Tax Partner (Construction & Engineering)

Vertex Global Solutions Inc; Florham Park (NJ); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

401K benefits

Job summary

Wiss, a regional CPA and advisory firm serving Northern NJ, seeks a senior tax leader with extensive experience in partnership and real estate taxation. You will manage complex returns, develop strategies, and mentor a tax team while delivering exceptional client service.

The role emphasizes hands-on engagement, cross-functional collaboration with firm leadership, and ongoing client development within a hybrid Full Time setting in Florham Park, NJ.

Qualifications

• CPA required; MST preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive tax experience, with significant exposure to construction and engineering clients.
• Deep technical expertise in partnership taxation, real estate transactions, and developing tax planning strategies.
• Extensive experience reviewing complex corporate and partnership returns.
• Prior experience leading, motivating and developing a team of Tax professionals.
• Polished written and presentation skills with the ability to build trust and credibility with clients.

Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted advisor to family-owned businesses, delivering sophisticated tax planning, compliance, and advisory services tailored to construction and engineering clients.
• Lead client engagements with a hands-on approach, ensuring technical excellence and proactive communication.
• Oversee complex corporate and partnership tax compliance, including preparation and review of S & C Corps and partnership returns, allocations, basis calculations, and multi-tiered entity structures.
• Develop and implement tax strategies that support clients' long-term business goals, including succession planning, entity structuring, and transaction support.
• Collaborate with fellow partners and firm leadership to shape strategic direction, drive growth, and enhance service offerings.
• Mentor and develop high-performing tax professionals, fostering a culture of technical rigor, accountability, and client-first thinking.
• Stay abreast of evolving tax legislation and industry trends, translating insights into actionable guidance for clients and the firm.
• Identify business development opportunities and attend industry-specific networking events to facilitate a growing prospect pipeline and strengthening the Wiss brand.

Skills

Tax planning

Corporate tax

Partnership tax

Real estate tax

Client advisory

Team leadership

Business development

Education

CPA

MST preferred

Job description

Location: Florham Park, NJ. Work arrangement: Hybrid Full Time.

Background

Wiss is a regional CPA and advisory firm that's been deeply embedded in the Northern NJ community for over 50 years. We serve small to mid-market clients across Tax, Assurance, Advisory, and Wealth Management — with a focus on relationships, not transactions.

Core Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted advisor to family-owned businesses, delivering sophisticated tax planning, compliance, and advisory services tailored to the unique needs of construction and engineering clients.
• Lead client engagements with a hands‑on approach, ensuring technical excellence and proactive communication.
• Oversee complex corporate and partnership tax compliance, including preparation and review of S & C Corps and partnership returns, allocations, basis calculations, and multi‑tiered entity structures.
• Develop and implement tax strategies that support clients' long‑term business goals, including succession planning, entity structuring, and transaction support.
• Collaborate with fellow partners and firm leadership to shape strategic direction, drive growth, and enhance service offerings.
• Mentor and develop high‑performing tax professionals, fostering a culture of technical rigor, accountability, and client‑first thinking.
• Stay abreast of evolving tax legislation and industry trends, translating insights into actionable guidance for clients and the firm.
• Identify business development opportunities and attend industry‑specific networking events to facilitate a growing prospect pipeline and strengthening the Wiss brand.

Qualifications

• CPA required; MST preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive tax experience, with significant exposure to construction and engineering clients.
• Deep technical expertise in partnership taxation, real estate transactions, and developing tax planning strategies.
• Extensive experience reviewing complex corporate and partnership returns.
• Prior experience leading, motivating and developing a team of Tax professionals.
• Demonstrate polished written and presentation skills with the ability to build trust and credibility with clients.

Compensation

Target Salary – Commensurate with the level of experience + discretionary bonus and comprehensive benefits including 401K.

Wiss is committed to fostering a welcoming community. We seek candidates from all backgrounds to join our team and encourage our employees to bring their authentic and best selves to work.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. This policy applies equally to applicants regardless of national origin.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected status.

To all staffing agencies: Wiss does not utilize 3rd party firms for any internal or client positions. Please be advised, Wiss is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. All unsolicited resumes will become the property of Wiss.