Associate Tax Manager - Real Estate

Mahoney | CPAs and Advisors•Saint Paul, MN

92d•Hybrid

About The Position

At Mahoney, our Real Estate Solutions Team provides specialized guidance to clients in the affordable housing and commercial sectors, focusing on Low-Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC), Historic Tax Credits (HTC), and other complex real estate compliance needs. We assist clients with HUD audits, real estate taxation, and ongoing tax management to ensure compliance and financial stability. Mahoney, located near downtown St. Paul, has been recognized as a top workplace and offers comprehensive audit, tax, and consulting services.

Requirements

Proven ability to perform the core duties outlined above.
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related degree.
Background in public accounting or a client-focused environment.

Nice To Haves

Active CPA license or working towards completion.
Experience with Real Estate clients and/or nonprofit organizations.
Prior experience with Engagement Manager, CCH ProSystem fx, and CCH Axcess.

Responsibilities

Prepare and review Low-Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC) and Historic Tax Credits (HTC) cost certifications.
Review and sign partnership tax returns.
Develop financial projections for real estate projects.
Analyze property-level financial data using advanced Microsoft Excel capabilities (e.g., power queries, data modeling, advanced pivot tables, advanced formulas, dynamic arrays).
Manage complex tax workpapers.
Automate tasks such as data entry, report generation, and data analysis to improve efficiency and accuracy.
Anticipate and resolve complex tax issues, recommending effective solutions for clients.
Partner with internal team members to guide clients through the full lifecycle of real estate projects, from pre-development planning and financing to deal structuring and exit strategies.
Serve as a mentor and leader within the firm, providing coaching, feedback, and knowledge-sharing to enhance team capabilities.