Tax Manager: Real Estate & Partnerships Leader (Hybrid)

Orion Placement; Indianapolis (IN); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Orion Placement is seeking an experienced Tax Manager in Indianapolis, IN for a CPA-focused firm delivering complex tax services to real estate partnerships and businesses. You will lead preparation and review of partnership returns, mentor staff, and drive high-quality client service in a hybrid environment.

Candidates should have hands-on 1065 experience, LIHTC familiarity preferred, strong leadership and communication skills, and a Bachelor's in Accounting (CPA preferred).

Qualifications

• 4+ years of tax preparation experience in public accounting.
• Hands-on experience preparing complex partnership tax returns (Form 1065).
• Experience with real estate partnership taxation.
• Experience reviewing partnership tax returns prepared by other accounting professionals.
• Strong understanding of federal partnership taxation, Schedule K-1, and tax compliance.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field.
• CPA designation preferred but not required.
• LIHTC experience is a strong plus.
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and review of federal and state partnership tax returns, including Form 1065 and Schedule K-1.
• Review complex tax returns prepared by staff, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and quality.
• Manage tax engagements involving real estate partnerships and other business entities.
• Provide technical guidance on partnership allocations, tax basis, and related tax reporting matters.
• Identify tax planning opportunities and help clients navigate complex tax requirements.
• Mentor and support tax associates and senior accountants through technical guidance and return reviews.
• Collaborate with firm leadership to manage deadlines, deliverables, and client expectations.
• Work on specialized tax matters, including affordable housing and Low‑Income Housing Tax Credit engagements when applicable.

Skills

Partnership tax

Tax planning

Return review

Leadership

Client communication

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting

CPA designation

Job description

Orion Placement is seeking an experienced Tax Manager in Indianapolis, IN for a CPA-focused firm delivering complex tax services to real estate partnerships and businesses. You will lead preparation and review of partnership returns, mentor staff, and drive high-quality client service in a hybrid environment.

Candidates should have hands-on 1065 experience, LIHTC familiarity preferred, strong leadership and communication skills, and a Bachelor's in Accounting (CPA preferred).