Senior Tax Manager - Construction Industry

Sprowls and Company; Chandler (AZ); Hybrid; USD 160,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Performance-based bonuses

Continuing education and professional development support

Strong work-life balance culture

Direct interaction with business owners and executives

Job summary

Sprowls and Company is looking for a Senior Tax Manager in Chandler, Arizona. This professional will lead federal and multi-state tax engagements, providing strategic advice to construction and closely held businesses.

The position emphasizes client interaction, leadership, and significant opportunities for career growth within public accounting, alongside a competitive compensation package with performance bonuses.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of public accounting tax experience.
• Proven experience reviewing complex business tax returns.
• Ability to manage client relationships and mentor team members.

Responsibilities

• Review complex federal and multi-state tax returns.
• Lead tax planning and consulting engagements.
• Advise clients on long-term contract accounting and tax issues.

Skills

Construction industry tax experience

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Managing multiple engagements

Education

Active CPA license

Tools

UltraTax

Thomson Reuters products

QuickBooks

Job description

Work Arrangement: Hybrid or Remote Flexibility Available

Position Type: Full-Time

Compensation: $160,000 – $220,000 DOE + Performance Bonuses

Experience: 7+ years public accounting tax experience

License: Active CPA required

About Sprowls & Company

Sprowls & Company, P.C. is a growing public accounting firm specializing in tax, accounting, and advisory services for construction and construction-adjacent businesses, real estate companies, and closely held businesses throughout the United States.

We help clients manage risk, maximize bonding capacity, improve cash flow, and make informed tax and business decisions.

Position Overview

We are seeking a Senior Tax Manager with construction industry experience to join our leadership team. This role is ideal for an experienced manager or senior manager-level CPA who enjoys complex tax planning, direct client advisory work, team leadership, and long-term growth within public accounting.

This position offers significant client interaction, leadership visibility, and a long-term opportunity for Principal/Partner.

Key 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
• Advise clients on long-term contract accounting, completed contract and percentage-of-completion methods, revenue recognition, bonus depreciation, cost segregation, and entity structuring
• Serve as a trusted advisor to construction business owners and executive teams
• Research and resolve complex federal and state tax issues
• Manage client relationships and year‑round planning discussions
• 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
• Support firm growth, client service improvements, and internal process development

Required Qualifications

• Active CPA license required
• 7+ years of public accounting tax experience
• Strong construction industry tax experience
• Experience reviewing complex business tax returns
• Strong knowledge of pass‑through entities, multi‑state taxation, construction taxation, and long‑term contract accounting
• Strong leadership, communication, and client relationship skills
• Ability to manage multiple engagements and deadlines
• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with UltraTax, Thomson Reuters products, QuickBooks, and construction accounting systems
• Experience managing client relationships and mentoring tax professionals

Why Join Sprowls & Company?

• Competitive compensation package
• Performance‑based bonuses
• Hybrid and remote flexibility
• Long‑term opportunity for Principal/Partner
• Strong work‑life balance culture
• Direct interaction with business owners and executives
• Specialized construction industry client base
• Collaborative, entrepreneurial team environment
• Leadership visibility and professional growth opportunities
• Continuing education and professional development support

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is technically strong, client‑focused, and comfortable serving as a strategic advisor to construction and closely held business owners. This person should enjoy mentoring team members, solving complex tax issues, and helping clients make practical, business‑focused decisions.