Construction Tax Manager

Job Description

Title: Manager, Tax (Construction Practice)

Reports to: Tax Practice Leader, Construction

Office Location: Ft. Myers or Naples, Florida

Pay: $95,000-$125,000 per year + Bonuses

Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Fully-paid Life, AD&D, Self-Managed PTO, Parental/Maternity/Paternity Leave, Clothing Gifts, 401K Match to 5%, Annual Performance Reviews, P.R.O.M.I.S.E. Bonus Program, Continuing Education Assistance Program, Industry Membership Dues Paid

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 may be 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.
• The position is based in either the Fort Myers, FL or Naples, FL office. Remote opportunities for this position are not available.

Organization

Our client is a highly respected and long-established public accounting and advisory firm headquartered in Southwest Florida. They are multi-year winner of one of the Best Places to Work, by Accounting Today magazine, and Best Companies to Work for, by Florida Trend magazine, along with being recognized as one of the Top 500 CPA firms in the U.S. by Inside Public Accounting.

With a strong commitment to client service and community impact, they offer a range of value-driven solutions in tax, accounting, litigation support, and business advisory services. The firm fosters a team-oriented, growth-focused environment where professionals are empowered with the latest tools and training to succeed at the highest levels of performance.

They take pride in the strong, lasting relationships they build with clients and are equally dedicated to maintaining a collaborative and inclusive culture internally.

Position

The Construction Tax Manager will manage the tax compliance, planning, and review for construction and construction-related clients. This role is responsible for tax compliance, planning, reporting, and review, 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. The Construction Tax Manager will also be responsible for managing client relationships along with supervising team members working within the practice.

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.

Team Leadership:

• 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 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.).