Tax Manager, Architecture, Engineering & Construction

Abacus Group; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Abacus Group, a public accounting firm, seeks a Tax Manager for its Manhattan, NY office to lead tax engagements and provide strategic guidance to clients.

You will oversee federal, state, and local filings, advise on incentives and credits, manage audits, and develop a high-performing tax team while ensuring regulatory compliance and ongoing firm growth.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive tax experience.
• Experience in the architecture, engineering, and construction industry.
• Proven track record managing complex tax engagements.
• Demonstrated leadership experience, including team management and staff development.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and decision‑making skills.
• Strong communication and relationship‑building abilities.
• Proficient in tax software and Microsoft Office applications.
• CPA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary tax advisor for clients, delivering strategic guidance and practical solutions.
• Lead client engagements to ensure high-quality service delivery and long-term relationship management.
• Advise on tax planning opportunities, applicable incentives, and credits to reduce liabilities and optimize outcomes.
• Oversee the preparation and review of federal, state, and local tax filings.
• Ensure compliance with complex, sector-specific tax regulations and evolving requirements.
• Manage tax audits and represent clients before taxing authorities, supporting efficient and accurate resolution.
• Design and implement advanced tax strategies aligned with client objectives and market trends.
• Evaluate legislative and regulatory changes and proactively advise clients on potential impacts.
• Identify and mitigate tax risks while maintaining strong compliance standards.
• Lead and develop a team of tax professionals while driving process improvements and supporting practice growth.

Skills

Tax planning

Leadership

Communication

Staff development

CPA preferred

Job description

Our client is a public accounting firm. They seek a Tax Manager, Architecture, Engineering & Construction, to join their Manhattan, NY office.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary tax advisor for clients, delivering strategic guidance and practical solutions
• Lead client engagements to ensure high-quality service delivery and long-term relationship management
• Advise on tax planning opportunities, applicable incentives, and credits to reduce liabilities and optimize outcomes
• Oversee the preparation and review of federal, state, and local tax filings
• Ensure compliance with complex, sector-specific tax regulations and evolving requirements
• Manage tax audits and represent clients before taxing authorities, supporting efficient and accurate resolution
• Design and implement advanced tax strategies aligned with client objectives and market trends
• Evaluate legislative and regulatory changes and proactively advise clients on potential impacts
• Identify and mitigate tax risks while maintaining strong compliance standards
• Lead and develop a team of tax professionals while driving process improvements and supporting practice growth

Requirements

• 5+ years of progressive tax experience
• Experience in the architecture, engineering, and construction 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
• Proficient in tax software and Microsoft Office applications
• CPA preferred

Job ID #47882

Tagged as: Hybrid Remote/Office