Tax Director – Real Estate Development (PAID RELO)

Software Placement Group; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4 weeks PTO to start

Holidays and a paid week off around 4J

401(k) match

Parental leave

Wellness programs

Professional development and mentoring

Team retreats

Job summary

Software Placement Group seeks a Tax Director in Charleston, SC to lead the Real Estate Development and Construction Tax Practice. This leadership role requires guiding client conversations, mentoring teams, and shaping strategy in a growing market.

The position offers flexible office/remote/hybrid scheduling, relocation within 1-1.5 hours, and a competitive compensation package with bonus potential.

Qualifications

• CPA certification and public accounting background required.
• 6+ years in real estate/partnership tax and client-facing work.
• 2+ years leading tax management teams and mentoring staff.
• Relocation to the greater Charleston, SC area within 1-1.5 hours.

Responsibilities

• Lead the tax compliance for real estate partnerships, handling federal/state returns.
• Provide proactive client communication, insights, and solutions.
• Manage engagements, financial performance, and client relationships.
• Mentor and develop tax professionals within the team.
• Advise clients on strategic tax matters and stay current on laws.
• Lead process improvements and support business development through networking.

Skills

Leadership

Client communication

Analytical thinking

Education

BA/BS in Accounting

CPA certification

Job description

Location: Charleston, SC (relocation required within a 1-1.5 hour drive) | Schedule: full-time, flexible office/remote/hybrid | Compensation: competitive with bonus potential

Overview

A well-established tax and advisory firm serving the Carolinas is seeking a Tax Director to lead its Real Estate Development and Construction Tax Practice in Charleston, SC. This is a leadership role for a confident, client-facing professional ready to guide a growing practice, mentor teams, and shape strategy in one of the Southeast's fastest-growing markets.

What you'll do

• Lead the tax compliance process for real estate partnerships, ensuring excellence across federal and state returns
• Deliver proactive communication, insight, and solutions to clients
• Manage financial performance, engagements, and client relationships
• Mentor, coach, and develop tax professionals within the team
• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients on strategic tax matters
• Stay current on evolving tax laws and lead process improvements
• Support business development through community engagement and networking

Required qualifications

• BA/BS in Accounting
• CPA required
• 6+ years of progressive public accounting experience with real estate/partnership expertise
• 2+ years leading tax management teams
• Strong communication and presence, able to lead client conversations with authority
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and leadership skills
• Must relocate to the greater Charleston, SC area (or within a 1-1.5 hour drive)

Compensation and benefits

• Competitive compensation with bonus potential
• Flexible work environment (office, remote, or hybrid)
• 4 weeks PTO to start, plus holidays and a paid week off around July 4th
• 401(k) match
• Parental leave and wellness programs
• Funded professional development and mentorship opportunities
• Team retreats and open leadership access

Why this role

This position offers the opportunity to lead a thriving real estate tax practice, influence firm strategy, and build a career in a growing firm while enjoying the lifestyle Charleston has to offer.