Senior Tax Manager (Construction)

Leoforce; Scottsdale (AZ); Hybrid; USD 155,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

401(k) with Safe Harbor

Medical, Dental, Vision

Employer-Paid Life Insurance

HSA with employer contribution

Generous PTO and holidays

Hybrid/Remote options

Path to partnership

Job summary

Leoforce in Scottsdale, AZ, is seeking a Manager-level tax professional to lead complex federal and multi-state engagements for partnerships, S corporations, C corporations, LLCs, and real estate entities.

You will mentor tax staff, manage multiple engagements, advise on long-term contract accounting, and work with construction industry clients. A CPA license and 7+ years public accounting tax experience are required, with a Master’s in Taxation preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field; Master's in Taxation preferred.
• Active CPA license required.
• Minimum 7 years of public accounting tax experience, with strong construction industry focus.
• Demonstrated experience reviewing complex business tax returns and leading client engagements.
• Strong knowledge of pass-through entities, multi-state taxation, and long-term contract accounting methods.
• Proven ability to manage multiple engagements and competing deadlines simultaneously.
• Prior supervisory or management experience in a public accounting environment.
• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Review complex federal and multi-state tax returns for partnerships, S corporations, C corporations, LLCs, high-net-worth individuals, construction contractors, and real estate entities.
• Lead tax planning and consulting engagements from start to finish.
• Advise clients on long-term contract accounting, percentage of completion and completed contract methods, bonus depreciation, cost segregation, and entity structuring.
• Serve as a trusted strategic advisor to construction business owners and executive teams.
• Research and resolve complex federal and state tax issues.
• Own client relationships and drive year-round planning conversations.
• Mentor, supervise, and develop tax staff, seniors, and managers.
• Review workpapers and returns for technical accuracy, quality, and efficiency.
• Assist with IRS and state tax notices and examinations.
• Contribute to firm growth, client service improvements, and internal process development.

Skills

Tax planning

Client management

Supervising staff

Public accounting

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting

Master's in Taxation preferred

CPA license

Job description

Job Description

Experience: Manager

Salary: $155,000 - $200,000 per year

Job Details

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Review complex federal and multi-state tax returns for partnerships, S corporations, C corporations, LLCs, high-net-worth individuals, construction contractors, and real estate entities
• Lead tax planning and consulting engagements from start to finish
• Advise clients on long-term contract accounting, percentage of completion and completed contract methods, bonus depreciation, cost segregation, and entity structuring
• Serve as a trusted strategic advisor to construction business owners and executive teams
• Research and resolve complex federal and state tax issues
• Own client relationships and drive year-round planning conversations
• Mentor, supervise, and develop tax staff, seniors, and managers
• Review workpapers and returns for technical accuracy, quality, and efficiency
• Assist with IRS and state tax notices and examinations
• Contribute to firm growth, client service improvements, and internal process development

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field; Master's in Taxation preferred
• Active CPA license required
• Minimum 7 years of public accounting tax experience, with strong construction industry focus
• Demonstrated experience reviewing complex business tax returns and leading client engagements
• Strong knowledge of pass-through entities, multi-state taxation, and long-term contract accounting methods
• Proven ability to manage multiple engagements and competing deadlines simultaneously
• Prior supervisory or management experience in a public accounting environment
• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship

A bit about us

Founded nearly 20 years ago and based in Chandler, Arizona, we are a full-service tax, accounting, and consulting firm that is genuinely selective about the clients we take on and even more so about the people we bring onto our team. We've built a reputation in Arizona for delivering highly detailed, strategic work across tax planning, advisory, and audit and assurance services, with a real depth of expertise in the construction industry. We're a member of the BDO Alliance USA, which gives our team access to national-level resources while keeping the culture and relationships of a tight-knit firm. Growth here is real, structured, and supported, whether that's your CPA, a specialty designation, or a path toward partnership.

Why join us?

• Competitive Compensation: Competitive base salary (DOE) + annual performance-based bonus
• 401(k) with 3% Safe Harbor Employer Match
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Employer-Paid Life Insurance, HSA with employer contribution
• Generous PTO, Paid Holidays, and Friday Afternoons Off
• Busy Season is Manageable: 50-hour max during an 8-week busy season, 40-hour standard the rest of the year
• Hybrid and Remote Work Options Available
• Clear Path to Advancement: Defined partnership matrix and career growth pathways within the firm

Learning and Development Fully Supported: CPE covered, CPA Exam reimbursement, mentorship and coaching built in

Collaborative Culture: Approachable leadership, open communication, and a team that actually invests in each other

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