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Pacific Executive Search Places Manager/Senior Manager Tax in Finance Sector

📅Placed 8/26/2026
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Position
Manager/Senior Manager Tax
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Industry
Finance
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Sub-Industry
Venture Capital & Private Equity
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Metro Region
Southern California

Placement Team

Brian Harkavy
Candidate Recruiter & Client Recruiter
Partner
Categories
Tax
Specialties
Tax Manager/Director

Placement Story

In the dynamic world of private equity, Pacific Executive Search placed a highly skilled Tax Manager for a West LA-based PE fund. Bringing over 5 years of Big 4 experience coupled with deep expertise in fund tax, partnership tax, and investment management taxation, the candidate was a perfect fit to shape the tax function from the ground up. This was a crucial role, given the unique tax structures of the 20+ portfolio companies under management and the necessity to optimize tax efficiencies across multiple entities. This strategic placement has empowered the firm to effectively manage compliance, tax planning, and risk management, driving significant career growth and making a tangible impact in the rapidly evolving PE industry.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Pacific Executive Search recruit for crucial roles in PE portfolio companies in Southern California?
Absolutely. We recently placed a highly skilled Tax Manager for a West LA-based PE fund. With their extensive Big 4 experience and deep expertise in fund tax, partnership tax, and investment management taxation, they were the ideal candidate to shape the tax function from the ground up. We understand the unique needs of PE portfolio companies and are adept at finding the right talent to meet those needs.
How does Pacific Executive Search ensure the candidates they place can handle the complexities of tax management in the Private Equity industry?
We prioritize candidates who not only have the necessary qualifications, such as a CPA, but also have a strong understanding of the industry-specific challenges. For instance, we recently placed a Tax Manager who was tasked with managing the unique tax structures of 20+ portfolio companies. Their Big 4 experience and deep expertise in various aspects of taxation including fund tax and partnership tax made them the perfect fit for this role.
Does Pacific Executive Search have experience in placing candidates for roles related to tax planning and risk management in the financial services sector?
Yes, we do. We recently placed a Tax Manager for a PE fund in Southern California. This strategic placement has empowered the firm to effectively manage compliance, tax planning, and risk management, driving significant career growth and making a tangible impact in the rapidly evolving PE industry. Our extensive network and deep understanding of the financial services sector enable us to find the right talent for such crucial roles.

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