Tax Manager, AEC

Baker Tilly International; New York (NY); On-site; USD 113,000 - 168,000; Full time

Job summary

Baker Tilly is seeking a Tax Manager for the AEC sector to serve as the primary client contact on tax matters across NY and NJ offices. The role leads engagements, advises on planning and incentives, and oversees federal, state, and local tax return work.

The position requires a CPA, a BA/BS in accounting or finance, and 5+ years of tax experience in the AEC field, with leadership capabilities to mentor staff and drive improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field is required.
• CPA certification is required.
• 5+ years of progressive tax experience in the AEC industry is preferred.
• Experience managing complex tax engagements and delivering client solutions.
• Proven leadership, staff development, and mentoring ability.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Proficiency in tax software and Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary contact for AEC clients on tax matters and provide strategic guidance.
• Lead client engagements and ensure exceptional service delivery.
• Advise on tax planning opportunities, incentives, and credits.
• Oversee preparation and review of federal, state, and local tax returns.
• Ensure compliance with industry-specific tax regulations, including construction-related issues.
• Manage tax audits and represent clients before tax authorities.
• Develop and implement advanced tax strategies aligned with client goals.
• Monitor legislative changes and advise clients on necessary adjustments.
• Identify and mitigate tax risks and ensure regulatory adherence.
• Lead and mentor a tax team, fostering growth and collaboration.
• Drive process improvements for efficiency in tax compliance and reporting.
• Collaborate with firm leadership to expand the AEC tax practice.

Skills

Client management

Leadership

Communication

Tax software

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA

Tools

Tax software

Microsoft Office

Job description

## Tax Manager, AECApply: USA NY New York City 3 Times Square: USA NJ Iselin: USA NY Uniondale 50 Charles Lindbergh Blvd: Full time: Posted Today: JR108578# **Overview**Baker Tilly is a leading advisory, tax and assurance firm, providing clients with a genuine coast-to-coast and global advantage in major regions of the U.S. and in many of the world’s leading financial centers – New York, London, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Chicago and Boston. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and Baker Tilly US, LLP (Baker Tilly) provide professional services through an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and applicable laws, regulations and professional standards. Baker Tilly US, LLP is a licensed independent CPA firm that provides attest services to its clients. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and its subsidiary entities provide tax and business advisory services to their clients. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and its subsidiary entities are not licensed CPA firms.Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and Baker Tilly US, LLP, trading as Baker Tilly, are independent members of Baker Tilly International, a worldwide network of independent accounting and business advisory firms in 141 territories, with 43,000 professionals and a combined worldwide revenue of $5.2 billion. Visit bakertilly.com or join the conversation on LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram.Please discuss the work location status with your Baker Tilly talent acquisition professional to understand the requirements for an opportunity you are exploring.*Baker Tilly is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable federal, state or local law.**Any unsolicited resumes submitted through our website or to Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP, employee e-mail accounts are considered property of Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP, and are not subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorized recruitment agency (\"search firm\") for Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited, by Baker Tilly's Talent Attraction team, to submit candidates for review via our applicant tracking system.*# **Job Description:**## **RESPONSIBILITIES:*** Serve as the primary point of contact for AEC clients on tax matters, providing strategic guidance and solutions.* Lead client engagements, ensuring exceptional service delivery and fostering long-term relationships.* Advise clients on tax planning opportunities, industry-specific incentives, and credits to minimize liabilities and maximize benefits.* Oversee the preparation and review of federal, state, and local tax returns for AEC clients.* Ensure compliance with complex, industry-specific tax regulations, including construction-related tax issues.* Manage tax audits and represent clients before tax authorities, ensuring accurate documentation and successful resolution.* Develop and implement advanced tax strategies aligned with client goals and industry trends.* Monitor legislative changes and assess their impact on the AEC industry, proactively advising clients on necessary adjustments.* Identify and mitigate tax risks while ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements.* Lead, mentor, and develop a team of tax professionals, fostering a culture of growth and collaboration.* Drive process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability in tax compliance and reporting.* Collaborate with firm leadership to contribute to business development initiatives and expand the AEC tax practice.**QUALIFICATIONS:****Education:*** Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.* CPA required.**Experience:*** 5+ years of progressive tax experience, with a strong focus on the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry.* Proven track record of managing complex tax engagements and delivering strategic client solutions.* Demonstrated leadership experience, including team management and staff development.* Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.* Strong communication and relationship-building abilities.* Proficiency in tax software and Microsoft Office applications. *The pay ranges for this position are listed below. This range represents a good-faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation the firm expects to pay for this position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will depend on a variety of relevant factors, including an applicant’s skills, experience, qualifications, professional certifications, work arrangements, geographic location, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range, and compensation decisions depend on the facts and circumstances of each case. Baker Tilly offers a* *compensation and benefits package* *to eligible employees.**In New York, NY: pay rate range is $112,500 to $168,000**In Uniondale, NY: pay rate range is $108,000to $161,200**In Iselin, NJ: pay rate range is $103,500 to $154,500*