Tax Lead

A. Company Overview Elevate LLC is a national platform built to partner with growth-focused accounting, tax and advisory firms. Our mission is to empower entrepreneurial firms and their leaders by providing the capital, operational support, and strategic guidance they need to scale. By combining the resources of a larger organization with the independence and culture of local firms, Elevate creates an environment where professionals can focus on serving clients, developing talent, and innovating across accounting, tax, and advisory services.

Our partner firms benefit from Elevate’s shared services, technology investments, and growth expertise. Backed by experienced leadership and long-term capital, we are building a next-generation professional services platform that redefines how CPA firms grow, compete, and thrive in today’s market.

B. About Your Role (Construction Focus)

We are seeking a highly qualified and experienced Tax Manager – U.S. Tax to join our growing tax team. In this leadership role, you will oversee complex tax engagements for U.S.-based construction and real estate clients , ensuring compliance, accuracy, and strategic tax planning.

This opportunity is ideal for professionals with deep expertise in U.S. tax law, construction-specific tax treatment, and multi-entity structures . You will play a pivotal role in mentoring junior staff, managing client relationships, and driving continuous improvement across our tax processes.

The ideal candidate is technically proficient, detail-oriented, and proactive—someone who thrives in a collaborative, performance-driven environment and is passionate about delivering high-impact results through innovation and excellence.

C. Key Responsibilities

Lead and review preparation of U.S. federal and state tax returns (Forms 1065, 1120S, 1120) for contractors, developers, and construction entities.

Oversee multi-state apportionment analysis, nexus studies, and compliance for entities operating across jurisdictions.

Manage tax treatment of percentage-of-completion (POC) and completed-contract methods, including look-back calculations under IRC §460.

Review and advise on depreciation strategies, including Section 179 and bonus depreciation for heavy equipment and fixed assets.

Supervise preparation of K-1s, tax basis tracking, and reconciliation of book-to-tax differences.

Provide technical guidance on IRC §199A, contractor-specific deductions, and tax credits.

Conduct tax research and provide advisory support on entity structuring, mergers, and acquisitions.

Collaborate with U.S. engagement teams to resolve complex tax issues and ensure alignment with client goals.

Mentor and train associates and seniors, fostering technical development and quality control.

D. Required Qualifications & Experience

Education :

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Commerce.

• CPA or EA required;

MST or equivalent advanced tax qualification preferred.

Experience :

7–10 years of U.S. tax experience, with construction, or real estate clients.

Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply U.S. tax laws to contractor-specific scenarios.

Essential Technical Skills :

Strong understanding of construction entity structures : LLCs, S-corps, partnerships.

Proficiency in GoSystem Tax RS, CCH Axcess, or similar tax software.

In-depth knowledge of U.S. GAAP and tax accounting principles.

Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

Excellent written and verbal English communication for effective collaboration with U.S.-based teams.

Proven ability to manage multiple engagements, lead teams, and meet deadlines consistently.

Experience working with international teams or cross-border tax engagements.

Preferred but not mandatory skills or experiences :

Consistent top-quartile academic performance across educational and professional qualifications.

E. Benefits & Perks

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