Accounting: Manager, Tax (Construction)

Job Description

Job Description

Organization

Markham Norton Mosteller Wright & Company, P.A. (MNMW) was founded 45 years ago in Fort Myers, Florida by Gail Markham. They have always been committed to the communities and the clients they have served. Over the years, they added an office in Naples, Florida while always serving the entire southwest region of Florida.
Our firm was built on and remains committed to providing businesses, organizations, and individuals value-based practical solutions for tax, accounting, business advisory services, and litigation support services.
Everyone at MNMW appreciates our close relationship with our clients and works hard to earn their trust daily. We believe our team members are the best in the business and have continually provided them with ongoing professional education opportunities and the most advanced technology to allow them to perform at the highest level. We understand that our clients’ economic activities in this region make our communities such a wonderful place to visit, live and raise families.

Position

The Construction Tax Manager will manage the tax compliance and planning for construction and construction-related clients. This role is responsible for tax compliance, planning, and reporting, with a strong focus on construction specific tax issues, including long-term contract accounting methods, and book-to-tax conversions. The Construction Tax Manager must have a solid understanding of tax methods, project-based accounting, and the ability to bridge the gap between financial reporting and tax treatment.

Duties & Responsibilities

Tax Compliance:

• Prepare and review federal and state tax returns for construction entities.
• Ensure all tax filings are accurate and submitted in a timely manner.
• Manage the preparation of amended tax returns, as necessary.

Tax Planning and Advisory:

• Apply appropriate tax methods for long-term contracts including percentage-of-completion, completed contract, and AMT concerns in accordance with IRS Section 460.
• Perform book-to-tax conversions for key items such as revenue recognition, depreciation, contract costs, and accrued liabilities, to ensure proper alignment between financial statements and tax returns.
• Reconcile tax reporting with general ledger and financial statement data, including preparation of tax adjustments and deferred tax entries.

Client Management:

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, providing exceptional service, and addressing their tax- related needs and concerns as both a manager and an advisor.
• Communicate complex tax concepts in a clear and understandable manner to clients and other stakeholders.

Research and Analysis:

• Stay current with changes in tax laws and regulations that impact the construction industry.
• Conduct research on complex tax issues and provide recommendations for tax planning strategies.
• Analyze financial data and prepare reports to support tax positions and planning strategies.

• Supervise and mentor tax staff, providing guidance and support in their professional development.
• Review work prepared by staff for accuracy and completeness.
• Collaborate with other departments and professionals, including attorneys and financial advisors, to provide comprehensive tax and advisory services to clients.

Skills & Characteristics

• Proven experience in working within a professional office environment.
• Open and honest communication is essential to success.
• Possess advanced oral, written & presentation skills to communicate effectively with leadership, partners and client managers along with the general public and business owners within the community.
• Highly detail-orientated leadership mindset with the ability to see the big picture, not individual ones.
• Ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team – always a “Row the Boat as a team” mentality.
• Ability to maintain the highest levels of confidentiality and act with integrity and high character.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills plus process and organizational management skills.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to flexibility in constantly changing situations & needs positively.
• Positive attitude & commitment to assisting the staff and the firm in achieving its vision, mission & goals and adhering to its core values. A willingness to do what it takes to be successful individually, as a practice, and as a firm.

Qualifications
• 5-10+ years of progressive tax experience with 3-5+ years of experience in construction tax.
• In-depth understanding of IRS Section 460 and long-term contract methods.
• Strong knowledge of book-to-tax reconciliation, including experience preparing Schedule M adjustments.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a degree in a similar related field. Master’s degree in Taxation or Business Administration is beneficial.
• CPA certification required.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state (especially Florida) tax laws and regulations related to construction.
• Proficiency in tax preparation software from CCH Axcess, Thomsen-Reuters, or similar tax software.
• Highly proficient in MS Office suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, TEAMs, etc.).

Schedule
• Normal Office Hours: Monday thru Friday, 800A – 500P
• This position is a manager-level position within the tax practice and the weekly investment of hours will be 40- 50 hours depending on the needs of the firm during a particular week. During peak tax season, there may be a requirement for additional work hours.
• Hybrid remote work opportunities available after 6 months.
• This position may require some local travel, and travel to national or regional conferences may be required, but on a limited basis.
• Position is based in either the Fort Myers, FL or Naples, FL office. Remote opportunities may be considered.