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Harbor Group Management Company . Harbor Group Management Company is a multi-billion dollar real estate investment and property management firm. We are looking for passionate, goal-oriented, creative individuals with an entrepreneurial spirit and great communication skills. Harbor Group is dedicated to outstanding customer service and providing an exquisite living experience for our residents. Job Title:
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Onsite, Norfolk, Virginia Corporate Office Harbor Group International (HGI) is a leading global real estate investment and management firm. With more than $20 billion in assets under management, the firm invests in and manages diversified property portfolios including office, retail, and multifamily properties. With over 40 years of experience and over 1,600 employees worldwide, HGI continues to look for real estate investment opportunities. We are seeking a high-performing Tax Manager who will fill a leadership role on the Tax Team in the Investment Accounting Department at Harbor Group. The ideal candidate is an experienced tax accountant with a public accounting background, extensive knowledge of partnership taxation, and real estate industry experience. The Tax Manager will manage tax functions relating to property portfolios, alternative investments, REITs, and corporate entities. This person will oversee areas of federal, state and local tax compliance, and will be the main contact with external tax advisors. The Tax Manager will have exposure to tax structuring for acquisitions, dispositions and investors, as well as non-U.S. investor tax compliance, preferred equity and mezzanine debt investments, Freddie Mac bonds, whole loans, REITs, and other complex real estate transactions. Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Review K-1s and tax returns prepared by CPA firms and coordinate tax forms and tax elections as needed
Manage and oversee busy season timeline, K-1s and tax returns, tax payments, extensions, and delivery of Schedule K-1s to investors
Manage REIT and TRS elections, quarterly REIT testing, and reviewing testing memos prepared by external tax advisors
Review income and withholding tax projections related to real property dispositions
Oversee reconciliation of annual investor tax withholdings
Manage year-end tax projection process for the Harbor Group general partners and select LP investors
Assist with CPA Firm fee negotiations for new and existing work and oversee CPA firm invoice tracking and payments
Manage annual partnership expense budgets and processing related expenses
Oversee tax notice activity and active notice balances, and work with CPA firms to resolve tax assessments
Work with Investor Relations to respond to investor questions related to investor tax deliverables and tax withholding
Monitor changes in tax legislation, update management about discovered modifications, and adjust procedures to comply with new tax requirements
Serve as a team leader with responsibility to communicate with other internal Accounting & Finance team leaders, executive leadership, and the Investor Relations, Equity, Legal, and Asset Management teams
Assist with research and tax structuring related to property acquisitions, dispositions, and recapitalizations
Assist Chief Accounting Officer and VP of Tax with special projects as needed
Experience, Skills and Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in accounting or an equivalent discipline
Advanced degree in taxation preferred
5+ years of relevant work experience in public accounting or a combination of public accounting and the private sector
CPA or eligible to sit for CPA exam required
Experience with partnership taxation (Form 1065, Schedule K-1) required
Knowledge of real estate purchase and sale transactions preferred
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage through ambiguity and complexity
Experience in managing a team and developing people
Expertise in maximizing efficiency and creating new processes
Ability to communicate effectively with senior management, external sponsors, and investors
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook & PowerPoint; very strong Excel skills and ability to learn new accounting systems
Experience with MRI and YARDI a plus
Understanding of Real Estate Investment Trusts is a plus
Perks and Benefits:
Comprehensive benefits package including health & retirement options, wellness program, paid holidays, paid time off, maternity and paternity leave, and Dayforce Wallet
Learning & development environment with education assistance
Annual Company Leadership Conference and Accounting Department Coaching and Employee Engagement activities
Competitive salaries and bonuses
401(k) plan with employer matching
Paid personal time & holidays; flexible spending accounts
Employee apartment discount and referral programs
Volunteer & community service opportunities; tuition reimbursement
What We Offer:
Wellness perks and health plans
Flexible and inclusive benefits options
Harbor Group Management is proudly an Equal Opportunity Employer EOE/M/F/D/V. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Seniority level:
Mid-Senior level Employment type:
Full-time Job function:
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Tax Manager
role at
