Tax Manager

Lincoln Property Company is a dynamic and growing real estate company seeking a highly motivated and experienced tax professional to join our team. We are looking for a strategic thinker with a strong understanding of real estate taxation to manage all aspects of our tax compliance and planning. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in our financial success and contribute to our continued growth.

The Tax Manager will be responsible for overseeing all tax-related activities, including compliance, planning, and reporting for Lincoln.  This role requires a deep understanding of federal and state tax laws related to real estate, as well as strong analytical and communication skills.  The scope of the role includes reporting on the consolidated partnership (Royal Property Company Holdings) and its subsidiaries as well as all real estate investment special purpose vehicles.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the preparation and filing of all federal and state income tax returns, including partnership, corporate, and individual returns related to real estate investments and the service/operating company.
• Manage the tax reporting for the service/operating company foreign subsidiaries, liaising and managing external advisors in local countries.
• Research and analyze tax laws and regulations to identify potential tax savings and planning opportunities.
• Develop and implement tax strategies to minimize tax liabilities and maximize after-tax returns.
• Manage tax audits and work with external legal and tax advisors to represent the company before tax authorities.
• Prepare and review tax provisions for financial reporting purposes.
• Review estimated quarterly and full year federal and state tax projections and estimated Schedule K-1 prepared by external advisors for delivery to investors
• Prepare and review gain and loss projections for real estate investments following an acquisition/disposition event
• Collaborate with other departments, including finance, accounting, and legal, on tax-related matters.
• Demonstrate a high knowledge of state taxation, including apportionment, nexus, multi-state tax compliance and PTE elections.
• Stay current on industry best practices and tax regulations related to real estate.
• Assist with special projects as needed.

Desired Competency, Experience and Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, specialization in Tax preferred
• CPA certification required.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in real estate tax, preferably in a public accounting firm or corporate tax department.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state tax laws related to real estate, including partnership and S-Corporation taxation. 
• Experience with tax compliance software and tax research databases.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.