Senior Tax Associate, Real Estate

Title: Senior Tax Associate, Real EstateLocation: Irvine, CA (or Orange County, CA) – hybrid (50% in-office)Salary: $80K–$122K base (DOE)

Overview A growing public accounting firm is seeking a Senior Tax Associate to support real estate-focused clients. This role offers a mix of tax compliance, research, and client advisory, with opportunities to contribute to planning strategies and team development.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review tax returns for individuals, partnerships, and S- and C-corporations
• Apply knowledge of partnership taxation (Subchapter K) in client engagements
• Identify, research, and resolve common tax issues
• Support tax planning initiatives and identify opportunities for client optimization
• Assist in developing tax strategies aligned with client goals
• Contribute to improving service delivery and internal processes
• Support practice leadership with planning, budgeting, and strategic initiatives
• Mentor and coach junior team members

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Tax, Finance, or related field
• 2+ years of public accounting tax experience (U.S. compliance/consulting)
• Experience working with multiple entity types
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and build client relationships

Preferred

• Master's in Taxation or related field
• CPA or progress toward certification

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, and vision)
• Bonus Potential
• 401(k) with profit sharing
• Flexible work arrangements (hybrid schedule)
• Generous paid time off, including sick leave
• 11 paid company holidays
• Parental leave
• Employee wellness programs