Tax Manager for Entertainment Business Management - Gelfand Rennert & Feldman

About Gelfand, Rennert & Feldman
Founded 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.

We are seeking a Tax Manager or Senior Tax Manager with ideally entertainment business management experience to join our team of dedicated professionals.

Location: This position can be based out of White Plains or Manhattan (NY) on a hybrid basis.

Overview of Role: The Manager is responsible for overseeing all financial and tax aspects related to assigned client accounts.

Responsibilities:

• Preparation and review of complex, multi-state tax returns (individual, S corporation, C corporation,  partnership, estate and trusts)
• Stay abreast of changing state and federal laws, policies, economic/political climate which may affect clients’ finances
• Supervise and review Staff's preparation of moderately complex tax returns
• Conduct tax research and multi-jurisdictional planning
• Act as a coach and trainer to develop staff members into efficient and effective client team members, and address performance issues and concerns as needed
• Assist partners in identifying and onboarding prospective clients
• Support Account Managers to provide highest level of customer service by assisting with contracts, budgeting, home purchases, tours, and year-end
• Other projects and duties as assigned

A successful candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• 5 years of experience in accounting and taxation for high net-worth individuals and entertainers
• Bachelor’s degree in finance, business administration, accounting or comparable is required; Masters in Taxation is preferred
• Active CPA license is highly favored
• Solid interpersonal skills and other key soft skills (i.e., communication, time management, emotional intelligence, adaptability, active listening, critical-thinking, etc.)
• Sense of urgency and demonstrated ability to follow through
• Commitment to professionalism and accuracy
• Proven knowledge of auditing standards, procedures, laws and rule/regulations
• Experience with DataFaction/Agilink and Go Systems or comparable tax software is highly preferred
• Prior exposure to royalties, touring services, music publishing and record label administration is highly preferred

Candidate information, including education and work experience, is verified upon an offer of employment. Falsification of application information may be grounds for denying employment.

Benefits & Pay

We offer a diverse and employee-friendly environment with great work/life balance. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Multiple Medical, Dental and Vision plans (including HSA and FSA options)
• Generous paid time off policy
• Paid holidays 
• Hybrid work flexibility
• 401(k) with discretionary match
• Discretionary performance bonus
• Tuition assistance and career advancement programs
• CPA program (employer-paid prep materials, paid time off to study and sit for exams, a CPA completion bonus, continued education and license renewals)
• Early office closures for major holidays
• Discretionary profit-sharing program
• Employee and client referral bonus 
• Commuter benefits
• Wellness program

This is an exempt position. Employee compensation is determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to, employee education/training/credentials, employee work experience, work location (including if the employee will be hybrid or fully in-office), the scope and responsibilities of the role, internal peer equity, and market considerations. Applicants will be considered for the Manager and Senior Manager level. The expected base compensation hiring range for these positions is as follows:

• Manager: $97,509 to $149,500 per year
• Sr. Manager: $132,100 to $183,000 per year

Gelfand, Rennert & Feldman is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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