Tax Administrator

Block Real Estate Services, LLC•Kansas City, MO

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Block Real Estate Services (BRES), LLC is seeking a detail-oriented, motivated Tax Administrator for its corporate accounting team. This entry-level role supports tax-related processes across a portfolio of investment properties and affiliated business entities, including approximately 350 LLCs. Under the guidance of the Tax Manager, the administrator collects, organizes, and tracks tax workpapers and supporting documents; assists with tax forms and schedules; and helps coordinate information among property accounting teams, external tax advisors, and third-party vendors. The role provides hands-on exposure to property tax administration, year-end processes, tax notice responses, and entity record maintenance. The position is based in the company’s Kansas City office and requires onsite attendance Monday through Friday, with flexible working hours. Training is provided for property management systems used to obtain reports and data needed for tax compliance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent coursework or experience.
0–2 years of experience in accounting, tax, or a related role; recent graduates are encouraged to apply.
Interest in building a career in tax or real estate accounting.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and comfort learning new software systems.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Positive attitude, curiosity, and willingness to learn.
Ability to work as a team player, take direction, stay self-motivated, and meet deadlines.

Nice To Haves

Exposure to commercial real estate or property management.
Familiarity with Yardi software.

Responsibilities

Collect, organize, and track tax workpapers and supporting documentation for investment properties and entities, including approximately 350 LLCs.
Assist in compiling K-1s, 1099s, W-9s, and related schedules for timely submission to external CPA firms and tax preparers.
Communicate with internal property accounting teams, external tax advisors, and third-party vendors to request and follow up on information.
Help gather and track federal, state, and local tax return information for partnerships, corporations, and other entities.
Track property tax assessments and payments and help identify discrepancies for review.
Support year-end tax processes, including reconciliations, compiled financials, and documentation for external auditors and tax advisors.
Assist with responses to tax notices, assessments, and inquiries from tax authorities under the direction of the Tax Manager or Chief Financial Officer.
Maintain and update tax-related records and entity documentation to support compliance requirements.
Research basic tax regulations and updates as assigned and share findings with the team.
Respond to routine investor and internal stakeholder questions about tax documents, including K-1s, with clear, professional communication.
Learn to use Yardi and Club Essential to obtain reports and data for tax compliance; training is provided.
Provide accurate data and documentation for projects led by the Tax Manager and Chief Financial Officer.
Share ideas for improving tax workflows, organization, tracking, and documentation.