Tax Manager - Real Estate

Overview

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.

• 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.
• Oversee and review tax returns, depreciation schedules, and related documents.
• 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.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field.
• CPA or JD/LLM required.
• 5+ years of progressive tax experience, including public accounting.
• Expertise in real estate and partnership taxation.
• Proven leadership and team management experience.
• Strong communication skills and ability to build lasting client relationships.

Wipfli is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard 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

Wipfli values fair, transparent, and competitive compensation, considering each candidate's unique skills and experiences. The estimated base pay range for this role is $122,000–$165,000, with offers typically not made at the maximum, allowing for future salary increases. The actual salary at the time of offer depends on business‑related factors like location, skills, experience, training/education, licensure, certifications, business needs, current associate pay, and relevant employment laws.

Individuals may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, subject to participation rules and based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual and firm performance.

Wipfli cares about our associates and offers a variety of benefits to support their well‑being. Highlights include 8 health plan options (both HMO & PPO plans), dental and vision coverage, opportunity to enroll in HSA with potential firm contribution, an employee assistance program, firm‑sponsored basic life and short and long‑term disability coverage, a 401(k) savings plan with profit share and firm matching contribution, well‑being incentives, education & certification assistance, flexible time off, family care leave, parental leave, family‑formation benefits, cell phone reimbursement, and travel rewards.

Voluntary benefit offerings include critical illness & accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, legal, long‑term care, pet insurance, identity theft protection, and supplemental life/ADII.

Job Location s: US-CO-Denver | US-CO-Fort Collins