Senior Tax Manager

LHH · Chicago, United States

Senior Tax Manager

Large Diversified Real Estate Investment Organization

Chicago, IL | Hybrid (Monday-Thursday onsite, Friday remote)

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 Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and review of federal, state, and local tax compliance filings
• Review partnership tax returns, workpapers, Schedule K-1 reporting, and related compliance documentation
• Analyze partnership transactions and allocations
• Support tax planning, tax research, and transaction-related projects
• Manage tax compliance deadlines and filing calendars
• Review legal documents and organizational changes for tax implications
• Assist with tax reporting related to acquisitions, dispositions, restructurings, and other strategic initiatives
• Drive process improvement and technology-enhancement initiatives across the tax function
• Support tax audits and responses to taxing authorities
• Prepare tax projections, forecasts, schedules, and supporting analysis
• Supervise and develop a small team of tax professionals

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field
• 6+ years of tax experience
• Significant experience with partnership taxation
• Strong Form 1065 compliance and review background
• Experience with partnership allocations and complex partnership structures
• Ability to review technical tax work and mentor staff
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines
• Process-improvement mindset

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA
• Master's degree in Taxation
• Public accounting experience with partnership tax emphasis
• Real estate, fund, or other complex partnership structure experience
• OneSource experience
• GoSystems experience
• Joint venture experience
• Section 1031 exchange exposure
• Interest in automation, AI, data, or tax technology initiatives

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Direct exposure to complex partnership structures and transactions
• Opportunity to influence process improvements and modernization efforts
• Visible role with interaction across finance, accounting, and leadership teams
• Long-term career growth potential within a large, established organization
• Stable platform with significant ongoing business activity and strategic initiatives
• Opportunity to lead and develop staff while remaining technically engaged

Benefits & Compensation

• Base Salary: $155,000-$190,000
• Bonus: Eligible
• Paid 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.

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