Senior Construction Tax Manager & Advisor

Wipfli LLP; Lincolnshire (IL); Hybrid; USD 113,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan options

Dental & vision

HSA with firm contribution

Employee assistance

Life & disability insurance

401(k) with matching

Well-being incentive

Education & certification assistance

Flexible time off

Family care leave

Parental leave

Family formation benefits

Cell phone reimbursement

Travel rewards

Job summary

Wipfli LLP seeks an experienced construction tax professional to manage complex returns and oversee multi-state compliance for construction clients. You will lead engagement teams, conduct advanced tax research, and provide strategic guidance on entity structure and planning.

CPA is required and proficiency with CCH Axcess or ProSystem fx is expected. This role offers hybrid work in Lincolnshire, IL with growth opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 5+ years public accounting tax experience, preferably construction industry.
• Strong technical knowledge of construction accounting, multi-entity structures, pass-through taxation, long-term contract methods.
• CPA required.
• Experience reviewing complex returns and managing client portfolios.
• Proven ability to lead teams and support talent development.
• Proficiency in CCH Axcess, ProSystem fx, or similar platforms.

Responsibilities

• Manage and review complex tax returns for construction clients.
• Oversee federal, state, and multi-state tax compliance for construction clients.
• Experience with long-term contract accounting, including percentage-of-completion (Sec. 460).
• Conduct complex tax research and analyze construction-specific implications.
• Provide tax planning guidance around contractor structures and entity selection.
• Offer proactive advisory services for construction business owners (cash flow, depreciation, capital planning).
• Identify tax-savings opportunities, including methods changes and project-based planning.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for construction clients; build long-term relationships and provide year-round strategic advice.
• Communicate effectively with construction executives, bonding companies, and external advisors.
• Supervise, coach, and develop staff; oversee engagement teams.
• Delegate and manage multiple tax engagements simultaneously.
• Ensure work aligns with firm quality standards, deadlines, and client expectations.

Skills

Public accounting tax

Construction accounting

Team leadership

Tax research

Client relationship management

Tools

CCH Axcess

ProSystem fx

Job description

Wipfli LLP seeks an experienced construction tax professional to manage complex returns and oversee multi-state compliance for construction clients. You will lead engagement teams, conduct advanced tax research, and provide strategic guidance on entity structure and planning.

CPA is required and proficiency with CCH Axcess or ProSystem fx is expected. This role offers hybrid work in Lincolnshire, IL with growth opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package.