Senior Tax Associate - Real Estate

Aprio; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401k with Profit Sharing

Parental Leave

Tuition Assistance

CPA support program

Discretionary incentive compensation

Incentive compensation for client orig

Wellness program

Remote and Hybrid options

Job summary

Aprio is seeking a Senior Tax Associate to join our Real Estate practice, delivering high-quality tax planning, consulting, and compliance services to a diverse client portfolio. You will partner with firm leadership to develop innovative strategies and broaden your technical expertise with minimal travel.

The role offers growth within a collaborative tax practice, offering hybrid-work flexibility in Woodland Hills, CA and opportunities to advance toward CPA licensure as you serve corporate,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required.
• 3-5 years of experience in federal tax consulting/compliance in public accounting.
• Experience preparing and reviewing Corporate, S-Corp., and/or Partnership tax returns.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in tax software and related technology.
• Preferred: Real estate tax focus or relevant industry experience.
• Preferred: Master’s degree in Taxation.
• Preferred: Licensed CPA.

Responsibilities

• Provide tax planning, consulting, and compliance services to a portfolio of real estate and related clients.
• Collaborate with partners to design and deliver innovative tax strategies aligned to each client’s objectives.
• Prepare and review federal and state income tax returns for Corporate, S-Corp., and Partnership entities.
• Research and analyze complex tax issues, communicating findings clearly to clients and engagement teams.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through proactive communication and high-quality service.

Skills

Federal tax

Real estate tax focus

Client communication

Tax planning

Tax software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Master’s degree in Taxation

Licensed CPA

Tools

Tax software

Job description

Work with a Top 20 CPA and advisory firm that Accounts for Anything. Aprio has 40 U.S. office locations, as well as international office locations and more than 3,200 team members that speak 60+ languages across the globe. By bringing together proven expertise, deep understanding, and strategic foresight for fast-growing industries, Aprio ensures clients are prepared for wherever life or business may take them. Discover a top-rated culture, vast growth opportunities and your next big career move with Aprio.

Job Summary:

Aprio is seeking a Senior Tax Associate to join our Real Estate practice, where you will deliver high-quality tax planning, consulting, and compliance services to a diverse portfolio of middle- to large-sized clients. You will partner closely with firm leadership to develop and execute innovative tax strategies that create real, measurable value for clients navigating complex real estate tax landscapes. This role offers the opportunity to deepen your technical expertise, grow lasting client relationships, and advance your career within a collaborative, high-performing tax practice, all with minimal travel required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide tax planning, consulting, and compliance services to a portfolio of real estate and related clients
• Collaborate with partners to design and deliver innovative tax strategies aligned to each client’s unique objectives
• Prepare and review federal and state income tax returns for Corporate, S-Corp., and Partnership entities
• Research and analyze complex tax issues, communicating findings clearly and effectively to clients and engagement teams
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through proactive communication and responsive, high-quality service

Candidate Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
• 3-5 years of experience in federal tax consulting and/or compliance in public accounting
• Experience preparing and reviewing Corporate, S-Corp., and/or Partnership tax returns
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency in tax software and related technology
• Preferred : Real estate tax focus or relevant industry experience
• Preferred : Master’s degree in Taxation
• Preferred : Licensed CPA

What You’ll Gain/ Impact:

• Direct exposure to sophisticated real estate-focused tax engagements that strengthen and expand your technical skill set
• Opportunity to collaborate with experienced partners on high-impact, client-tailored tax planning strategies
• A growth-oriented environment that actively supports your professional development and CPA licensure goals
• Hands-on experience serving a diverse client base across corporate, S-Corp., and partnership structures
• A flexible, inclusive work environment that supports work/life balance with minimal travel requirements

Leadership Skills:

• Building Relationships
• Adaptability
• Client Focus
• Driving Execution
• Continuous Improvement
• Communication

Additional Details:

• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Work Environment : Hybrid
• Location : Woodland Hills, CA
• Travel : Minimal to none

$70,000 - $133,500 a year

The salary range for this opportunity is stated above. As such, an actual salary may fall closer to one or the other end of the range, and in certain circumstances, may wind up being outside of the listed salary range.

Why work for Aprio:

Whether you are just starting out, looking to advance into management or searching for your next leadership role, Aprio offers an opportunity to grow with a future-focused, innovative firm.

Perks/Benefits we offer for full-time team members:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance on the first day of employment
• Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account
• 401k with Profit Sharing
• 9+ holidays and discretionary time off structure
• Parental Leave – coverage for both primary and secondary caregivers
• Tuition Assistance Program and CPA support program with cash incentive upon completion
• Discretionary incentive compensation based on firm, group and individual performance
• Incentive compensation related to origination of new client sales
• Top rated wellness program
• Flexible working environment including remote and hybrid options

What’s in it for you:

• Working with an industry leader: Be part of a high-growth firm that is passionate for what's next.
• An awesome culture: Thirty-one fundamental behaviors guide our culture every day ensuring we always deliver an exceptional team-member and client experience. We call it the Aprio Way. This shared mindset creates lasting relationships between team members and with clients.
• A great team: Work with a high-energy, passionate, caring and ambitious team of professionals in a collaborative culture.
• Entrepreneurship: Have the freedom to innovate and bring your ideas to help us grow to become the CPA firm of choice nationally.
• Growth opportunities: Grow professionally in an environment that fosters continuous learning and advancement.
• Competitive compensation: You will be rewarded with competitive compensation, industry-leading benefits and a flexible work environment to enjoy work/life balance.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Aprio is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex; pregnancy; sexual orientation; gender identity and/or expression; age; disability; genetic information, citizenship status; military service obligations or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Aprio, LLP and Aprio Advisory Group, LLC, operate in an alternative business structure, with Aprio Advisory Group, LLC providing non-attest tax and consulting services, and Aprio, LLP providing CPA firm services.