Tax Compliance and Reporting:
- Ensure timely and accurate filing of all federal, state, and local tax returns.
- Maintain compliance with all tax regulations and guidelines.
- Manage and oversee the preparation and review of federal, state, and local tax returns.
- Ensure compliance with all REIT-related tax regulations and filing requirements.
- Oversee the Company’s internal REIT investor reporting and annual 1099-DIV requirements.
- Coordinate with external tax advisors and auditors to facilitate accurate and timely tax filings.
- Monitor and maintain compliance with the 90% income test and 75% asset test required for REIT qualification.
Tax Planning and Strategy:
- Develop and implement tax strategies to minimize the company’s tax liabilities.
- Conduct tax research and stay updated on new tax laws and regulations.
- Develop and implement tax planning strategies to optimize the tax position of the REITs.
- Advise on the tax implications of real estate acquisitions, dispositions, and other transactions.
- Conduct research and analysis on tax issues related to REITs and propose solutions to minimize tax liabilities.
- Collaborate with legal and real estate teams to structure transactions in a tax-efficient manner.
Financial Reporting:
- Oversee the preparation of tax provisions and disclosures for financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
- Ensure accurate and timely reporting of tax information for quarterly and annual financial statements.
- Liaise with the accounting team to integrate tax considerations into the overall financial reporting process.
Regulatory Compliance and Risk Management:
- Stay current on changes in tax laws and regulations affecting REITs.
- Assess the impact of new tax laws on the organization and advise management on necessary actions.
- Implement internal controls to mitigate tax risks and ensure compliance with all relevant tax regulations.
Audit Management:
- Manage tax audits and correspondences with tax authorities.
- Prepare documentation and responses to audit inquiries.
Process Improvement:
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of the tax function.
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
- Work closely with other departments (e.g., Accounting, Legal, HR) to support business initiatives and provide tax insights.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- CPA certification required.
- Advanced degree in Taxation or JD preferred.
- Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in tax, with a focus on REITs and real estate taxation.
- Extensive knowledge of federal, state, and local tax laws applicable to REITs.
- Experience in public accounting or a large corporate tax department preferred.
- Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local tax laws and regulations. Familiarity with international tax issues is a plus.
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Proficient in tax software and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to explain complex tax concepts to non-tax professionals.
- Strong project management skills.