Work closely with clients and their other advisors to advise on income tax issues and related tax planning
Develop and maintain strong client relationships with client personnel and prospective clients
Ability to identify and propose resolutions to complex income tax issues.
Experience with individual income tax, gift tax, estate tax and trust taxation; estate planning experience a plus
Excellent research skills and ability to research complex tax issues
Ensure quality of work product
Oversee planning and scheduling of engagements
Monitor work-flow
Coach/mentor individual team members
Provide formal and informal feedback