Experienced Tax Staff

Experienced Tax Staff

This is an opportunity for an experienced tax professional to specialize in affordable housing and Section 42 Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) compliance while contributing to a broad range of tax engagements. You will work primarily on LIHTC compliance projects, with opportunities to support traditional tax work across a diverse client base. Depending on your experience and leadership capabilities, the position may involve senior-level responsibilities or tax supervision, including technical review, engagement oversight, and staff development. The role combines technical tax research, client communication, compliance, and team collaboration in a fully remote environment. You will work with complex partnership, real estate, nonprofit, and affordable housing tax matters while helping junior and offshore team members develop their capabilities. This is a strong fit for a motivated tax professional who values autonomy, technical growth, and high-quality client service.

Accountabilities

• Dedicate approximately 70–80% of your time to Section 42 LIHTC compliance projects while supporting traditional tax engagements as business needs require, particularly during peak tax season.
• Prepare federal, state, and local tax documents and returns while applying a strong understanding of partnership taxation and relevant tax requirements.
• For supervisory-level responsibilities, review federal, state, and local tax documents prepared by junior staff and offshore preparers, ensuring technical accuracy and quality.
• Research new and complex tax matters involving affordable housing, LIHTC, partnership taxation, real estate, nonprofit organizations, and related areas, and prepare supporting memoranda documenting conclusions.
• Apply practical knowledge of LIHTC projects, including credit calculations, first-year credit projects, project reviews, and related compliance requirements.
• Work directly with client personnel regarding engagement status, deadlines, information requests, tax compliance matters, and other project requirements.
• Communicate effectively with LP investors, GPs, nonprofit organizations, and other stakeholders involved in LIHTC and related tax engagements.
• Prepare and support tax work for large nonprofit developer clients, including Form 990 filings and related requirements.
• Guide, train, and develop junior staff and offshore preparers, with supervisors also supporting annual tax training and technical development.
• Manage multiple engagements, deadlines, and competing priorities while maintaining a high standard of accuracy, organization, and client service.
• Stay current with tax developments and professional standards through continuing education, professional publications, networking, and participation in relevant professional organizations.
• Depending on experience and placement, take on additional engagement oversight, technical review, staff development, and team leadership responsibilities.

Requirements:

• You have at least 3 years of tax experience in public accounting, with demonstrated experience handling complex tax compliance and advisory matters.
• You have experience with Section 42 LIHTC compliance and understand the practical intricacies of LIHTC projects, including credit calculations, first-year credit projects, and project reviews.
• Experience with both LIHTC and traditional tax work is highly desirable, particularly experience involving high-net-worth individuals, trusts, corporations, and similar entities.
• You have experience working with partnership taxation and, ideally, with real estate and nonprofit tax matters, including large nonprofit developer Form 990 returns.
• You are comfortable communicating with LP investors, GPs, and client personnel regarding technical tax matters, project status, deadlines, and information requirements.
• A Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field is required, while a current CPA license is preferred but not mandatory.
• A Master's degree in Taxation is highly advantageous.
• You have a solid understanding of fundamental accounting and tax principles and can independently research and resolve complex tax questions.
• You are a self-starter who can work effectively in a fully remote environment while maintaining strong accountability and productivity.
• You have excellent organizational skills, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple engagements and time constraints successfully.
• You are proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and comfortable working with detailed financial and tax information.
• You have excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills and can explain technical matters clearly to clients and colleagues.
• You are highly motivated, collaborative, and interested in developing your technical expertise and leadership capabilities.
• For supervisory-level placement, you should demonstrate the ability to review technical work, oversee engagements, develop staff, and provide effective team leadership.

Benefits:

• Salary range of approximately $95,000–$120,000 for the San Francisco Bay Area, with compensation adjusted according to the cost of living and market rates in the candidate's area of residence.
• 100% remote working model with flexible work arrangements.
• Paid time off and time off for major holidays.
• Company-paid long-term disability coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, including PPO and HMO options, with premiums fully paid for employees.
• Pre-tax healthcare reimbursement program.
• 401(k) plan with a 3% annual compensation contribution, employer matching, and profit-sharing opportunities.
• Annual salary reviews and regular performance feedback.
• Education and CPA license reimbursement.
• Regular technical training and support for CPA continuing education hours.
• Referral commissions for new business and experienced professional hires.
• Opportunities for continued professional development and advancement within tax and accounting.