Digital Realty

Tax Manager - Strategic Private Capital

Digital Realty • $110K — $130K *
Dallas, TX 75217In-Person
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5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Taxation, Finance or related field.
  • 5+ years of partnership tax experience in public accounting, law, or industry.
  • Strong knowledge of U.S. corporate and partnership taxation relevant to real estate.
  • Experience with real estate investment trusts (REITs).
  • Ability to coordinate tax compliance across multiple entities and stakeholders.
  • Excellent communication skills to convey complex tax concepts to non-tax teams.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

  • Manage tax return filings and coordinate with advisors and internal teams.
  • Oversee annual investor tax reporting and interim taxable income projections.
  • Track investors' tax basis and manage taxable income allocations.
  • Administer U.S. and offshore tax withholding obligations on investor distributions.
  • Compute income tax provisions for various corporate entities.
  • Ensure REIT compliance through asset testing and income distributions analysis.
  • Support tax structuring for transactions and work with Legal on tax elections.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work environment in Dallas, TX.
  • Competitive health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Retirement plan options with company matching.
  • Professional development and continuing education opportunities.
  • Flexible work-life balance support.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Tax Manager, Strategic Private Capital

Location: Dallas, TX (Hybrid)

Your Role

Digital Realty Trust, Inc. (NYSE: DLR) is looking to add a Tax Manager - Strategic Private Capital to its global tax team. This role will support the tax reporting, REIT compliance and transaction needs of strategic private capital structures, including joint ventures, managed investment vehicles and their investors. The position will partner closely with Accounting, Finance, Legal, Treasury, business teams and external advisors to deliver accurate tax reporting, maintain compliance and support transactions throughout the investment life cycle. The role directly reports to Senior Tax Director - Private Capital.

What You'll Do

Tax Reporting
  • Manage tax return filings for applicable entities, including coordinating with compliance advisors and internal Accounting and Finance teams to provide requested information on a timely basis and reviewing returns for completeness and accuracy.
  • Manage annual investor tax reporting and interim taxable income projections, including relevant disclosures for certain investors, such as unrelated business taxable income (UBTI) for tax-exempt investors and Foreign Investment in Real Property Tax Act (FIRPTA) considerations for non-U.S. investors.
  • Track investors' tax basis, including Section 743(b) adjustments and built-in gain (BIG) associated with contributed assets; review taxable income allocations; and maintain tax-basis and Section 704(b) capital accounts.
  • Manage investor distributions and related U.S. federal, state and local, and offshore tax withholding obligations.
  • Manage quarterly estimated tax payments for tax-paying entities within the structure.
  • Compute and review income tax provisions and accruals for corporate entities within the structure.

REIT Compliance
  • Help ensure subsidiary REITs operate in a REIT-compliant manner, including interim review of new service offerings and contracts, restructuring transactions and hedging transactions.
  • Manage quarterly REIT asset testing, annual income testing and distribution analyses.
  • Manage tax reporting obligations for preferred and common shareholders, including Form 1099 reporting.
  • Maintain the annual shareholder demand letter process and supporting documentation.

Transaction Support
  • Support tax structuring for acquisitions, dispositions, investor exit strategies, restructurings of existing investments and Section 1031 exchange transactions.
  • Partner with Legal on entity classification and tax elections, including taxable REIT subsidiary (TRS) and check-the-box elections.
  • Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external advisors to implement agreed tax structures and support post-closing tax integration and compliance.

What You'll Need

To meet the basic qualifications for this role, you will have legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring visa transfer or sponsorship. In addition, you will have:
  • A bachelor's degree in Accounting, Taxation, Finance or a related field.
  • At least 5 years of partnership tax experience gained through public accounting, law and/or industry roles.
  • Strong knowledge of U.S. corporate and partnership taxation, with a focus on the real estate industry.
  • Working knowledge of and experience with real estate investment trusts (REITs).
  • Experience coordinating tax compliance and investor reporting across multiple entities and stakeholders.
  • The ability to translate complex tax concepts into clear business implications and collaborate with non-tax teams to implement initiatives.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Solid organizational skills, great attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
  • The ability to achieve goals and work independently as well as to contribute as a team player.

Preferred but not required:
  • A master's in Taxation/or Accounting.
  • Big Four experience.

About Digital Realty

Digital Realty Careers

Joining Digital Realty means becoming part of a dedicated team of professionals who are at the forefront of innovation in the data center industry. Digital Realty, a leading global provider of data center, colocation, and interconnection solutions, offers a variety of job opportunities that cater to a range of skills and experiences.

Explore Job Opportunities

Digital Realty is actively hiring and offers a plethora of positions that cater to both seasoned professionals and those at the beginning of their career journey. The company is committed to fostering a culture of growth and leadership, making it an ideal environment for ambitious individuals looking to advance their careers.

Internship Programs

For those just starting out, Digital Realty’s internship programs provide a robust platform for gaining industry experience and networking with experts. Internships are designed to transform academic knowledge into professional practice, while interns work on projects that drive real business results.

Professional Growth and Development

Digital Realty believes in the continuous professional development of its team members. The company supports career advancement through comprehensive leadership and diversity training programs that are designed to enhance skills and foster an inclusive workplace.

Benefits and Culture

The benefits at Digital Realty go beyond standard employment perks. Team members enjoy competitive benefits packages that support both their professional and personal lives. Moreover, Digital Realty is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive culture where every team member feels valued and motivated.

Innovation and Leadership

At the intersection of technology and real estate, Digital Realty stands as a leader in its field. The company encourages innovation and thought leadership, which permeates every project and initiative. Team members are encouraged to think creatively and push boundaries, which is integral to the company’s success and industry leadership.

Applying for a Position

To apply for a position at Digital Realty, candidates should prepare their resume to highlight relevant experience and skills. The interview process is designed to assess not only professional qualifications but also a candidate's fit within Digital Realty’s unique culture. Interested candidates can explore available positions and submit their applications through the Digital Realty Jobs portal.

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Keep up to date with the latest from Digital Realty by following their careers blog. Here, one can find career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights that can be immediately applied. Digital Realty also offers personalized job alert emails, ensuring that potential candidates do not miss out on exciting and rewarding opportunities.

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