Tax Senior Manager

Tax Senior ManagerLocations include: Greater Chicago / Minneapolis, MN / Madison, WI / Milwaukee, WI / Denver, CO Our client is a well-established public accounting and advisory firm with a dedicated construction industry tax practice. As the firm continues to align its tax teams by industry and client size, they are seeking a Tax Senior Manager to step into an established portfolio of construction clients and lead complex engagements for contractors and their owners. This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of existing client relationships without the pressure of building a book from day one, mentor a growing team, and advance your career within a firm known for transparent, highly communicative leadership.PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIESServe as a trusted advisor to construction contractors, providing strategic tax planning, consulting, and business advisory servicesTake ownership of an established portfolio of primarily enterprise-sized construction clients, expanding client ownership over timeLead complex tax engagements for contractors, developers, and related entities, including multi-state compliance, long-term contract accounting, and entity structuringProactively identify tax-saving opportunities and advise clients on emerging tax legislation and industry trendsOversee engagement quality, risk management, profitability, and timely deliveryCollaborate across service lines to deliver integrated solutions that address clients' business and tax needsMentor and develop managers, seniors, and staff, with an emphasis on getting team members up to speed and building a collaborative team cultureSupport business development and practice growth over time through industry networking, proposals, and prospect activitiesREQUIRED QUALIFICATIONSBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related fieldActive CPA license10+ years of public accounting tax experience, including experience serving construction industry clientsProven ability to manage complex client relationships and serve as a strategic advisor to business owners and executivesDemonstrated success leading teams and developing talentApproachable, down-to-earth communication style that connects with contractors and hands-on business ownersBased near one of the listed locations, with the ability to be in the office and at client sites as neededPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSExperience serving enterprise-sized construction clients; exposure to small and mid-sized businesses is a plusA dedicated construction industry focus, or broad tax generalist experience with construction client exposure and a strong interest in deepening industry expertiseExperience advising closely held, owner-operated businessesExperience managing engagements end to end, including scope, budgets, and client deliverablesExperience supporting business development, proposals, or industry networkingBENEFITSComprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, including an HSA option401(k) with firm matching contributionFlexible time off, parental leave, and family care leaveEducation and certification assistanceTransparent, highly communicative leadership that brings everyone along as the firm growsFlexible hybrid model with no set in-office days; time in the office and at client sites is based on business and client needsApply today to learn more!