Senior Tax Manager

LarraStaff Corp.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing public accounting firm in Boston is seeking a Senior Tax Manager to oversee real estate tax engagements and mentor a professional team. The ideal candidate will have extensive real estate taxation experience and proven leadership abilities. This role offers a competitive salary, bonus potential, and opportunities for professional growth within a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Bonus potential

Comprehensive benefits

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• CPA license ideal.
• 8+ years of progressive tax experience, with 3 years in a managerial role.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead tax engagements for real estate clients.
• Review complex tax returns, ensuring compliance.
• Provide strategic tax planning and advisory services.

Skills

Leadership skills

Client relationship management

Real estate taxation expertise

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Master’s in Taxation

Job description

Overview

Base pay range $125,000.00/yr - $155,000.00/yr

Location: Boston, MA | Status: Full-time | Industry: Public Accounting

This range is provided by LarraStaff Corp.. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

About the Firm

Our client is a high-growth, national public accounting firm with a reputation for excellence, personalized service, and deep industry expertise. With a collaborative culture, modern approach to client service, and strong professional development opportunities, the firm is a trusted advisor to an impressive roster of clients. Their real estate practice is one of the fastest-growing in the region, serving developers, owners, operators, and investors in both commercial and residential sectors.

Position Overview

The Senior Tax Manager will play a key leadership role within the firm’s real estate tax practice, overseeing complex engagements, advising high-profile clients, and mentoring a talented team of professionals. This individual will work directly with partners to drive client service excellence, ensure technical accuracy, and support the continued growth of the practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage tax engagements for real estate clients, including partnerships, REITs, developers, and investment entities.
• Review and sign off on complex tax returns, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations.
• Provide strategic tax planning, structuring, and advisory services to optimize clients’ tax positions.
• Partner with clients to anticipate issues, identify opportunities, and deliver proactive solutions.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop staff and managers, fostering technical growth and leadership skills.
• Maintain strong client relationships and serve as a trusted advisor, regularly meeting with client executives and stakeholders.
• Stay current on industry developments, tax law changes, and emerging best practices affecting the real estate sector.
• Contribute to business development initiatives, including networking, proposals, and client presentations.

Qualifications

• CPA license ideal.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; Master’s in Taxation preferred.
• 8+ years of progressive tax experience, with at least 3 years in a managerial role within public accounting.
• Strong expertise in real estate taxation, including partnership taxation, like-kind exchanges, depreciation, and entity structuring.
• Proven leadership skills, with a track record of developing and managing high-performing teams.
• Excellent client relationship management and communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment and manage multiple priorities.

Why Join This Firm?

• High-growth regional firm with a strong market presence.
• Collaborative, team-oriented culture with direct partner access.
• Opportunity to work with some of the most prominent real estate players in the region.
• Competitive compensation, bonus potential, and comprehensive benefits.
• Professional development and clear paths for advancement.

Seniority level

• Director

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Accounting/Auditing
• Industries: Professional Services

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