Experienced Tax Associate (Real Estate Focus - US based only)

Job duties

• Own preparation and support review of federal and state partnership tax returns (Form 1065) with a focus on real estate structures
• Prepare Schedule K-1s, allocations, and supporting workpapers
• Manage tax data and workflows in GoSystem Tax RS
• Perform tax analysis and reconciliations using Excel (SUMIFS, INDEX-MATCH)
• Serve as primary client contact for assigned engagements
• Support tax research, compliance, and process improvement initiatives (including AI-assisted workflows)

Requirements

• Hands-on experience with Form 1065 and Schedule K-1s, including partnership allocations and supporting workpapers
• Experience working with real estate partnerships, property management companies, or investment structures
• 2+ years of tax preparation experience in public accounting or a real estate-focused tax environment
• Strong understanding of federal and state income tax compliance for business entities
• Ability to manage multiple client deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Preferred qualifications (not required)

• Experience with GoSystem Tax RS or similar tax software (e.g., ProSystem FX, UltraTax, Lacerte)
• Exposure to multi-state tax filings or more complex partnership structures
• Experience using Excel for tax reconciliations (SUMIFS, INDEX-MATCH)
• CPA or EA license (or in progress)

We would love you if you

• Take ownership of engagements from start to finish with minimal oversight
• Have strong experience working through tax deadlines in a structured firm environment
• Look for ways to improve accuracy, efficiency, and workflow-not just complete tasks
• Are comfortable working in complex partnership environments with multiple moving parts

Location and schedule

This is a virtual (remote), full-time role that demands availability between 9am-6pm EST Monday-Friday and extended busy season hours. Candidates based in Illinois, Texas, Florida, Georgia and North Carolina are preferred, though qualified applicants from other locations may still be considered.

About REA

At REA, we're a fast-growing, technology-driven accounting company dedicated exclusively to the real estate industry. We specialize in automating back-office financial operations for property management companies, real estate investors, and construction companies. With over 130,000 units under management, 30m commercial sq. ft, and a team of 230+ professionals, we provide comprehensive bookkeeping and virtual property management services to some of the largest real estate investment firms in the U.S. Our mission is to help our clients scale their businesses beyond what they imagined possible, using innovative solutions and unparalleled expertise.