Tax Manager; Construction
Chandler, Maricopa County, Arizona, 85249, USA
Listed on 2026-07-16
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Accounting
Public Accounting, Tax Manager, Accounting Manager, Senior Accountant
Experience:
Manager
Salary: $120,000 - $155,000 per year
- Manage and review complex federal and state tax returns for construction contractors, subcontractors, developers, and real estate holding companies
- Lead client engagements from initial planning through final delivery, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and on-time completion
- Develop and deliver proactive tax planning strategies including entity structuring, cost segregation considerations, and project-based planning
- Serve as the primary point of contact for construction industry clients, building and maintaining strong long-term relationships
- Supervise, mentor, and develop staff and senior-level accountants
- Research and resolve complex tax issues related to multi-state construction operations and long-term contracts
- Review work papers and ensure proper application of revenue recognition methods, including percentage of completion and completed contract where applicable
- Collaborate with firm partners on new business development and client expansion opportunities within the construction and real estate sectors
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field;
Master's in Taxation preferred - CPA license required, or actively in progress
- Minimum 5 years of public accounting tax experience, with a focus on construction, real estate, or project-based clients
- Experience reviewing returns and leading client engagements from start to finish
- Solid understanding of partnership taxation and multi-entity structures
- Familiarity with multi-state taxation, nexus issues, and long-term contract tax considerations including WIP accounting
- Proven ability to manage multiple deadlines and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Prior supervisory or management experience in a public accounting setting
Founded nearly 20 years ago and based in Chandler, Arizona, we are a full-service tax, accounting, and consulting firm that is genuinely selective about the clients we take on and even more so about the people we bring onto our team. We've built a reputation in Arizona for delivering highly detailed, strategic work across tax planning, advisory, and audit and assurance services, with a real depth of expertise in the construction industry.
We're a member of the BDO Alliance USA, which gives our team access to national-level resources while keeping the culture and relationships of a tight-knit firm. Growth here is real, structured, and supported, whether that's your CPA, a specialty designation, or a path toward partnership.
- Competitive Compensation:
Competitive base salary (DOE) + annual performance-based bonus - 401(k) with 3% Safe Harbor Employer Match
- Comprehensive Benefits:
Medical, Dental, Vision, Employer-Paid Life Insurance, HSA with employer contribution - Generous PTO, Paid Holidays, and Friday Afternoons Off
- Busy Season is Manageable: 50-hour max during an 8-week busy season, 40-hour standard the rest of the year
- Hybrid and Remote Work Options Available
- Clear Path to Advancement:
Defined partnership matrix and career growth pathways within the firm
Learning and Development Fully Supported: CPE covered, CPA Exam reimbursement, mentorship and coaching built in.
Collaborative Culture:
Approachable leadership, open communication, and a team that actually invests in each other.
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