Tax Accountant

Tax Accountant

Company: Crescent Heights

Location: Edgewater, Miami, FL (Biscayne Boulevard, near Midtown and Wynwood)

Employment Type: Full-time

Work Arrangement: On-site

Annual Base Salary: $75,000–$95,000, depending on qualifications and experience

About Crescent Heights

Crescent Heights is a nationally recognized real estate development and investment firm with a portfolio of residential and mixed-use properties across major U.S. markets. The company specializes in the development, ownership, and management of high-quality real estate assets, including large-scale multifamily and luxury residential projects.

Our in-house tax team supports a diverse portfolio of real estate investments, partnerships, corporations, trusts, and individual tax matters, offering opportunities to gain hands-on experience in a broad range of tax compliance and planning activities.

Position Summary

Crescent Heights is seeking a reliable, detail-oriented Tax Accountant to join our in-house tax team in Miami, FL. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in Federal and State income tax preparation, proficiency in QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel, and familiarity with professional tax preparation software.

We are looking for a proactive, organized individual who can work independently, take ownership of assigned responsibilities, and follow tasks through to completion. The successful candidate should be able to manage multiple assignments, meet deadlines, and collaborate effectively with team members.

This position offers an opportunity to work with an experienced in-house tax team and gain exposure to complex real estate partnerships, investment structures, and a diverse range of tax matters.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare Federal and State income tax returns for partnerships, C corporations, S corporations, trusts, and individuals.
• Prepare tax workpapers, supporting schedules, and reconciliations.
• Review financial records, general ledgers, and supporting schedules in QuickBooks to prepare tax returns and related workpapers.
• Perform account reconciliations and identify discrepancies between accounting records and tax reporting.
• Utilize professional tax preparation software to prepare accurate and complete tax returns.
• Assist with quarterly estimated tax calculations, tax projections, and related compliance activities.
• Assist with multi-state income tax and franchise tax filings.
• Maintain organized tax records and supporting documentation.
• Manage assigned tax compliance projects and ensure timely completion of deliverables.
• Identify and resolve discrepancies in tax workpapers and financial information.
• Address review comments and proactively follow up on outstanding items until assignments are completed.
• Assist with tax research, planning, and special projects as needed.
• Perform other related duties and assignments as required.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of hands-on Federal and State income tax preparation experience, preferably in public accounting or an in-house tax department.
• Experience preparing business and/or individual income tax returns.
• Hands-on experience with QuickBooks, including navigating general ledgers, reviewing financial statements, and reconciling accounts.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including formulas, lookups, and data analysis.
• Experience using professional income tax preparation software.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and Federal income tax compliance.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments, prioritize responsibilities, and consistently meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently, take ownership of assignments, and follow tasks through to completion.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Dependable, proactive, and willing to learn.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with CCH Axcess Tax or CCH ProSystem fx Tax.
• Experience preparing partnership (Form 1065), corporate (Forms 1120 and 1120-S), trust (Form 1041), and individual (Form 1040) income tax returns.
• Multi-state tax preparation experience.
• Experience with both QuickBooks Online and QuickBooks Desktop.
• Experience in the real estate, development, or construction industries.
• CPA certification or progress toward obtaining a CPA license is preferred but not required.

Key Attributes for Success

• Accountability: Takes ownership of assignments and follows through to completion.
• Reliability: Consistently meets deadlines and delivers accurate work.
• Independence: Works effectively with limited supervision while knowing when to seek guidance.
• Initiative: Proactively identifies outstanding items and follows up to resolve them.
• Attention to Detail: Carefully reviews work to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Adaptability: Comfortable managing changing priorities and learning new processes.
• Teamwork: Communicates effectively and collaborates with colleagues to achieve shared goals.

Compensation & Benefits

Annual Base Salary: $75,000–$95,000 , depending on qualifications and experience.

Crescent Heights offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

• Company-Paid Health Insurance: Health insurance coverage fully paid by the company.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan: Access to a company-sponsored 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Paid Time Off: Paid vacation and personal time off.
• Paid Holidays: Company-observed paid holidays.
• Work-Life Balance: A supportive and collaborative work environment that values a healthy balance between professional and personal responsibilities.

Office Location & Work Environment

This is a full-time, on-site position based at Crescent Heights' office on Biscayne Boulevard in Miami's Edgewater neighborhood , conveniently located near Midtown Miami and Wynwood.

Crescent Heights values a healthy work-life balance. The position follows regular business hours, although additional hours may occasionally be required during peak tax filing seasons to meet deadlines.

The position is performed in a professional office environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None.