Senior Tax Accountant

Steadfast Companies; Irvine (CA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Steadfast Companies is seeking a Senior Tax Accountant to manage tax compliance and planning for complex real estate structures. The role partners with external CPAs, internal teams, and investors to ensure accurate filings and timely advice.

The position focuses on partnerships, S corporations, C corporations, and individuals, with responsibilities spanning tax research, planning, and interdepartmental coordination to support real estate transactions.

Qualifications

• 4–7 years of tax experience, with a strong focus on real estate partnerships.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review federal and state tax returns for partnerships, S corporations, C corporations, and individuals, within real estate investment structures.
• Coordinate with outside CPAs, legal counsel, and internal teams to ensure timely tax filings.
• Prepare tax projections, analyses, and supporting schedules for leadership and investors.
• Handle federal, multi-state, and franchise tax returns and estimated payments.
• Research and resolve tax notices and inquiries from authorities.
• Assist with tax planning for acquisitions, dispositions, refinancings, and other real estate transactions.
• Maintain tax workpapers and supporting documentation.
• Participate in special projects to support department goals.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

CPA preferred

Tools

Lacerte Tax Software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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Senior Tax Accountant

123-Tax Irvine, CA, US

10 days ago Requisition ID: 1218

Salary Range: $90,000.00 To $120,000.00 Annually

Location: Irvine, CA
Work Arrangement: Hybrid (3 days in office, 2 days remote)

Job Summary

The Senior Tax Accountant is responsible for preparing and reviewing tax returns, with a focus on real estate partnerships, S corporations, C corporations, and individual returns. This role partners with outside CPAs, internal accounting teams, and investors to ensure accurate and timely tax compliance, supports tax aspects of real estate transactions, and conducts research to resolve complex tax issues and maintain compliance with current tax laws and regulations.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare and review federal and state tax returns for partnerships, S corporations, C corporations, and individuals, primarily within real estate investment structures.
• Coordinate and communicate with outside CPAs, legal counsel, tax professionals, consultants, and internal teams to ensure timely and accurate tax filings and resolution of tax matters.
• Prepare tax projections, analyses, and supporting schedules for internal leadership and external investors.
• Prepare federal, multi-state, and franchise tax returns, extensions, and estimated tax payments.
• Monitor, research, and resolve tax notices and inquiries from federal, state, and local taxing authorities, coordinating responses with internal teams and external advisors as needed.
• Conduct tax research and analyze technical tax issues to ensure compliance and identify potential risks.
• Assist with tax planning initiatives and provide support for acquisitions, dispositions, refinancings, and other real estate transactions.
• Maintain tax workpapers, electronic records, and supporting documentation while assisting with the timely distribution of tax documents.
• Participate in special projects and other duties as assigned to support departmental and organizational goals.

Qualifications

• 4–7 years of tax experience, with a strong focus on real estate partnerships
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA preferred.
• Proficiency in tax preparation software preferably Lacerte and Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with multi-state filings for real estate entities.
• Familiarity with tax planning strategies related to real estate transactions.
• Strong understanding of basis calculations and partnership allocations.
• Ability to research and resolve complex tax issues.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to multitask, prioritize, and meet deadlines.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills and a collaborative, team-oriented approach.
• Ability to interact effectively with all levels of management.
• Demonstrated initiative, professionalism, and maturity.
• Dependable, flexible, and proactive with strong decision-making skills.
• Exceptional analytical skills and pride in work product.
• Ability to perform multiple tasks in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.