Sr. Tax Manager - Partnership & Real Estate

Sr. Tax Manager - Partnership & Real Estate

Join a leading Michigan public accounting firm where a $155,000-$195,000 base salary, high-impact leadership, and a direct path toward partner are waiting for an experienced tax professional ready to lead our real estate practice.

What you'll do

• Oversee and review complex federal and state partnership and LLC tax returns (Form 1065) across real estate, private equity, and operating entities.
• Lead advanced real estate tax strategies, including cost segregation studies, Section 1031 exchanges, depreciation modeling, and passive activity loss planning.
• Advise clients on partnership structuring, capital account maintenance under Section 704(b), tax basis calculations, and complex special allocations.
• Deliver transactional tax consulting for real estate acquisitions, dispositions, debt refinancing, and large-scale developments.
• Serve as the primary advisor for real estate clients while collaborating directly with outside attorneys, lenders, and financial advisors.
• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate tax staff and seniors through constructive coaching and effective delegation.
• Research complex developments in Subchapter K and real estate tax law, while supporting firm growth through client outreach and industry involvement.

What you need

• 8+ years of progressive public accounting experience with a strong focus on partnership and real estate taxation.
• Active CPA license.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field.
• Deep technical knowledge of Subchapter K, real estate tax regulations, and passive activity rules.
• Proficiency with tax preparation and research software such as CCH Axcess, GoSystem, or Bloomberg Tax.

Nice to have

• Master's degree in Taxation (MST) or LLM in Taxation.
• Experience with Opportunity Zone investments, tax credit projects, or complex real estate joint ventures.
• Proven track record of managing multiple complex client relationships simultaneously.

Pay & benefits

• Base salary: $155,000-$195,000 depending on experience, plus performance incentives.
• Health & wellness:
  Generous medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Financial & retirement:
  Robust retirement plan with firm contributions.
• PTO:
  Highly competitive paid time off program supporting year-round work-life balance.
• Professional development:
  Full reimbursement for CPE courses, advanced training, and real estate industry memberships.

Location & schedule

• Offices:
  Troy, MI;
  Bingham Farms, MI; or Ann Arbor, MI.
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time.

About & how to apply

We are an established, growth-oriented CPA firm known for deep technical expertise, exceptional client service, and a highly collaborative culture. We invest heavily in our team members and offer a clear, sustainable path toward senior leadership and partnership.

Apply directly through this posting with your resume. Qualified candidates will be contacted promptly for an initial interview.