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Tax Director, Real Estate & Construction

United States·AustinFull Timeexecutive

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Work with a Top 20 CPA and advisory firm that Accounts for Anything. Aprio has 40 U.S. office locations, as well as international office locations and more than 3,200 team members that speak 60+ languages across the globe. By bringing together proven expertise, deep understanding, and strategic foresight for fast-growing industries, Aprio ensures clients are prepared for wherever life or business may take them. Discover a top-rated culture, vast growth opportunities and your next big career move with Aprio.

Join Aprio's Tax team and you will help clients maximize their opportunities. Aprio Advisory Group, LLC is a progressive, fast-growing firm looking for a Tax Director to join their dynamic team.

The Director of Construction Tax Services will lead and manage tax engagements for clients in the construction industry, including general contractors, subcontractors, developers, and homebuilders. This individual will serve as a strategic advisor to ownership and executive teams, providing proactive tax planning, compliance, and consulting services that help clients maximize profitability, manage risk, and plan for growth.

The Director will work closely with the Construction Segment Leader and firm partners to manage client relationships, oversee staff development, and contribute to business development initiatives. 

Lead and review complex income tax engagements for construction clients, including partnerships, S corporations, and C corporations. 

Manage and mentor engagement teams, ensuring high-quality deliverables and adherence to project deadlines. 

Provide strategic tax consulting related to job costing, revenue recognition (ASC 606), UNICAP, percentage-of-completion accounting, and multi-state nexus issues. 

Advise clients on entity structure, succession planning, ownership transitions, and tax-efficient strategies for mergers, acquisitions, and reorganizations within the construction industry. 

Identify and address opportunities for tax savings, credits, and incentives, including R&D, energy efficiency, and equipment depreciation. 

Oversee compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations impacting construction operations, including payroll tax, sales and use tax, and gross receipts tax. 

Collaborate with assurance and advisory teams to deliver integrated solutions that align with clients’ operational and financial goals. 

Serve as a trusted advisor to C-level executives, providing insights on the financial and operational tax implications of construction projects and business strategies. 

Drive growth by developing new client relationships and expanding services to existing clients. 

Participate in industry events and thought leadership efforts to enhance the firm’s visibility in the construction market. 

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) required.

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; Master’s degree in Taxation highly preferred. 

10+ years of progressive experience in public accounting, with a focus on federal and state tax compliance and consulting for the construction industry. 

Strong technical expertise in S-Corporation & Partnership taxation and multi-entity structures. 

In-depth knowledge of construction industry accounting and tax issues, including long-term contracts (Section 460, bonding, and state nexus).

Proven leadership and client relationship management skills. 

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to explain complex tax concepts clearly. 

Experience with CCH Axcess, CaseWare, and related tax software preferred. 

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple engagements, lead teams, and contribute to firm growth initiatives. 

Why work for Aprio:

Whether you are just starting out, looking to advance into management or searching for your next leadership role, Aprio offers an opportunity to grow with a future-focused, innovative firm.

Perks/Benefits we offer for full-time team members:

- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance on the first day of employment

- Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account

- 401k with Profit Sharing

- 9+ holidays and discretionary time off structure

- Parental Leave – coverage for both primary and secondary caregivers

- Tuition Assistance Program and CPA support program with cash incentive upon completion

- Discretionary incentive compensation based on firm, group and individual performance

- Incentive compensation related to origination of new client sales

- Top rated wellness program

- Flexible working environment including remote and hybrid options

What’s in it for you:

- Working with an industry leader: Be part of a high-growth firm that is passionate for what’s next.

- An awesome culture: Thirty-one fundamental behaviors guide our culture every day ensuring we always deliver an exceptional team-member and client experience. We call it the Aprio Way. This shared mindset creates lasting relationships between team members and with clients.

- A great team: Work with a high-energy, passionate, caring and ambitious team of professionals in a collaborative culture.

- Entrepreneurship: Have the freedom to innovate and bring your ideas to help us grow to become the CPA firm of choice nationally.

- Growth opportunities: Grow professionally in an environment that fosters continuous learning and advancement.

- Competitive compensation: You will be rewarded with competitive compensation, industry-leading benefits and a flexible work environment to enjoy work/life balance.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Aprio is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex; pregnancy; sexual orientation; gender identity and/or expression; age; disability; genetic information, citizenship status; military service obligations or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Aprio, LLP and Aprio Advisory Group, LLC, operate in an alternative business structure, with Aprio Advisory Group, LLC providing non-attest tax and consulting services, and Aprio, LLP providing CPA firm services.