Director of Income Tax

AMLI Residential has a brand new position based out of our corporate office in downtown Chicago.

The Director of Income Tax is a strategic role within AMLI, responsible for overseeing all aspects of income tax compliance, planning, reporting, and audit support. This position requires advanced expertise in federal, state, and local income tax matters as applicable to corporate entities and real estate investments. The Director of Income Tax will work in close collaboration with executive management, finance, accounting, legal, and operations teams to ensure the company’s tax strategies are aligned with the overall business objectives. This is a great opportunity for someone that wants to grow and develop as a leader within AMLI!

Essential Functions & Key Responsibilities:

• Leads tax planning and compliance efforts across federal and state jurisdictions, for both AMLI and joint venture structures.
• Leads quarterly and annual REIT compliance process.
• Leads tax compliance related to compensation.
• Manages K-1 reporting, partner capital accounts, and basis tracking for complex ownership structures.
• Manages 3rd-party tax preparers and consultants (primarily PwC).
• Manages tax audits.
• Supports executive leadership and investors on tax-related questions.
• Supports financial controllers and payroll team on tax compliance related to compensation.
• Monitors and stays abreast with changes in tax laws, regulations, and industry trends that affect real estate investments, while providing relevant tax updates to leadership.

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE: CPA and/or advanced degree with specialization in Taxation.  6+ years with a Big 4 or comparable firm. Solid understanding of Taxation related to real estate, REITs, partnership taxation, and complex incentive compensation structures.  Excellent project management and teambuilding skills.

COMMUNICATION AND PRESENTATION SKILLS: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.  Ability to prepare reports, business correspondence, and procedural manuals in English.  Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, residents, customers, and the general public.

Compensation and Benefits:

Benefits of Working with AMLI Residential

• $150,000 - $180,000 plus year-end bonuses
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• 401(k) Company Match
• Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, Short-Term Disability, and Parental Leave
• Rental Discount at any AMLI apartment
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Time Off - Vacation, personal, sick, and company holidays

We are a leader in sustainable LEED and ENERGY STAR-certified luxury apartment communities. Founded in 1980 as AMLI Realty Co. and now owned by PRIME Property Fund, a core, open-ended, institutional real estate fund managed by Morgan Stanley, AMLI Residential has grown to become a prominent and well-respected multifamily real estate developer and owner with $12 billion in assets.

AMLI is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.