Senior Tax Staff Accountant

Senior Tax Staff AccountantGelfand, Rennert & Feldman is seeking a Senior Staff Tax Accountant with ideally entertainment business management experience to join our team of dedicated professionals. The Senior Staff Accountant is responsible for the preparation and review of various reports in support of servicing clients, preparation of simple to moderately complex tax returns, as well as tax projections and tax research. Gelfand, Rennert & Feldman provides team members the flexibility to work a hybrid schedule. The hybrid work arrangement may be adjusted or altered to fill the needs of the role, including potentially working in-office for 3+ days per week. This role is hybrid out of our Encino, CA office.Primary ResponsibilitiesPrepare and review individual, corporate (S corp and C corp), partnership, estate, trust, fiduciary, and exempt organization tax returnsReview General Ledger and reports to assist in preparation of tax projectionsPerform tax research and planning, as needed, to solve client's tax issuesCorrespondence regarding tax notices, jurisdictional issues, and/or tax auditsAssist in the preparation of financial reports that may include net worth statements, cash flow schedules, meeting packages, budgets, investment analysis, tour reconciliations, etc.Assist with tour preparation and planning, including budgets and state, local and international tax clearances, and reductions for touring artistsAssist with various business management tasks (such as purchase and sale of real estate, royalty allocations, prepping RMD schedules, international employment documents, etc.)Informal supervision and training of Staff Accountant(s)Other projects and duties as assignedQualifications4+ years in preparation and/or review of individual, corporate, partnership, and trust tax returns for preferably entertainment and HNW individualsBachelor's degree is requiredMaster's degree, with 4+ years in a similar role is highly preferredFamiliarity with CCH Axcess or Engagement is preferredCPA or CPA eligibility is a plusOrganization skills with a high attention to detail is necessaryCapability to learn new systems and process information quicklySolid interpersonal skills and other key soft skills (i.e., communication, time management, emotional intelligence, adaptability, active listening, critical-thinking, etc.)Thorough understanding of the bookkeeping process from start to finishFounded in 1967, Gelfand, Rennert & Feldman ("GRF") is a leading full-service business management firm for an exclusive assortment of entertainers, executives and select high net worth individuals. Our 30 partners and over 600 staff members deliver comprehensive financial services in the fields of music, motion pictures, television, sports, literature, and other creative and performing arts. Our firm has offices in Los Angeles, New York City, Nashville, San Rafael, Wilmington, and London.The annualized base pay range for this role is expected to be between $82,000 - $125,000. Actual base pay could vary based on factors including but not limited to experience, subject matter expertise, geographic location where work will be performed, and the applicant's skill set. The base pay is just one component of the total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include an annual bonus and a comprehensive benefits package. Candidate information, including education and work experience, is verified upon an offer of employment. Falsification of application information may be grounds for denying employment.Gelfand, Rennert & Feldman is an Equal Opportunity Employer.