Harbor Group Management Company . Harbor Group Management Company is a multi-billion dollar real estate investment and property management firm. We are looking for passionate, goal-oriented, creative individuals with an entrepreneurial spirit and great communication skills. Harbor Group is dedicated to outstanding customer service and providing an exquisite living experience for our residents. Job Title:
Tax Manager Location:
Onsite, Norfolk, Virginia Corporate Office Harbor Group International (HGI) is a leading global real estate investment and management firm. With more than $20 billion in assets under management, the firm invests in and manages diversified property portfolios including office, retail, and multifamily properties. With over 40 years of experience and over 1,600 employees worldwide, HGI continues to look for real estate investment opportunities. We are seeking a high-performing Tax Manager who will fill a leadership role on the Tax Team in the Investment Accounting Department at Harbor Group. The ideal candidate is an experienced tax accountant with a public accounting background, extensive knowledge of partnership taxation, and real estate industry experience. The Tax Manager will manage tax functions relating to property portfolios, alternative investments, REITs, and corporate entities. This person will oversee areas of federal, state and local tax compliance, and will be the main contact with external tax advisors. The Tax Manager will have exposure to tax structuring for acquisitions, dispositions and investors, as well as non-U.S. investor tax compliance, preferred equity and mezzanine debt investments, Freddie Mac bonds, whole loans, REITs, and other complex real estate transactions. Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Review K-1s and tax returns prepared by CPA firms and coordinate tax forms and tax elections as needed
Manage and oversee busy season timeline, K-1s and tax returns, tax payments, extensions, and delivery of Schedule K-1s to investors
Manage REIT and TRS elections, quarterly REIT testing, and reviewing testing memos prepared by external tax advisors
Review income and withholding tax projections related to real property dispositions
Oversee reconciliation of annual investor tax withholdings
Manage year-end tax projection process for the Harbor Group general partners and select LP investors
Assist with CPA Firm fee negotiations for new and existing work and oversee CPA firm invoice tracking and payments
Manage annual partnership expense budgets and processing related expenses
Oversee tax notice activity and active notice balances, and work with CPA firms to resolve tax assessments
Work with Investor Relations to respond to investor questions related to investor tax deliverables and tax withholding
Monitor changes in tax legislation, update management about discovered modifications, and adjust procedures to comply with new tax requirements
Serve as a team leader with responsibility to communicate with other internal Accounting & Finance team leaders, executive leadership, and the Investor Relations, Equity, Legal, and Asset Management teams
Assist with research and tax structuring related to property acquisitions, dispositions, and recapitalizations
Assist Chief Accounting Officer and VP of Tax with special projects as needed
Experience, Skills and Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in accounting or an equivalent discipline
Advanced degree in taxation preferred
5+ years of relevant work experience in public accounting or a combination of public accounting and the private sector
CPA or eligible to sit for CPA exam required
Experience with partnership taxation (Form 1065, Schedule K-1) required
Knowledge of real estate purchase and sale transactions preferred
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage through ambiguity and complexity
Experience in managing a team and developing people
Expertise in maximizing efficiency and creating new processes
Ability to communicate effectively with senior management, external sponsors, and investors
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook & PowerPoint; very strong Excel skills and ability to learn new accounting systems
Experience with MRI and YARDI a plus
Understanding of Real Estate Investment Trusts is a plus
Perks and Benefits:
Comprehensive benefits package including health & retirement options, wellness program, paid holidays, paid time off, maternity and paternity leave, and Dayforce Wallet
Learning & development environment with education assistance
Annual Company Leadership Conference and Accounting Department Coaching and Employee Engagement activities
Competitive salaries and bonuses
401(k) plan with employer matching
Paid personal time & holidays; flexible spending accounts
Employee apartment discount and referral programs
Volunteer & community service opportunities; tuition reimbursement
What We Offer:
Wellness perks and health plans
Flexible and inclusive benefits options
Harbor Group Management is proudly an Equal Opportunity Employer EOE/M/F/D/V. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Seniority level:
Mid-Senior level Employment type:
Full-time Job function:
Accounting/Auditing and Finance Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Harbor Group Management Company. Get notified about new Tax Manager jobs in Norfolk, VA.
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