Senior Tax Manager

Senior Tax ManagerLarge Diversified Real Estate Investment OrganizationChicago, IL | Hybrid (Monday-Thursday onsite, Friday remote)

Do you have the right skills and experience for this role Read on to find out, and make your application.
A large, well-established real estate investment and operating company is seeking a Senior Tax Manager to join its corporate tax team. This is a highly visible role supporting complex partnership structures, tax compliance, transactions, and process improvement initiatives within a sophisticated, growth-oriented environment.
The team is looking for a hands-on tax leader who enjoys technical tax work, especially that which centers around partnership tax; mentoring staff; and improving processes. This is not a purely review-oriented position. The successful candidate will be expected to remain close to the work while helping guide a small team and support a complex tax operation.
Key ResponsibilitiesLead the preparation and review of federal, state, and local tax compliance filingsReview partnership tax returns, workpapers, Schedule K-1 reporting, and related compliance documentationAnalyze partnership transactions and allocationsSupport tax planning, tax research, and transaction-related projectsManage tax compliance deadlines and filing calendarsReview legal documents and organizational changes for tax implicationsAssist with tax reporting related to acquisitions, dispositions, restructurings, and other strategic initiativesDrive process improvement and technology-enhancement initiatives across the tax functionSupport tax audits and responses to taxing authoritiesPrepare tax projections, forecasts, schedules, and supporting analysisSupervise and develop a small team of tax professionals
Required QualificationsBachelor's degree in Accounting or related field6+ years of tax experienceSignificant experience with partnership taxationStrong Form 1065 compliance and review backgroundExperience with partnership allocations and complex partnership structuresAbility to review technical tax work and mentor staffStrong analytical, organizational, and communication skillsAbility to manage competing priorities and deadlinesProcess-improvement mindset
Preferred QualificationsCPAMaster's degree in TaxationPublic accounting experience with partnership tax emphasisReal estate, fund, or other complex partnership structure experienceOneSource experienceGoSystems experienceJoint venture experienceSection 1031 exchange exposureInterest in automation, AI, data, or tax technology initiatives
Why Consider This Opportunity?Direct exposure to complex partnership structures and transactionsOpportunity to influence process improvements and modernization effortsVisible role with interaction across finance, accounting, and leadership teamsLong-term career growth potential within a large, established organizationStable platform with significant ongoing business activity and strategic initiativesOpportunity to lead and develop staff while remaining technically engaged
Benefits & CompensationBase Salary: $155,000-$190,000Bonus: EligiblePaid Time Off (PTO): 20 days of PTO annually, plus 5 paid sick days. PTO is offered on an accrual basis and prorated based on hire date.Paid Holidays: 10 paid holidays per year.Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance: Coverage effective Day 1. Includes employee and dependent coverage options. Costs vary by plan selection.401(k) Retirement Plan: Employer match available. Details provided upon hire.Life and Disability Insurance: Includes term life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability coverage.Wellness Benefits: Includes access to mental health support and employee assistance programs (EAP).Professional Development: Career development support available. xzbcwsv
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/DisabledTo read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to Candidate Privacy Information Statement.