Construction Tax Strategy Leader

Wipfli LLP; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 145,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan options (HMO & PPO)

Dental and vision coverage

HSA enrollment

Life and disability coverage

401(k) with profit share

Well-being incentive

Education & certification assistance

Flexible time off

Family care leave

Parental leave

Family formation benefits

Cell phone reimbursement

Travel rewards

Critical illness & accident insurance

Hospital indemnity insurance

Legal services

Long-term care

Pet insurance

ID theft protection

Supplemental life/AD&D

Job summary

Wipfli LLP in Minneapolis is seeking a Senior Tax Manager to lead client relationships within the Construction Practice, delivering strategic tax and business advisory services while driving growth. You will mentor teams, oversee engagements, and collaborate across service lines to provide integrated solutions for owners and executives.

The role requires CPA, 10+ years of public accounting tax experience in construction, deep knowledge of state taxation, and strong communication and business

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA required.
• 10+ years of public accounting tax experience, including significant experience serving construction industry clients.
• Strong technical expertise in construction accounting, pass‑through taxation, long‑term contract accounting, and multi‑state taxation.
• Proven ability to manage complex client relationships and serve as a strategic advisor to business owners and executives.
• Demonstrated success developing talent, leading teams, and driving client and practice growth.
• Strong communication, leadership, and business development skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted advisor to construction clients, providing strategic tax planning, consulting, and business advisory services.
• Lead complex tax engagements for contractors, developers, and related entities, including multi-state compliance, long-term contract accounting, and entity structuring.
• Proactively identify tax-saving opportunities and provide guidance on emerging tax legislation and industry trends.
• Manage and expand key client relationships, ensuring exceptional service and long-term partnership.
• Drive business development efforts by identifying growth opportunities, participating in industry networking, and supporting proposal and prospect activities.
• Collaborate across service lines to deliver integrated solutions that address clients' business and tax needs.
• Provide oversight of engagement quality, risk management, profitability, and timely delivery.
• Mentor and develop managers, seniors, and staff while fostering a high‑performing, collaborative team culture.
• Contribute to practice growth initiatives, talent development, and the overall success of Wipfli's Construction Practice.

Skills

CPA

Tax experience

Construction industry knowledge

Client relationship management

Leadership

Business development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA license

Job description

Wipfli LLP in Minneapolis is seeking a Senior Tax Manager to lead client relationships within the Construction Practice, delivering strategic tax and business advisory services while driving growth. You will mentor teams, oversee engagements, and collaborate across service lines to provide integrated solutions for owners and executives.

The role requires CPA, 10+ years of public accounting tax experience in construction, deep knowledge of state taxation, and strong communication and business