Tax Manager - Real Estate

Mahoney•St Paul, MN

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Mahoney's 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. The team offers expertise in HUD audits, real estate taxation, tax planning, and ongoing tax management to help clients navigate compliance and achieve 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.
Active CPA license.
Background in public accounting or a client-focused environment.
Deep proficiency in Microsoft Excel, using advanced tools (e.g. power queries, data modeling, advanced pivot tables, advanced formulas).

Nice To Haves

Experience with Real Estate clients and/or nonprofit organizations.
Prior experience with Engagement Manager, CCH ProSystem Fx, and CCH Axcess.

Responsibilities

Provide strategic oversight and technical leadership by applying advanced tax rules and audit expertise to review and sign partnership tax returns, financial statements, and cost certifications.
Lead the preparation and review of LIHTC and HTC cost certifications.
Develop financial projects for real estate projects.
Analyze elaborate property-level data using advanced Microsoft Excel tools (e.g., power queries, data modeling, advanced pivot tables, advanced formulas).
Manage sophisticated tax and financial workpapers.
Automate processes such as data entry, report generation, and real estate-specific data analysis.
Refine staff work, bolster financial foundations, improve the clarity and structure of workpapers, and equip team members to navigate high-level LIHTC, HTC, and real estate tax concepts.
Conduct research on intricate issues and provide well-informed, practical solutions.
Deliver expert guidance on real estate projects, offering innovative strategies tailored to each client's goals.
Maintain consistent and effective communication across all organization levels.
Manage and develop staff by providing coaching, feedback, and direction.