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Ascend Partner Firms

Provides growth platform for independent CPAs

Senior Tax Manager - Real Estate

Tax AccountingConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeSan Jose, CA, USA

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field is required.
  • A CPA license is preferred.
  • At least 5 years of experience in tax accounting is required.
  • Advanced knowledge of partnership tax, real estate taxation, and relevant tax compliance issues is required.
  • Experience managing tax engagements and supervising staff is required.
  • Proficiency in accounting and tax software is required.

Responsibilities

  • Manage and review complex income tax returns and workpapers for individuals, partnerships, C and S corporations, fiduciaries, estates, and California LLCs.
  • Lead client engagements, overseeing tax planning, compliance, and provision services across diverse industries.
  • Prepare and review federal, state, and local tax filings, including Forms 1065, 1120, 1040, and 1041.
  • Assist with tax structuring and planning for real estate transactions, including 1031 exchanges, joint ventures, capital events, and exit strategies.
  • Support high-net-worth individuals with income tax optimization, charitable giving, estate planning, and wealth transfer strategies.
  • Conduct tax research, prepare technical memoranda, and assist with IRS and state audit responses.
  • Manage K-1 reporting, partner capital accounts, and basis tracking for complex ownership structures.
  • Build and maintain client relationships through effective communication, timely service delivery, and project management.
  • Identify tax risks and consulting opportunities, and offer practical, business-focused solutions as a trusted advisor.
  • Supervise, mentor, and develop junior staff.
  • Ensure timely and accurate preparation, review, and filing of required tax forms.
  • Contribute to business development initiatives and departmental process improvements.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams on complex tax provisions and related accounting issues.
  • Manage engagements, including budgeting, billing, and scheduling, and identify opportunities for expanded client services.
  • Perform additional duties and special projects as needed.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience with QuickBooks, CCH Axcess, and Engagement is preferred.

About the Company

Ascend Partner Firms

Provides growth platform for independent CPAs

Ascend Partner Firms helps entrepreneurial CPAs grow regional accounting firms while keeping them independent. It provides a platform that combines access to growth capital, talent acquisition and development, technology, a catalytic leadership system, shared back-office services, and modernized equity incentives. Backed by Alpine Investors, Ascend enables firms to leverage resources of a larger CPA firm without losing independence, helping them to expand and compete more effectively. Compared to other firms, Ascend pairs private-equity support with a scalable, independent business model and extensive operational resources, all aimed at helping firms reach their full potential. The company’s goal is to help regional accounting firms scale their businesses, attract talent, and improve performance so they can grow sustainably and reach market leadership."

Company size
201-500
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Alexandria, VA
Founded
2023

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