RubinBrown is one of the nation’s leading accounting and professional consulting firms with a commitment to building personal relationships and delivering totally satisfied clients. The RubinBrown name and reputation are synonymous with experience, integrity and value. RubinBrown has revenue of approximately $240 million with 1000+ team members across locations in Chicago, Denver, Kansas City, Las Vegas, Nashville, and St. Louis.
Overview
RubinBrown’s Real Estate Group is a nationally recognized leader in providing specialized audit, tax and consulting services across the country in the affordable housing, low-income housing, historic rehabilitation, New Markets and Renewable Energy credit segments as well as Opportunity Zones.
As a member of the RubinBrown’s Real Estate Tax Team, the successful candidate will work directly with the tax staff accountants, other managers and partners of the firm’s Real Estate Services Group. The successful candidate will use his or her foundation in pass-through accounting and taxation, along with specialized skills related to tax compliance and consulting regulations. The Real Estate Tax Team has a specific focus on issues related to tax credit and tax incentive properties, including low-income housing, historic rehabilitation, New Markets and Renewable Energy credits as well as Opportunity Zones.
A background in all or any of these topics is welcomed but not required. Tax Partners and Managers must provide outstanding consulting, compliance and project management services to our real estate clients. Tax Partners and Managers must be aware of the professionalism necessary for not only effectively and efficiently addressing client needs but also with working with others and on teams.
Major Responsibilities
Plan, supervise, review and complete real estate tax work/tax returns for multiple clients in accordance with RubinBrown Client Service Standards
Utilize his or her extensive foundation of knowledge related to pass-through taxation and regulations and, as applicable, tax credit real estate properties including tax compliance and consulting
Participate in and/or create practice development opportunities
Identify process and performance improvement opportunities
Assume responsibilities for project management of various client groups, including regular communication with clients and contacts related to tax compliance and consulting
Drive workflow with clients and team members
Research current tax compliance and consulting issues
Work closely with and directly communicate with other real estate team members, in addition to client personnel
Preferred Experience/Background/Skills
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related degree and CPA or other related certification (required)
Strong technical skills including the ability to effectively utilize technology and the commitment to learning in the technology environment
A minimum of 5 years of pass-through taxation and compliance experience, including supervision and review experience. Prior experience with pass-through entity tax credits is preferred but not required
Excellent analytical and leadership ability
Solid project management skills
Ability to work on a team and develop other individuals
Ability to meet challenging client requirements and deadlines, provide services, and possess strong communication, interpersonal, analytical and research abilities
Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs (Word and Excel required)
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Working Conditions
The typical office hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Ability to work extra hours as determined by the workload and client expectations.
Travel for this position will be approximately 5% of the year.
Ability to sit for long periods of time.
Ability to move throughout office.
Ability to lift, carry, push, pull up to 10-30 pounds.
Ability to effectively communicate with clients, team members, etc.
One Firm
To foster a highly respected, inclusive culture that helps foster and promote an environment that is diverse and equitable for all team members and the firm to achieve growth and deepened expertise. RubinBrown is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. To request accommodation, please contact your recruiter.
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