Tax Manager Construction

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Responsibilities:

• Manage and review complex tax returns: partnerships SCorps CCorps individuals specifically for construction contractors and related entities.
• Oversee federal state and multistate tax compliance for construction clients.
• Experience with longterm contract accounting including percentageofcompletion (Sec. 460) job costing revenue recognition nuances.
• Conduct complex tax research and analyze constructionspecific implications (bonding considerations state nexus multi-entity structures etc.).
• Provide tax planning guidance around contractor structures entity selection and owner/partner tax implications.
• Offer proactive advisory services for construction business owners (cash flow depreciation strategies capital planning).
• Identify taxsavings opportunities including methods changes and projectbased planning.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for construction clients; build longterm relationships and provide yearround strategic advice.
• Communicate effectively with construction executives bonding companies and external advisors.
• Supervise coach and develop staff; oversee engagement teams.
• Delegate and manage multiple tax engagements simultaneously.
• Ensure work aligns with firm quality standards deadlines and client expectations.

Qualifications:

• 5 years public accounting tax experience (most specify construction industry experience).
• Strong technical knowledge of construction accounting multientity structures passthrough taxation long-term contract methods
• CPA required.
• Experience reviewing complex returns and managing client portfolios.
• Proven ability to lead teams and support talent development.
• Proficiency in CCH Axcess ProSystem fx or similar platforms.

Additional Details:

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