Tax Manager - Partnership

Cooperidge Consulting Firm is seeking two (2)
Tax Managers specializing in Partnership Taxation for a premier, award-winning firm in Fort Lauderdale, FL.

This is a technical, high-growth opportunity designed for experts in real estate operating entities. While the firm offers fully remote flexibility, you will join an elite team that prioritizes lifestyle, maintaining one of the lowest billable hour requirements in the country (1,575 hours
). We are looking for "Partnership Purists"—professionals who have spent the majority of their careers navigating the complexities of Real Estate Funds, Opportunity Zones, and debt-relief tax planning. This role is a direct gateway to ownership and profit-sharing, perfect for a high-performing CPA who values both technical mastery and a four-day workweek.

• Partnership Tax Mastery: Lead the preparation and review of complex partnership returns for Real Estate Funds, Land Developers, and Hospitality groups.
• Strategic Structuring: Advise clients on tax-advantaged entity structuring and income deferral strategies, specifically utilizing IRC §1031 & §1033
  .
• Opportunity Zone Planning: Navigate high-sensitivity investments within Opportunity Zones (
  IRC §1400Z
  ), providing technical guidance on long-term tax mitigation.
• Transaction Support: Provide expert buyer/seller introductions and comprehensive transaction support for large-scale real estate acquisitions.
• Agreement Review: Perform deep-dive reviews of operating agreements to ensure alignment with tax elections and debt-relief planning.
• Client Stewardship: Act as a primary consultant for property management companies and general contractors, delivering sophisticated tax planning and compliance.
• Internal Mentorship: Support the firm’s 97% retention rate by participating in  mentor lunches  and team events at the Fort Lauderdale hub.

• CPA License is REQUIRED (or all four exam sections passed).
• Minimum 3.5 GPA (Transcripts required post-hire).
• Public Accounting Background: Preferably Big 4 or Top 100.

• 6–8+ years of experience focused primarily on complex partnership taxation.
• Deep expertise in Real Estate operating entities (Commercial/Residential Developers, RE Funds, Hospitality).
• Hands-on experience with Low-Income Housing Projects or Marine Operations is a significant plus.

• Must reside within a 45-minute commute of Fort Lauderdale for occasional in-person client visits and leadership meetings.
• Exceptional ability to communicate complex tax law to sophisticated real estate developers and stakeholders.

• Competitive pay with opportunities for overtime and weekend shifts.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
  .
• Life insurance and disability coverage
  .
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
• Paid time off
  — vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Continuing education and professional development opportunities.
• Supportive, team-oriented work environment.