Senior Tax Accountant

Continental Properties is looking for a Senior Tax Accountant to join our team at our office in Menomonee Falls, WI.

As a Senior Tax Accountant you will plan, supervise, review and complete tax compliance work for a multiple entity Private Equity firm. You will work with the Tax team to facilitate several activities associated with tax and compliance. This role offers the opportunity to expand your technical expertise in federal and state taxation while working for a dynamic real estate company that values work/life balance. You will report to the Director of Tax Compliance, who will provide support as you acclimate to our company.


Our current working environment includes either hybrid or fully remote options.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Review taxable income analysis, investor allocations, and tax forms prepared by third-party tax firm to ensure that accurate partnership tax documents are delivered and that we remain in compliance with federal, state, and local filing requirements.
• Must be proficient with Form 1065 and Schedule K-1 filings. Experience with Form 1120S and Form 1040 would be appreciated, but not required.
• Experience with real estate or other fund structures across multiple states is highly valued.
• Complete investor projections and compliance work, including direct contact with outside investors
• Assist with tax planning, estimating and monitoring annual cash tax obligations
• Support federal and state audits and tax notices
• Oversee multiple state compliance work and prepare fixed asset accounts
• Research tax issues and correspond with governmental agencies
• Participate in special projects and strategic tax initiatives as assigned.

Skills for Success:

• 3+ years of experience in partnership tax preparation with experience in real estate
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
• Strong Excel skills required.
• Experience with Power BI or 704(c) allocations is a valued differentiator.
• Demonstrated ability to identify and implement process improvements for greater efficiency.

Why You'll Love Life at Continental:

Our award-winning culture fosters innovation and empowers our team members to lead. Here are some of the reasons that our team members continue to vote for us as a Top Workplace:

• Career Growth : You'll have the tools, training, and opportunities for a meaningful career with long-term growth potential. We invest in your learning & development with paid professional memberships, certifications, and tuition reimbursement.
• Mental Health & Wellness: Your well-being matters. We provide comprehensive mental health support including but not limited to 8-free counseling sessions per year and access to additional wellness resources.
• Balance: We recognize that balance varies for everyone, and we support our team members with that in mind. Recharge with generous vacation time, 9-paid holidays, and half-days on Fridays during designated months.
• Community & Connection: Build relationships through informal gatherings, lunches, community and company events, volunteer opportunities, and a vibrant social culture. Learn more about recent Continental events here!
• Culture of Belonging: The Continental IDEA (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, & Allies) is our commitment to evolving our culture where team members feel a sense of belongingness each day. Our You Belong Here Initiative and Business Resource Groups focus on fostering an inclusive and equitable work environment for all.
• Performance Incentives: Participate in our Building Above and Beyond (BAAB) incentive program that rewards team members annually based on company goals and achievements.
• Industry-Leading Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) with company match, and company-paid life and disability insurance.
• Family Support: Support your growing family with 6-weeks paid parental leave and with family-forming & fertility resources (up to 12-weeks leave for birth mothers).

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

We comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and all applicable state and local fair employment practices laws, and are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities.

For the benefit of our residents, the communities we serve, and our co-workers, all applicants are required to pass a post-offer criminal background check prior to joining the Continental team.

We are committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The posted salary range represents our good faith estimate of the base salary for this role at the time of posting. Final compensation is based on a variety of factors, including a candidate’s experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity. This range does not include bonus potential or other forms of compensation and benefits.

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