Tax Accountant
Moss · Fort Lauderdale, FL
- On site
- Full-time
- $95,000 / year
- Fort Lauderdale, FL
Job highlights
- Coordinate federal and state tax return preparation.
- Ensure construction industry tax law compliance.
- Manage multi-state sales and use tax filings.
- Advise on tax implications for contracts and expenditures.
- Collaborate on tax strategy and optimization.
About the role
About Moss
Moss is a national privately held construction firm providing innovative solutions resulting in award-winning projects. With regional offices across the United States, Moss focuses on construction management, solar EPC, and design-build. The company’s diverse portfolio encompasses a wide range of sectors, including luxury high-rise residential, landmark mixed-use developments, hospitality, K-12 and higher education, justice, solar energy and battery storage, and sports. Moss is ranked by Engineering News-Record as the nation’s top solar contractor and one of the top 50 general contractors. Moss prides itself on a strong entrepreneurial culture that honors safety, quality, client engagement, and employee development. Its employees consistently rank Moss as one of the best places to work.
Position Scope and Organizational Impact
Moss’ Tax Accountant will be responsible for coordinating with the company’s external CPA firm for the preparation of federal and state tax returns. The Tax Accountant will assist with maintaining compliance with ever-changing construction-related tax laws and supporting strategic tax planning. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of federal tax law specific to the construction industry, sales and use tax compliance and research, and state nexus rules. This role offers flexibility to be structured as either part-time or full-time depending on the candidate’s availability and business needs.
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities
- Act as the liaison with the company’s external CPA firm for the preparation of federal, state and local income tax returns. This will include providing information to the firm, participating in meetings, tracking progress and deadlines as well reviewing the returns
- Prepare and file certain returns that are not filed by the CPA firm
- Prepare and file multi-state sales and use tax returns (monthly, quarterly, and annual)
- Research and interpret sales and use tax laws in multiple states, including nexus determinations, exemption rules, and construction-specific applications
- Educate staff on the sales tax laws in various states including what documents to provide to vendors and owners
- Advise management on the sales tax implications of construction contracts, materials purchases, equipment, and capital expenditures
- Monitor tax law changes and assess their impact on the company’s operations
- Maintain compliance with multi-state tax nexus and reporting requirements
- Assist with quarterly and annual tax forecasts, reconciliations, and supporting schedules
- Manage tax audits and respond to inquiries from tax authorities
- Partner with the Controller and CFO on tax strategy, planning, and cash flow optimization
- Ensure accurate recordkeeping of tax filings, payments, and supporting documentation
- Support year-end close and collaborate with external auditors and tax advisors as needed
- Perform other duties as assigned
Education and Work Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or EA preferred)
- 3+ years of experience in tax accounting, preferably in construction or a multi-state environment
- Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local tax compliance
- Direct experience with sales and use tax compliance in a multi-state environment is required, including return preparation and research
- Familiarity with construction industry accounting and job costing (a plus)
- Familiarity with solar industry a plus
- Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently and communicate effectively with team members
Job Details
- Job Title: Tax Accountant
- Job Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL (Hybrid or Remote Available)
- Classification: Full Time – Exempt – Salaried
- Reports To: Corporate Controller
Moss is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive environment for all employees.
Key skills/competency
- Tax Accounting
- Federal Tax Law
- State Tax Law
- Sales and Use Tax
- Multi-state Compliance
- Construction Industry Tax
- Tax Planning
- Tax Audits
- Financial Reporting
- Accounting Software
Skills & topics
- Tax Accountant
- Tax Accounting
- Federal Tax
- State Tax
- Sales Tax
- Use Tax
- Multi-state Tax
- Construction Tax
- Tax Compliance
- Tax Planning
- CPA
- Accounting
- Finance
- Fort Lauderdale
- Hybrid
- Remote
How to get hired
- Customize your resume: Highlight your tax accounting experience, especially in construction and multi-state environments.
- Tailor your application: Emphasize your knowledge of federal tax law, sales and use tax, and state nexus rules.
- Showcase relevant skills: Mention your familiarity with construction industry accounting and any solar industry experience.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss your experience with tax audits, compliance, and strategic tax planning.
Technical preparation
Master federal and state tax laws.,Practice multi-state sales and use tax filings.,Understand construction accounting principles.,Review tax audit response strategies.
Behavioral questions
Describe a complex tax issue you resolved.,How do you stay updated on tax law changes?,Explain your collaboration with external CPAs.,How do you advise management on tax implications?
Frequently asked questions
- What is the primary responsibility of a Tax Accountant at Moss?
- The Tax Accountant at Moss is primarily responsible for coordinating with the external CPA firm for federal and state tax return preparation, ensuring compliance with construction-related tax laws, and assisting with strategic tax planning. They also manage multi-state sales and use tax filings.
- What specific tax knowledge is required for the Tax Accountant role at Moss?
- The role requires strong knowledge of federal tax law specific to the construction industry, comprehensive understanding of sales and use tax compliance and research, and expertise in state nexus rules. Experience with multi-state sales and use tax compliance is essential.
- Is the Tax Accountant position at Moss full-time or part-time?
- The Tax Accountant position offers flexibility and can be structured as either part-time or full-time, depending on the candidate's availability and the company's business needs.
- What kind of experience is preferred for the Tax Accountant role at Moss?
- Moss prefers candidates with 3+ years of experience in tax accounting, ideally within the construction industry or a multi-state environment. Direct experience with multi-state sales and use tax compliance is a must.
- Are there opportunities for professional development for a Tax Accountant at Moss?
- Yes, Moss prides itself on employee development. While not explicitly detailed for this role, the company culture fosters growth, and this position offers exposure to strategic tax planning and collaboration with senior finance leadership.
- What is the work arrangement for the Tax Accountant role at Moss?
- The Tax Accountant position in Fort Lauderdale, FL, offers a hybrid or remote work arrangement, providing flexibility for employees.
- How does the Tax Accountant role contribute to Moss's strategic goals?
- The Tax Accountant contributes by supporting strategic tax planning, optimizing cash flow, ensuring compliance with tax laws, and managing tax audits, all of which impact the company's financial health and operational efficiency.
- What is the importance of sales and use tax knowledge for this role at Moss?
- Sales and use tax knowledge is critical as the Tax Accountant will prepare and file multi-state sales and use tax returns, research complex laws, advise on implications for contracts and purchases, and educate staff on compliance.