Managing Director Jobs in Los Angeles, CA
Managing Director jobs in Los Angeles are concentrated in entertainment, technology, and financial services, with hiring active across Century City, Downtown LA, and Santa Monica. Employers posting right now include BDO, Exponent, and Citi. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Job Summary:
The Tax Managing Director, Transaction Advisory Services is an essential team member that will team with the west region transaction advisory principals to grow the practice and will lead teams responsible for traditional large firm M&A tax consulting (deal structuring, due diligence, post-deal integration, tax attribute management, and other special projects).
Job Duties:
- Teams with Principals and internal support functions (BD, marketing, etc.) to identify new marketplace opportunities and develop new business
- Builds and manages significant client relationships (new and existing)
- Mentors staff and otherwise significantly contributes to team/resource building
- Serves as a member of multiple client engagement teams, participating in due diligence and structuring engagements related to transactions that private equity and strategic corporate entities pursue
- Works closely with and manages colleagues from BDO offices around the world
- Identifies and analyzes tax risks and opportunities while advising both strategic and private equity buyers and sellers on alternative tax strategies for acquisition, disposition, and restructuring of businesses
- Assists in reviewing and analyzing merger agreements and providing opinion letters
- Reviews, assesses and advises clients regarding the tax computations reflected in their financial models, and assists clients in the quantitative and qualitative analysis of the tax data in their financial projections for the transaction
- Manages risk and financial performance of engagements including budgeting, billing and collection
- Develops and mentors subordinates in order to support career satisfaction and progression
- Other duties as required
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Supervises staff on all projects and engagements
Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree, required; major in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or Statistics, preferred
- Juris Doctor (JD) or Master of Laws (LLM) with a focus on tax, preferred
- Master’s degree in Accounting or Tax, preferred
Experience:
- Ten (10) or more years of experience in professional services, required
- Three (3) or more years of TAS relevant experience, required
- Prior supervisory experience, required
License/Certifications:
- CPA certification, Attorney (admitted to practice in a U.S. jurisdiction), or Internal Revenue Service Enrolled Agent (“EA”), or the equivalent of one of these designations, required
- Possession of other professional degrees or certifications applicable to the role, preferred
Software:
- Proficient in Microsoft Office suite, required
Language(s):
- N/A
Other Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
- Experience managing multiple client engagements and client service teams
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to articulate complex information when providing crucial negotiation insights, etc.
- Must be technically competent across multiple US federal, international and state income tax disciplines
- Fundamental working knowledge of all or essentially all non-income based federal, state and foreign tax regimes, including but not limited to indirect, payroll, property and ad valorem taxes
- Understanding of US GAAP, including the accounting for income tax principles
- Experience with tax controversy and procedure
- Ability and willingness to travel, when necessary
Individual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after consideration of numerous factors including but not limited to the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and geography.
National Range: $250,000 - $350,000
Maryland Range: $250,000 - $350,000
NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $250,000 - $350,000
Join us at BDO, where you will find more than a career, you’ll find a place where your work is impactful, and you are valued for your individuality. We offer flexibility and opportunities for advancement. Our culture is centered around making meaningful connections, approaching interactions with curiosity, and being true to yourself, all while making a positive difference in the world.
At BDO, our purpose of helping people thrive every day is at the heart of everything we do. Together, we are focused on delivering exceptional and sustainable outcomes and value for our people, our clients, and our communities. BDO is proud to be an ESOP company, reflecting a culture that puts people first, by sharing financially in our growth in value with our U.S. team. BDO professionals provide assurance, tax and advisory services for a diverse range of clients across the U.S. and in over 160 countries through our global organization.
BDO is the first large accounting and advisory organization to implement an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). A qualified retirement plan, the ESOP offers participants a stake in the firm’s success through beneficial ownership and a unique opportunity to enhance their financial well-being. The ESOP stands as a compelling addition to our comprehensive compensation and Total Rewards benefits offerings. The annual allocation to the ESOP is fully funded by BDO through investments in company stock and grants employees the chance to grow their wealth over time as their shares vest and grow in value with the firm’s success, with no employee contributions.
We are committed to delivering exceptional experiences to middle market leaders by sharing insight-driven perspectives, helping companies take business as usual to better than usual. With industry knowledge and experience, a breadth and depth of resources, and unwavering commitment to quality, we pride ourselves on:
- Welcoming diverse perspectives and understanding the experience of our professionals and clients
- Empowering team members to explore their full potential
- Our talented team who brings varying skills, knowledge and experience to proactively help our clients navigate an expanding array of complex challenges and opportunities
- Celebrating ingenuity and innovation to transform our business and help our clients transform theirs
- Focus on resilience and sustainability to positively impact our people, clients, and communities
- BDO Total Rewards that encompass so much more than traditional “benefits.” Benefits may be subject to eligibility requirements.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets
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Who's Hiring
- BDO5

- Exponent4

- Citi2

- MUFG2

- Aon1

Top Industries Hiring
- Accounting & Auditing10
- Consulting & Professional Services8
- Technology & Software5
- Banking & Financial Services5
- Investment & Asset Management4
Managing Director Jobs in Los Angeles: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a managing director job in Los Angeles?
Target sectors that drive the most senior leadership hiring in Los Angeles: entertainment and media companies in Burbank and Hollywood, technology firms in Silicon Beach, financial services in Century City, and healthcare and real estate groups Downtown. Candidates who combine P&L ownership experience with a network inside one of these verticals have a clear edge. Executive search firms active in Los Angeles are worth engaging early.
Which companies hire managing directors in Los Angeles?
Companies currently hiring managing directors in Los Angeles include BDO, Exponent, and Citi, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Los Angeles draws a wide mix of employer types, from major studios and global financial institutions to fast-growing tech startups and private equity-backed consumer brands.
Are there remote managing director jobs in Los Angeles?
Yes, though managing director roles are less remote-friendly than most because they typically require in-person leadership, board presence, and stakeholder visibility. About 36% of managing director openings tied to Los Angeles are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, with hybrid arrangements most common in technology and financial services firms based in Silicon Beach and Century City.
How can I get a managing director job in Los Angeles with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through a director or senior director role inside a Los Angeles entertainment, technology, or financial services company, then building upward. Mid-size studios, private equity portfolio companies, and growth-stage tech firms in the LA market are more willing to promote from within than large multinationals. A strong network developed through LA-based industry associations and business groups accelerates the path considerably.
Which industries hire the most managing directors in Los Angeles?
Los Angeles managing director roles concentrate in Accounting & Auditing, Consulting & Professional Services, and Technology & Software, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Los Angeles's unique mix of entertainment infrastructure, a large financial services corridor in Century City, and the Silicon Beach tech cluster creates consistent senior leadership demand across all three sectors.
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