Jobs · Accounting · California

Tax Manager - Real Estate

Ascend · San Jose, CA · 3 wk ago
Accounting$130k–$160k/yrFull-time

Responsibilities

  • Manage and review complex income tax returns and workpapers for individuals, partnerships, corporations (C and S), fiduciaries, estates, and CA LLCs.
  • Lead client engagements, overseeing tax planning, compliance, and provision services across diverse industries.
  • Prepare and review federal, state, and local tax filings, including Forms 1065, 1120, 1040, and 1041.
  • Aid in tax structuring and planning for real estate transactions, including 1031 exchanges, joint ventures, capital events, and exit strategies.
  • Support high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) with income tax optimization, charitable giving, estate planning, and wealth transfer strategies.
  • Conduct tax research, prepare technical memoranda, and assist with IRS and state audit responses.
  • Manage K-1 reporting, partner capital accounts, and basis tracking for complex ownership structures.
  • Build and maintain strong client relationships through effective communication, timely service delivery, and project management.
  • Serve as a trusted advisor by identifying tax risks, consulting opportunities, and offering practical, business-focused solutions.
  • Supervise, mentor, and develop junior staff to foster a collaborative, high-performing team.
  • Ensure timely and accurate preparation, review, and filing of all required tax forms.
  • Contribute to business development initiatives and departmental process improvements.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams on complex tax provisions and related accounting issues.
  • Perform additional duties and special projects as needed.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field
  • CPA License preferred
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in tax accounting
  • Advance knowledge of partnership tax, real estate taxation, and relevant tax compliance issues
  • Excellent communication, leadership and organizational skills
  • Experience managing tax engagement and supervising staff
  • Ability to work effectively in a team environment

Pay

The annual base salary range for this role is $130,000-$160,000. This range includes the anticipated low and high end the salary range for this position. Actual compensation may vary based on various factors, including experience, education and/or skill level.

Schedule

Pacific or Central Time candidates are preferred for remote candidates.

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