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Tax Partner (Construction & Engineering)

Background: Wiss


Job Location:

Florham Park, NJ - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 8 September 2026 (4 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 6 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Background:
Wiss is a regional CPA and advisory firm thats been deeply embedded in the Northern NJ community for over 50 years. We serve small to mid-market clients across Tax Assurance Advisory and Wealth Management with a focus on relationships not transactions.

Wiss is actively seeking a client-centric Tax Partner who demonstrates extensive experience within the construction and engineering industries. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of technical tax while providing exceptional client service.

Core Responsibilities:
  • Act as a trusted advisor to family-owned businesses delivering sophisticated tax planning compliance and advisory services tailored to the unique needs of construction and engineering clients.
  • Lead client engagements with a hands-on approach ensuring technical excellence and proactive communication.
  • Oversee complex corporate and partnership tax compliance including preparation and review of S & C Corps and partnership returns allocations basis calculations and multi-tiered entity structures.
  • Develop and implement tax strategies that support clients long-term business goals including succession planning entity structuring and transaction support.
  • Collaborate with fellow partners and firm leadership to shape strategic direction drive growth and enhance service offerings.
  • Mentor and develop high-performing tax professionals fostering a culture of technical rigor accountability and client-first thinking.
  • Stay abreast of evolving tax legislation and industry trends translating insights into actionable guidance for clients and the firm.
  • Identify business development opportunities and attend industry-specific networking events to facilitate a growing prospect pipeline and strengthening the Wiss brand.
Qualifications:
  • CPA required; MST preferred
  • Minimum of 10 years of progressive tax experience with significant exposure to construction and engineering clients
  • Deep technical expertise in partnership taxation real estate transactions and developing tax planning strategies
  • Extensive experience reviewing complex corporate and partnership returns
  • Prior experience leading motivating and developing a team of Tax professionals
  • Demonstrate polished written and presentation skills with the ability to build trust and credibility with clients

Compensation: Target Salary Commensurate with the level of experience discretionary bonus and comprehensive benefits including 401K.

Wiss is committed to fostering a welcoming community. We seek candidates from all backgrounds to join our team and encourage our employees to bring their authentic and best selves to work.


Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. This policy applies equally to applicants regardless of national origin.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race color religion sex national origin age disability veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or any other legally protected status.

To all staffing agencies: Wiss does not utilize 3rd party firms for any internal or client positions. Please be advised Wiss is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. All unsolicited resumes will become the property of Wiss.

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Required Experience:

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