Tax Manager [Commercial Real Estate Group]

CohnReznick; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Flexible work environment

Expanded parental leave

Learning & development

Volunteer time off

Job summary

CohnReznick in New York City is seeking an Experienced Tax Manager to lead the NYC Commercial Real Estate tax practice within the Real Estate Industry Group. You will manage complex tax engagements, supervise staff, and collaborate with partners to deliver client-focused solutions.

Ideal candidates have a CPA/JD/EA, at least 6 years of tax experience, and 2+ years of leadership, with strong research, communication, and project management skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required; Master's in Accounting/Taxation preferred.
• CPA, JD or EA required.
• Minimum of 6 years of relevant tax experience.
• 2+ years of managerial experience.
• Current experience with commercial real estate clients including real estate, private equity and joint ventures.
• REIT experience is helpful but not required.
• Strong tax research skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation (verbal and written) skills.
• Proven competence with MS Office and tax software including ProSystem, CCH Axcess and CCH Engagement.
• Solid project management and organizational skills with a demonstrated ability to multi-task.

Responsibilities

• Manage tax compliance and tax advisory engagements in the NYC Commercial Real Estate Industry group.
• Determine resource requirements and work with a team to ensure exceptional client service.
• Manage expectations with team members and monitor engagement progress.
• Lead the review of partnership heavy compliance (1065/K-1s) and related corporate filings.
• Research tax issues and filing requirements that affect tax compliance.
• Draft tax technical memorandums and share knowledge to develop team members.
• Identify opportunities to expand the scope of current engagements through identification of current client needs and target client requirements.
• Actively participate in proposal development and lead responses to requests for proposal.
• Demonstrate initiative, vision, resourcefulness, creativity and independent thinking.

Skills

Tax accounting

Leadership

Communication

Client service

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's in Accounting/Taxation

Tools

ProSystem

CCH Axcess

CCH Engagement

Job description

As CohnReznick grows, so do our career opportunities. As one of the nation’s top professional services firms, CohnReznick creates rewarding careers in advisory, assurance, and tax with team members who value innovation and collaboration in everything they do!

CohnReznick helps organizations optimize performance, manage risk, and maximize value through CohnReznick LLP (assurance services) and CohnReznick Advisory LLC (advisory and tax services). Together, the firm provides leaders with deep industry knowledge and relationships, solutions to address clients’ unique business goals and risks, and insight on how emerging market forces can drive opportunity. With offices nationwide, the firm serves organizations around the world as an independent member of Nexia.

We currently have an exciting career opportunity for a Experienced Tax Manager to join our Commercial Real Estate team located in one of our New York Metro offices.

CohnReznick is a hybrid firm and most of our professionals are located within a commutable distance to one of our offices. This position is considered hybrid which means team members are expected to be thoughtful and intentional in how they create opportunities for in-person collaboration. While the cadence of in-office presence is determined at the team level, our professionals are encouraged to be in the office/together in person on average 3 days a week.

YOUR TEAM.

This position will support our Real Estate Industry Group and more specifically, the Commercial Real Estate team. CohnReznick is proud to be one of the country's largest real estate advisory firms, offering fully integrated opportunities and cross-functional learning to fast-track your career. Aligning yourself to this industry group allows you to work with clients driving community development, addressing inequities, and propelling the industry forward with market-leading technologies and processes designed to better serve the people who live, work, and trust within their spaces.

WHY COHNREZNICK?

At CohnReznick, we’re united by a common mission to create opportunity, value, and trust for our clients, our people, and our communities. Whether it’s working alongside your peers to solve a client challenge, or volunteering together at the local food bank, there are so many ways to find your “why” at the firm.

We believe it’s important to balance work with everyday life – and make time for enjoyment and fun. We invest in a robust Total Rewards package that includes everything from generous PTO, a flexible work environment, expanded parental leave, extensive learning & development, and even paid time off for employees to volunteer.

YOUR ROLE.

Responsibilities Include But Not Limited To

• Manage tax compliance and tax advisory engagements in the NYC Commercial Real Estate Industry group.
• Determine resource requirements and work with a team to ensure exceptional client service
• Manage expectations with team members and monitor engagement progress
• Lead the review of partnership heavy compliance (1065/K-1s) and related corporate filings, managing complexity across real estate structures and state filings
• Research tax issues and filing requirements that affect tax compliance
• Research complex tax issues using internal revenue code, treasury regulations and other relevant authorities/guidance
• Draft tax technical memorandums and share knowledge to develop team members
• Identify opportunities to expand the scope of current engagements through identification of current client needs and target client requirements
• Actively participate in proposal development, at the direction of management, and take a lead role responding to requests for proposal
• Demonstrate initiative, vision, resourcefulness, creativity and independent thinking.Lead by example

Your Experience.

The successful candidate will have:

• Bachelor's Degree required; Master's in Accounting/Taxation preferred
• CPA, JD or EA required
• Minimum of 6 years of relevant tax experience
• 2+ years of managerial experience
• Current experience with commercial real estate clients including real estate, private equity and joint ventures
• REIT experience is helpful but not required
• Strong tax research skills
• Excellent communication and presentation (verbal and written) skills, as well as exceptional client service skills
• Proven competence with MS Office and tax compliance and research software, including ProSystem, CCH Axcess and CCH Engagement
• Solid project management and organizational skills with a demonstrated ability to multi-task.

In addition, please take a moment to review our Universal Job Standards.

Studies have shown that we are less likely to apply to jobs unless we meet every single qualification. At CohnReznick, we are dedicated to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or one of our other roles.

In New York City, the salary range for Tax Manager is $110,000 - $175,000. Salary determination will vary based on factors such as a candidate’s geographical location, qualifications, experience, skills, and competencies. Salary is one component of the CohnReznick total rewards package, which includes a discretionary performance bonus; generous paid time off; expanded and inclusive parental benefits, and access to best-in-class learning and development platforms, to name a few. To learn more about life at CohnReznick, visit Life at CohnReznick.

CohnReznick is the brand name under which CohnReznick LLP and CohnReznick Advisory LLC and their respective subsidiaries provide professional services. CohnReznick LLP and CohnReznick Advisory LLC (and their respective subsidiaries) practice in an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and applicable law, regulations, and professional standards. CohnReznick LLP is a licensed CPA firm that provides attest services to its clients. CohnReznick Advisory LLC provides tax and business consulting services to its clients. CohnReznick Advisory LLC and its subsidiaries are not licensed CPA firms.

CohnReznick is an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive team to drive business results and create a better future every day for our team members, clients, partners, and communities. We believe a diverse workforce allows us to match our growth ambitions and drive inclusion across the business. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. For more information, please see Equal Employment Opportunity Posters.

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