Tax Manager at The J. Paul Getty Trust – Los Angeles, California

Tax Manager

US-CA-Los Angeles

Job ID: 2026-4779
Type: Regular Full-Time
# of Openings: 1
Category: Accounting/Finance
Getty

Overview

Reporting to Getty’s Controller, the Tax Manager is responsible for overseeing all tax-related matters for the organization, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations applicable to a complex non-profit entity. While managing a team of two, this role oversees tax filings, provisions, audits, and multistate compliance while supporting the tax implications of a large endowment with significant private equity investments. The Tax Manager also provides advisory support across Getty.

This position operates in a professional environment and works closely with finance leadership and institutional partners to support the organization’s mission through sound tax governance. Following a period of three to six months, there is potential for a hybrid work arrangement.

Getty is partnering with Robert Half on the search for this position. Interested candidates should express interest and apply via lisa.loguidice@roberthalf.com. Only candidates who apply in this manner will be considered.

Responsibilities

Tax Compliance & Filings

• Manage preparation, review, and timely filing of all required non-profit tax returns (i.e., 990PF and 990T), including federal, state, and local filings in coordination with Getty’s external tax firm.
• Oversee California-based property tax (including non-profit exemptions), sales and use tax, and other indirect tax filings.
• Ensure compliance with federal and multi-state tax requirements and registrations.
• Monitor changes in tax laws and regulations impacting non-profit organizations and advise leadership accordingly.
• Understanding the impact and providing guidance on Unrelated Business Income Tax (UBIT).

Tax Accounting & Reporting

• Prepare and review income tax provisions, deferred tax calculations, and related disclosures for financial statements.
• Assist with year-end close processes related to tax accounts and reporting.

Endowment & Investment Support

• Provide tax oversight for a large endowment with significant private equity investments (60%+), including review of K1s and investment-related tax matters.
• Coordinate with internal investment and finance teams, and external advisors on tax implications of investment activities.

Audits & Stakeholder Support

• Serve as primary tax liaison for internal and external auditors.
• Respond to tax authority inquiries and manage tax audits and examinations.
• Support internal stakeholders across the institution with tax planning, compliance, and advisory needs.

Leadership & Collaboration

• Manage and mentor a small team of tax professionals, including workload planning, performance goals and reviews, and professional development.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with finance, legal, foundation grants, and operations teams.
• Contribute to process improvements, documentation, and internal controls related to tax.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or similar field.
• Master’s degree in Taxation is a plus.
• 10+ years of relevant experience in non-profit tax or public accounting with exposure to corporate and multi-state taxation.
• Demonstrated experience with federal and state compliance, tax provisions, deferred tax accounting, audits, and complex filings.
• Experience managing and developing staff is required.
• Experience supporting investment structures, including private equity, is strongly preferred.