Tax Manager - Construction

Grassi; United States; Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) plan

Employer contribution to life insurance

Job summary

Grassi is looking for a Tax Manager to join their team, with opportunities at locations in Jericho, NY; New York, NY; White Plains, NY; Park Ridge, NJ; Chelmsford, MA; Needham, MA; Palm Beach, FL, or remotely across the U.S. This position offers a dynamic environment and competitive base compensation, with eligibility for bonuses based on performance.

The ideal candidate will have robust experience in tax preparation and review, a CPA license, and a strong understanding of tax compliance and regulation. Grassi promotes employee wellness and provides resources for CPA certification.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive tax preparation, review and supervisory experience.
• CPA license is required.
• Strong tax accounting skills.

Responsibilities

• Directing Tax Seniors and staff accountants.
• Ensuring tasks are completed within budgeted time.
• Interacting with clients to resolve tax issues.

Skills

Tax preparation and review

US GAAP

Corporate restructuring

Mergers and acquisitions

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Master’s degree in taxation or equivalent

Tools

ProSystems Tax software

CCH Tax software

Job description

Jericho, NY; New York, NY; White Plains, NY; Park Ridge, NJ; Chelmsford, MA; Needham, MA; Palm Beach, FL

About Grassi

After more than 40 years of business growth and industry change, Grassi has redefined what it means to be an advisor and accountant to today’s businesses and individuals. Nationally ranked as one of the largest and fastest-growing accounting firms in the nation, Grassi is a leading provider of advisory, tax, and accounting services across key sectors including construction, architecture and engineering, not-for-profit, healthcare, manufacturing and distribution, financial services, real estate, and more. Several publications have ranked us among the top accounting firms to work for, highlighting our strength in work‑life balance, culture, and wellness categories.

With over 550 employees and eleven offices spanning the New York Metropolitan Area, Long Island, the Northeast, Florida, New England, Denver and an international presence in Italy, we are strategically positioned to serve clients locally and globally. In 2023, Grassi became an employee‑owned company by implementing an ESOP, establishing our independence and empowering our people to drive the firm’s future success.

Job Summary

We are seeking a Tax Manager to join our team in any of the following office locations: Jericho, NY; New York, NY; White Plains, NY; Park Ridge, NJ; Chelmsford, MA; Needham, MA; Palm Beach, FL or remotely anywhere in the U.S. This role offers an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic and growing firm.

Responsibilities

• Directing Tax Seniors, Semi Seniors, and Associates and staff accountants
• Ensuring that assignments are accomplished within the budgeted time
• Interacting with clients to discuss issues with regard to tax information throughout the year
• Developing technical knowledge through participation in organization meetings, training programs, attending industry events and participation in research activities
• Identifying any risk management issues and proposing potential solutions through various research and collaboration
• Conducting research and drawing conclusions in order to face target issues

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required; Master’s degree in taxation or equivalent preferred
• 5+ years of progressive tax preparation, review and supervisory experience
• CPA license is required
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Tax software, ProSystems and CCH
• Must be technically proficient in corporate, international, federal and state and local tax, as well as have a solid background in corporate restructuring, mergers and acquisitions, C Corps, partnerships and individual/trusts
• Strong tax accounting skills with proficiency in US GAAP, tax compliance, corporate consolidated returns, consolidated federal tax returns, partnership returns, and combined state tax returns
• Ability to manage staff on multiple engagements

Benefits

Competitive base compensation with eligibility for a raise and bonus each June or December based on performance metrics and level.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Employer contribution to life insurance
• 401(k) plan
• ESOP
• Client and employee referral bonus program

Financial assistance toward the achievement of CPA certification, including the cost of study materials, exam registration and fees for all four parts and licensing fees. Paid study time during work hours, additional paid time off to take scheduled exams, and a bonus paid upon passing the CPA exam.

Continuing Professional Education (CPE) opportunities available at no cost, covering both technical and soft‑skills training.

Wellness resources such as discounted gym memberships, CALM app, and other wellness initiatives to lower stress, improve focus, and promote restful sleep.

Equal Employment Opportunity

As set forth in Grassi’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.