Senior Tax Manager – Venture Capital

Sensiba LLP

. Lead the firm's High Net Worth tax practice with an emphasis on the venture capital ecosystem .

Posted 11/6/2026full-timeRemote • California • United StatesSenior💰 $127,200 - $195,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in High Net Worth tax planning and compliance, with a strong focus on the venture capital ecosystem. Proven ability to lead teams, manage complex tax issues, and build trusted client relationships while ensuring adherence to professional standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords

CPA Or EA LicenseHigh Net Worth Tax PlanningVenture Capital Tax ExpertiseTax Preparation Software ProficiencyLeadership And Team Development

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Hard Skills

Tax ComplianceTax ConsultingPartnership TaxationQualified Small Business Stock ExpertiseCorporate Tax ReturnsTrust Tax ReturnsAnalytical SkillsTax ResearchDecision-Making SkillsInvestment-Related Tax Issues

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsMentoring And GuidanceOrganizational SkillsTime Management SkillsRelationship Building

Tools & Technologies

Tax Preparation SoftwareFinancial Analysis Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree In AccountingBachelor's Degree In FinanceCPA LicenseEA License

Industry Keywords

Venture Capital EcosystemLiquidity EventsMulti-Generational Wealth TransferCarried Interest TaxationSection 1061Section 1202Section 83(b) ElectionsInternational Investor ReportingFBARForm 8938

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the firm's High Net Worth tax practice with an emphasis on the venture capital ecosystem
Build and manage a team delivering tax planning, compliance, and consulting services
Serve venture capital general partners, investment professionals, angel and limited partner investors, and family offices
Provide technical expertise in partnership taxation and qualified small business stock
Lead proactive planning for liquidity events and multi-generational wealth transfer
Drive excellence in client service and develop innovative solutions to complex tax issues
Oversee and manage tax compliance, planning, and consulting services
Manage and review complex corporate, partnership, individual, and trust tax returns
Perform technical reviews of complex fact patterns and tax research
Implement and maintain quality control procedures
Improve firm processes and address operational inefficiencies
Ensure adherence to professional standards and best practices
Cultivate existing client relationships and identify additional business opportunities
Expand the firm's client base through business networking and professional connections
Participate in recruiting and staffing decisions, including interviewing, hiring, and onboarding
Develop and deliver internal training programs
Mentor and guide junior team members
Report to Masha Herzbrun

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree in accounting, finance or related field
7+ years of experience in public accounting preparing/reviewing tax returns for pass-through entities, corporations, trusts and/or high net worth individuals
CPA or EA license required
Proficiency in tax preparation software and financial analysis tools
Strong tax technical knowledge, including analytical, research, critical thinking, and decision-making skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex tax outcomes clearly to clients and their advisors
Leadership skills to mentor, develop and scale a team of tax professionals
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment, including time-sensitive transactions and multiple K-1 analysis
Highly organized, with strong time management skills and meticulous attention to detail
Ability to build trusted relationships with clients and their wealth managers, estate planning attorneys, and financial advisors
Current knowledge of legislation and tax law changes affecting venture capital funds and investors
Basic understanding of carried interest taxation, including Section 1061 three-year holding period rules, carried interest vehicle structures, and management fee waiver arrangements
Understanding of the venture fund lifecycle
Expertise in Section 1202 qualified small business stock (QSBS)
Knowledge of Section 83(b) elections
Knowledge of investment-related individual tax issues
Familiarity with international investor reporting, including PFIC, CFC, foreign partnership filings, FBAR, and Form 8938 requirements

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, and vision
401(k) with match
Financial wellness programs
Vacation, sick time, holidays, parental leave, and volunteer days
Hybrid or remote options
Flexible hours
Discretionary performance-based bonuses
Tuition reimbursement
Certifications
Mentorship
Career advancement and internal mobility
DEI initiatives
Employee resource groups
Wellness programs