Accounting: Manager, Tax; Construction

Organization

Markham Norton Mosteller Wright & Company, P.A. (MNMW) was founded 45 years ago in Fort Myers, Florida by Gail Markham. They have always been committed to the communities and the clients they have served. Over the years, they added an office in Naples, Florida while always serving the entire southwest region of Florida. Our firm was built on and remains committed to providing businesses, organizations, and individuals value-based practical solutions for tax, accounting, business advisory services, and litigation support services.

Everyone at MNMW appreciates our close relationship with our clients and works hard to earn their trust daily. We believe our team members are the best in the business and have continually provided them with ongoing professional education opportunities and the most advanced technology to allow them to perform at the highest level. We understand that our clients’ economic activities in this region make our communities such a wonderful place to visit, live and raise families.

The Construction Tax Manager will manage the tax compliance and planning for construction and construction-related clients. This role is responsible for tax compliance, planning, and reporting, with a strong focus on construction specific tax issues, including long-term contract accounting methods, and book-to-tax conversions. The Construction Tax Manager must have a solid understanding of tax methods, project-based accounting, and the ability to bridge the gap between financial reporting and tax treatment.

• Prepare and review federal and state tax returns for construction entities.
• Ensure all tax filings are accurate and submitted in a timely manner.
• Manage the preparation of amended tax returns, as necessary.

• Apply appropriate tax methods for long-term contracts including percentage-of-completion, completed contract, and AMT concerns in accordance with IRS Section 460.
• Perform book-to-tax conversions for key items such as revenue recognition, depreciation, contract costs, and accrued liabilities, to ensure proper alignment between financial statements and tax returns.
• Reconcile tax reporting with general ledger and financial statement data, including preparation of tax adjustments and deferred tax entries.

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, providing exceptional service, and addressing their tax‑related needs and concerns as both a manager and an advisor.
• Communicate complex tax concepts in a clear and understandable manner to clients and other stakeholders.

• Stay current with changes in tax laws and regulations that impact the construction industry.
• Conduct research on complex tax issues and provide recommendations for tax planning strategies.
• Analyze financial data and prepare reports to support tax positions and planning strategies.

• Supervise and mentor tax staff, providing guidance and support in their professional development.
• Review work prepared by staff for accuracy and completeness.
• Collaborate with other departments and professionals, including attorneys and financial advisors, to provide comprehensive tax and advisory services to clients.

• Proven experience in working within a professional office environment.
• Open and honest communication is essential to success.
• Possess advanced oral, written & presentation skills to communicate effectively with leadership, partners and client managers along with the general public and business owners within the community.
• Highly detail‑orientated leadership mindset with the ability to see the big picture, not individual ones.
• Ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team – always a “Row the Boat as a team” mentality.
• Ability to maintain the highest levels of confidentiality and act with integrity and high character.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills plus process and organizational management skills.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Commitment to flexibility in constantly changing situations & needs…