Tax Senior Manager - Real Estate

Wipfli LLP; Milwaukee (WI); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Wipfli LLP in Milwaukee is seeking a Senior Tax Manager specializing in Real Estate to lead complex real estate tax engagements and provide strategic advisory to clients.

This role blends technical tax expertise with leadership, client relationship management, and business development in a collaborative, hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field.
• CPA required; MST or JD/LLM preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive tax experience, including public accounting.
• Expertise in real estate and partnership taxation.
• Proven leadership skills in managing client service teams and multiple projects in a fast-paced and interactive environment.
• Exceptional client service and communication skills with a proven ability to develop and maintain outstanding client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage complex real estate tax compliance and consulting engagements, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, providing proactive guidance on tax strategies and industry trends.
• Mentor and develop team members through coaching, training, and performance feedback.
• Collaborate across service lines to deliver integrated solutions for clients.
• Drive business growth by identifying opportunities and participating in networking and industry events.
• Utilize tax technology tools to enhance efficiency and client service.

Skills

Leadership

Client relationship management

Tax consulting

Real estate taxation

Mentoring

Networking

Education

CPA

MST or JD/LLM preferred

Tools

Tax software

Job description

At Wipfli, people count.

At Wipfli, our people are core to everything we do—the catalyst behind our ability to create exceptional impact and extraordinary results.

We believe in flexibility. We focus on relationships. We encourage each individual to follow their own path.

People truly matter and they feel it. For those looking to make a difference and find a professional home, Wipfli offers a career-defining opportunity.

As a Senior Tax Manager specializing in Real Estate, you will serve as a strategic advisor to clients, leading complex tax engagements and driving innovative solutions. This role combines technical expertise with leadership, client relationship management, and business development.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage complex real estate tax compliance and consulting engagements, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, providing proactive guidance on tax strategies and industry trends.
• Mentor and develop team members through coaching, training, and performance feedback.
• Collaborate across service lines to deliver integrated solutions for clients.
• Drive business growth by identifying opportunities and participating in networking and industry events.
• Utilize tax technology tools to enhance efficiency and client service.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field.
• CPA required; MST or JD/LLM preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive tax experience, including public accounting.
• Expertise in real estate and partnership taxation.
• Proven leadership skills in managing client service teams and multiple projects in a fast-paced and interactive team environment.
• Exceptional client service and communication skills with a proven ability to develop and maintain outstanding client relationships.

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Additional Details:

Wipfli is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All candidates will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Wipfli is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, interview, or participate in our recruiting process, please send us an email at [e-mail]