Tax Manager, Real Estate & Construction

Eightelevengroup; Indianapolis (IN); Hybrid; USD 111,500 - 178,400; Full time

Job summary

Eightelevengroup is seeking a Tax Manager to provide tax consulting, planning, and compliance services primarily for clients within the real estate and construction industries. This full-time, hybrid position requires presence onsite 8 days a month in locations like Indianapolis, Columbus, Chicago, or Denver.

The ideal candidate should have at least 5 years of public accounting tax experience with strong technical expertise and excellent communication skills.

The role emphasizes developing client relationships and mentoring team members while contributing to practice growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required; Master's in Taxation or related advanced degree preferred.
• CPA license required.
• Minimum of 5 years of public accounting tax experience, with a focus on real estate and construction clients.

Responsibilities

• Provide tax consulting, planning, and compliance services to clients in the real estate and construction industries.
• Perform tax research and analysis to address complex client issues and identify tax-saving opportunities.
• Manage and review tax calculations, returns, and related work products to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Mentor, coach, and develop staff in a collaborative environment.

Skills

Tax consulting

Tax planning

Tax compliance

Client relationship management

Communication skills

Leadership

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Master's in Taxation or related advanced degree

Job description

Tax Manager

Indianapolis, IN; Columbus, OH; Chicago, IL; Denver, CO

Hybrid: 8 Days a Month Onsite

Compensation: $111,500 - $178,400 per year

Full-Time, Direct Hire

ABOUT THE ROLE

Our client is seeking a Tax Manager to provide tax consulting, planning, and compliance services to a diverse client base within the real estate and construction industries. This full-time, direct hire position offers a hybrid work arrangement, requiring 8 days per month onsite at one of our locations in Indianapolis, Columbus, Chicago, or Denver. As a Tax Manager, you will serve as a trusted advisor, guiding clients through complex tax matters, identifying planning opportunities, and supporting their business objectives. You will work closely with clients and engagement teams to deliver high-quality service, contribute to the growth and success of the practice, and play a key role in delivering strategic tax solutions. This position offers the opportunity to develop meaningful client relationships, lead multiple engagements, mentor team members, and drive business development efforts. The ideal candidate is a proactive leader with strong technical expertise, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to providing an exceptional client experience.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Provide tax consulting, planning, and compliance services to clients in the real estate and construction industries
• Perform tax research and analysis to address complex client issues and identify tax-saving opportunities
• Develop and implement tax planning strategies tailored to clients' business objectives
• Manage and review tax calculations, returns, and related work products to ensure accuracy, & compliance
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, building and maintaining strong relationships through responsive and proactive service
• Lead multiple client engagements simultaneously while ensuring quality, efficiency, & timely delivery
• Collaborate with engagement teams to identify, address, and resolve client challenges
• Anticipate client needs and provide strategic guidance on emerging tax issues and opportunities
• Mentor, coach, and develop staff in a collaborative and team-oriented environment
• Contribute to practice growth through business development efforts and the expansion of existing client relationships

WHAT YOU BRING

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required; Master's in Taxation, LLM, or related advanced degree preferred
• CPA license required
• Minimum of 5 years of public accounting tax experience, with a focus on real estate and construction clients
• Experience with real estate partnership taxation strongly preferred
• Demonstrated success managing client relationships and leading tax engagements
• Strong technical tax knowledge, including tax research and planning
• Proven ability to identify and resolve complex client issues while delivering practical solutions
• Experience developing and expanding client relationships
• Strong leadership, project management, & staff development skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with clients and team members at all levels
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and thrive in a fast-paced environment