Sr. Tax Manager, Real Estate

Baker Tilly • New York City, NY

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About The Position

Baker Tilly is hiring a Senior Tax Manager to provide industry-focused tax advisory and compliance services to middle-market clients in the real estate sector. The role involves serving as a trusted business advisor, leading client relationships, and working with firm leadership to serve clients and grow the business. The Senior Tax Manager will mentor and coach staff, support their professional development, and contribute to the growth and success of the firm. The position offers career development opportunities and flexibility in how and where work is performed; work location requirements should be discussed with a Baker Tilly talent acquisition professional.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, law, or a similar business degree.
• CPA or JD required.
• Eight or more years of experience providing federal tax compliance and consulting services in a professional services firm.
• Five or more years of supervisory experience, including mentoring and counseling associates.
• Demonstrated management, analytical, organizational, interpersonal, project management, and communication skills.
• Ability to lead and supervise others, provide exceptional client service, and maintain a commitment to continuous learning and current tax strategies.
• Ability to understand both the big picture and details, demonstrate ethical knowledge and commitment, and complete quality work with a sense of urgency.
• Highly developed software and Microsoft Suite skills.

Nice To Haves

• A master’s or other advanced degree is desirable.
• Eligibility to work in the U.S. without sponsorship is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day tax relationships with clients ranging from middle-market businesses to multinational organizations.
• Provide federal tax compliance and consulting services to industry-specific clients.
• Consult on technical matters and special projects involving corporate and flow-through taxation, accounting methods, and ASC 740.
• Research tax matters, respond to IRS and other tax authority inquiries, and make recommendations to clients.
• Coordinate with specialty tax practices on state and local, high-net-worth, international, research and development, and credits and incentives matters.
• Manage engagement staffing, billing and collections, and client profitability targets.
• Network and build internal and external relationships to acquire new clients, projects, and revenue.
• Participate in firm-wide learning and development programs and invest in ongoing professional development.
• Support team members’ growth through the Baker Tilly Care and Teach philosophy, mentoring associates toward their professional goals.
• Contribute to a work-life balance through friendships, social activities, and team outings.

Benefits

• Compensation and benefits package for eligible employees.
• Flexibility in how and where work is done.
• Structured programs supporting time off and professional development, including My Time Off and My Development.
• Social activities and team outings that encourage work-life balance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior