Tax Manager

Responsibilities

• Oversee federal, state, and local tax compliance for real estate partnerships and entities
• Manage the review of partnership tax returns (Form 1065) and Schedules K-1
• Advise on tax-efficient structures for real estate acquisitions, dispositions, and refinancings
• Support compliance with Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) regulations
• Identify and implement tax planning opportunities across the real estate portfolio
• Partner with accounting, finance, and development teams on transaction structuring

Requirements

• CPA certification
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 7+ years of progressive tax experience with a focus on real estate taxation
• 3-5 years of public accounting experience at a regional or national firm
• Deep expertise in partnership taxation and multi-tiered ownership structures
• Proficiency with tax research tools (RIA, BNA, CCH) and advanced Excel skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) properties and regulations
• Familiarity with HUD programs and affordable housing financing structures
• Background in tax credit syndication and investor relations
• Knowledge of state and local tax credits for affordable housing development

About the Company

Fairstead is a purpose-driven real estate firm dedicated to building affordable communities across the country. Headquartered in New York, the firm operates as an integrated owner, operator, and innovator, bringing development, construction, and property management under one unified platform.