Accounting & Tax Manager - Construction

Simon Lever LLC; Mechanicsburg (Cumberland County); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Simon Lever LLC is seeking an Accounting & Tax Manager in Construction who will manage client engagements and provide specialized accounting and industry advice. This trusted advisor will develop client relationships, deliver solutions across accounting and tax, and lead teams with a focus on quality service in a collaborative, hybrid work environment.

The role requires CPA licensure and 5–8+ years in public accounting with construction experience, plus mentoring and growth responsibilities.

Qualifications

• CPA license with a degree in business, finance, accounting, taxation, or related field.
• 5–8+ years of public accounting experience focused on accounting and tax.
• 2+ years as an in-charge or lead advisor for construction clients.
• Demonstrated ability to meet charge hour goals and improve productivity.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills and industry curiosity.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strong client relationships to understand business objectives.
• Deliver accounting, tax, and advisory solutions for construction and other industries.
• Lead, plan, oversee, and execute client engagements within budget and timelines.
• Mentor and coach team members for growth and performance.
• Connect clients with internal or external specialists as needed.
• Stay up to date on public accounting and construction industry developments.
• Support firm growth initiatives and client account development.

Skills

Public accounting

Client engagements

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Team leadership

Learning mindset

Education

CPA license

Bachelor's or Master's in Business/Finance/Accounting/Taxation

Tools

MS Office

Tax software

Accounting software

Job description

At Simon Lever, the Accounting & Tax Manager in Construction serves as a trusted advisor who delivers exceptional client service, oversees client engagements, and provides specialized accounting and industry expertise and counsel to our clients and team. This Accounting & Tax Manager in Construction opportunity offers the ability to focus on your career interests and strengths, coupled with a supportive and collaborative team. We provide the same level of care to our colleagues as our clients while building trust and pursuing excellence. Our culture of care guides everything we do!

Accounting & Tax Manager in Construction Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain strong client relationships to gain a deep understanding of their business and objectives
• Deliver creative client solutions to complex accounting, tax, and business issues within construction and other industries
• Apply accounting, advisory, and tax expertise to effectively support client and firm needs
• Lead, plan, oversee, and execute client engagements to ensure outstanding service, within appropriate budgeting and job realizations
• Connect clients with additional internal or external specialists as needed
• Delegate tasks, set clear goals, provide necessary resources, remove obstacles, and manage schedules to ensure efficient, timely completion of projects
• Mentor and coach team members, supporting their professional growth, development, and performance
• Participate in firm growth initiatives and client account development to generate new client revenue and expand revenue from existing clients
• Stay up to date on public accounting and construction industry developments

Accounting & Tax Manager in Construction Qualifications:

• 5–8+ years of public accounting experience with an emphasis on accounting and tax
• 2+ years as an in-charge or lead advisor in public accounting supporting construction clients
• CPA license with a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Taxation, or a related field
• Demonstrated ability to meet or exceed personal charge hour goals and promote efficiency and productivity within the team
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to creatively improve and follow processes
• Strong curiosity to fully understand the construction industry
• Technical proficiency in MS Office, tax and accounting software, and the ability to learn new applications

Join Simon Lever as a Accounting & Tax Manager in Construction to advance your career, make a meaningful impact for clients, and be part of a supportive and collaborative team. We are a Best Places to Work in PA that offers competitive pay, excellent benefits, and a flexible, hybrid working environment!

Equal Employment Opportunity

Simon Lever provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.