Wipfli

Tax Manager - Construction

Wipfli$90K — $120K *
Legal & Accounting
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years public accounting tax experience, preferably in the construction industry.
  • Strong technical knowledge of construction accounting and taxation.
  • CPA certification is mandatory.
  • Experience in reviewing complex returns and managing client portfolios.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead teams and foster talent development.
  • Proficient in CCH Axcess, ProSystem fx, or similar software.

Responsibilities

  • Manage and review complex tax returns for various entities, focusing on construction contractors.
  • Oversee tax compliance for federal, state, and multi-state jurisdictions relevant to construction clients.
  • Conduct detailed tax research specific to the construction industry, addressing bonding and multi-entity structures.
  • Provide strategic tax planning guidance relative to contractors' operations and ownership implications.
  • Deliver proactive advisory services focused on cash flow, depreciation, and capital planning for construction business owners.
  • Identify and implement tax-saving strategies through methods changes and project-specific planning.
  • Act as primary contact for construction clients, nurturing long-term relationships and providing year-round strategic advice.

Benefits

  • Flexible work environment that promotes work-life balance.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and career development.
  • Supportive team culture focused on relationships and individual paths.
  • Access to advanced technology and resources for tax management.
  • Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.
Full Job Description
Overview

Responsibilities

Responsibilities:

  • Manage and review complex tax returns: partnerships, S-Corps, C-Corps, individuals - specifically for construction contractors and related entities.
  • Oversee federal, state, and multi-state tax compliance for construction clients.
  • Experience with long-term contract accounting, including percentage-of-completion (Sec. 460), job costing, revenue recognition nuances.
  • Conduct complex tax research and analyze construction-specific implications (bonding considerations, state nexus, multi-entity structures, etc.).
  • Provide tax planning guidance around contractor structures, entity selection, and owner/partner tax implications.
  • Offer proactive advisory services for construction business owners (cash flow, depreciation strategies, capital planning).
  • Identify tax-savings opportunities, including methods changes and project-based planning.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for construction clients; build long-term relationships and provide year-round strategic advice.
  • Communicate effectively with construction executives, bonding companies, and external advisors.
  • Supervise, coach, and develop staff; oversee engagement teams.
  • Delegate and manage multiple tax engagements simultaneously.
  • Ensure work aligns with firm quality standards, deadlines, and client expectations.


Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Qualifications:
  • 5+ years public accounting tax experience (most specify construction industry experience).
  • Strong technical knowledge of construction accounting, multi-entity structures, pass-through taxation, long-term contract methods
  • CPA required.
  • Experience reviewing complex returns and managing client portfolios.
  • Proven ability to lead teams and support talent development.
  • Proficiency in CCH Axcess, ProSystem fx, or similar platforms.

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Additional Details

Additional Details:

About Wipfli

Wipfli is a professional services firm that provides accounting, audit, tax, consulting, and technology services to businesses and organizations. The company was founded in 1930 and is headquartered in Madison, Wisconsin. Wipfli has over 2,500 employees and serves clients in various industries, including healthcare, manufacturing, construction, and nonprofit.
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2,400 employees
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Founded
1930

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