Tax Director, Real Estate & Construction

Responsibilities

• Lead and review complex income tax engagements for construction clients, including partnerships, S corporations, and C corporations.
• Manage and mentor engagement teams, ensuring high-quality deliverables and adherence to project deadlines.
• Provide strategic tax consulting related to job costing, revenue recognition (ASC 606), UNICAP, percentage-of-completion accounting, and multi-state nexus issues.
• Advise clients on entity structure, succession planning, ownership transitions, and tax-efficient strategies for mergers, acquisitions, and reorganizations within the construction industry.
• Identify and address opportunities for tax savings, credits, and incentives, including R&D, energy efficiency, and equipment depreciation.
• Oversee compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations impacting construction operations, including payroll tax, sales and use tax, and gross receipts tax.
• Collaborate with assurance and advisory teams to deliver integrated solutions that align with clients’ operational and financial goals.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to C-level executives, providing insights on the financial and operational tax implications of construction projects and business strategies.
• Drive growth by developing new client relationships and expanding services to existing clients.
• Participate in industry events and thought leadership efforts to enhance the firm’s visibility in the construction market.

Qualifications

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; Master’s degree in Taxation highly preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in public accounting, with a focus on federal and state tax compliance and consulting for the construction industry.
• Strong technical expertise in S-Corporation & Partnership taxation and multi-entity structures.
• In-depth knowledge of construction industry accounting and tax issues, including long-term contracts (Section 460, bonding, and state nexus).
• Proven leadership and client relationship management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to explain complex tax concepts clearly.
• Experience with CCH Axcess, CaseWare, and related tax software preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple engagements, lead teams, and contribute to firm growth initiatives.