Tax Manager Real Estate
GRIT Staffing & HR Solutions, Edison, NJ, United States
Our client is a respected middle‑market accounting and advisory firm serving privately held businesses, real estate groups, and high‑net‑worth individuals across the New Jersey and New York markets. The firm is known for its hands‑on client service model, strong technical bench, and a culture that supports professional development, flexibility, and long‑term career progression. They are seeking a Tax Manager with deep experience in real estate and partnership taxation. This leader will oversee complex federal and state compliance, manage client relationships, and mentor a growing team. The ideal candidate brings strong technical judgment, enjoys being a trusted advisor, and thrives in a collaborative, mid‑sized firm environment.
Role Overview:
The Tax Manager – Real Estate will play a key role within the firm’s growing Tax practice, with a primary focus on
real estate-related tax compliance, planning, and consulting . This role is responsible for reviewing complex federal and state tax returns, managing client engagements, and leading and developing tax staff. The ideal candidate brings deep technical knowledge in
partnership taxation and real estate transactions , strong leadership capabilities, and the ability to serve as a trusted advisor to clients while collaborating closely with Partners and internal teams. This is a primarily remote role with occasional on-site presence required (1–2 times per month) . Job Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in
Accounting
or a related field. Active CPA, JD, or EA license required 8+ years of experience
reviewing complex tax returns. Strong experience with
real estate and partnership taxation. Experience mentoring and developing staff in a public accounting environment. Strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills. Familiarity with QuickBooks is a plus. Key Responsibilities: Tax Review & Compliance Leadership:
Review partnership, S corporation, and high-net-worth individual tax returns, with a concentration on real estate entities. Lead federal and state compliance engagements from planning through delivery. Ensure accuracy, completeness, and adherence to firm quality standards. Real Estate & Partnership Expertise:
Interpret partnership agreements and financial statements to ensure proper reporting of income, deductions, and allocations. Apply partnership tax concepts, including capital accounts, basis adjustments, Section 163(j), and allocation methodologies. Support tax structuring for acquisitions, dispositions, 1031 exchanges, and other real estate transactions. Client Advisory & Relationship Management:
Serve as primary point of contact for clients, delivering proactive planning and strategic tax guidance. Partner with firm leadership to expand service offerings and strengthen client relationships. Stay current on tax law changes and industry trends impacting middle-market clients. Team Leadership & Process Improvement:
Supervise, coach, and develop staff and seniors. Manage workflow, deadlines, and resource allocation across engagements. Identify opportunities to streamline processes and enhance efficiency. About Grit Staffing and HR Solutions: GRIT Staffing & HR Solutions is a boutique recruiting and HR consulting firm founded and led by seasoned Senior HR leaders. We partner with top companies to place high-performing professionals in legal, HR, supply chain, operations, and C-Suite corporate roles. Unlike traditional recruiters, we act as strategic partners and extensions of our clients’ teams, leveraging our deep HR expertise to support talent strategy, workforce planning, and organizational growth. By combining hands-on experience with agility and insight, we help companies build strong, high-performing teams that drive business success. GRIT Staffing & HR Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact us at
eoc@gritstaffinghr.com
so we can assist you.
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real estate-related tax compliance, planning, and consulting . This role is responsible for reviewing complex federal and state tax returns, managing client engagements, and leading and developing tax staff. The ideal candidate brings deep technical knowledge in
partnership taxation and real estate transactions , strong leadership capabilities, and the ability to serve as a trusted advisor to clients while collaborating closely with Partners and internal teams. This is a primarily remote role with occasional on-site presence required (1–2 times per month) . Job Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in
Accounting
or a related field. Active CPA, JD, or EA license required 8+ years of experience
reviewing complex tax returns. Strong experience with
real estate and partnership taxation. Experience mentoring and developing staff in a public accounting environment. Strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills. Familiarity with QuickBooks is a plus. Key Responsibilities: Tax Review & Compliance Leadership:
Review partnership, S corporation, and high-net-worth individual tax returns, with a concentration on real estate entities. Lead federal and state compliance engagements from planning through delivery. Ensure accuracy, completeness, and adherence to firm quality standards. Real Estate & Partnership Expertise:
Interpret partnership agreements and financial statements to ensure proper reporting of income, deductions, and allocations. Apply partnership tax concepts, including capital accounts, basis adjustments, Section 163(j), and allocation methodologies. Support tax structuring for acquisitions, dispositions, 1031 exchanges, and other real estate transactions. Client Advisory & Relationship Management:
Serve as primary point of contact for clients, delivering proactive planning and strategic tax guidance. Partner with firm leadership to expand service offerings and strengthen client relationships. Stay current on tax law changes and industry trends impacting middle-market clients. Team Leadership & Process Improvement:
Supervise, coach, and develop staff and seniors. Manage workflow, deadlines, and resource allocation across engagements. Identify opportunities to streamline processes and enhance efficiency. About Grit Staffing and HR Solutions: GRIT Staffing & HR Solutions is a boutique recruiting and HR consulting firm founded and led by seasoned Senior HR leaders. We partner with top companies to place high-performing professionals in legal, HR, supply chain, operations, and C-Suite corporate roles. Unlike traditional recruiters, we act as strategic partners and extensions of our clients’ teams, leveraging our deep HR expertise to support talent strategy, workforce planning, and organizational growth. By combining hands-on experience with agility and insight, we help companies build strong, high-performing teams that drive business success. GRIT Staffing & HR Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact us at
eoc@gritstaffinghr.com
so we can assist you.
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