Tax Staff Accountant

Focus Financial Partners•Nashville, TN

4d•$60,000 - $80,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Gelfand, Rennert & Feldman is seeking a Tax Staff Accountant, ideally with entertainment business management experience, to join its team. The role prepares and reviews reports in support of client services; prepares and reviews simple to moderately complex tax returns; and handles tax projections and research. It operates on a hybrid schedule from the Nashville, Tennessee office, requiring three days in the office. The position is non-exempt. The annualized base pay range is $60,000–$80,000; actual pay may vary based on experience, subject matter expertise, work location, and skill set. Compensation may also include an annual cash bonus and benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and a 401(k). The job title may change based on the selected candidate’s experience and education. GRF is a full-service business management firm serving entertainers, athletes, executives, and high-net-worth individuals. It provides financial and advisory services across the entertainment industries and multi-family office services for ultra-high-net-worth individuals and families.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
At least 1–2 years of experience preparing and reviewing individual, corporate, partnership, and trust tax returns.
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.

Nice To Haves

At least 3 years in a similar role is highly preferred.
Experience with high-net-worth or entertainment clients is highly preferred.
Familiarity with AgilLink.
Familiarity with CCH tax software.
CPA or CPA eligibility is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare individual, corporate (S corp and C corp), 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 address 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 analysis, and tour reconciliations.
Assist with state, local, and international tax clearances for touring artists.
Assist the client service team with other projects as necessary.