Overview

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Tax Department

The Accounting Tax team is responsible for tax compliance, audits, planning, and budgeting. The team collaborates with external tax advisors and internal departments to strategize and obtain tax efficiencies. Our tax staff directly drives the process to meet corporate goals using various tax planning strategies.

Position Overview

This role can be based remotely in the United States or in Denver, CO; Santa Clara, CA; or Ashburn, VA.

Vantage is seeking a strategic, detail-oriented Tax Director, REITs and Partnerships - North America to lead the income tax function for our U.S. real estate investment platform, focusing on REIT and partnership structures. The role provides strategic tax guidance across fund operations, structuring, compliance, and investor support.

Essential Job Functions

REIT & Partnership Tax Oversight

• Lead quarterly and annual REIT income and asset testing across all structures.
• Track new activities across the various REITs for diligence purposes.
• Oversee partnership tax compliance, including K-1s, returns, and extensions.
• Ensure timely delivery of REIT testing results to investors.
• Review and manage federal, state, and local tax filings.
• Respond to tax notices and inquiries from authorities.
• Drive process improvements to enhance tax operations.
• Document and complete all REIT tax elections and file them timely (8875s, 8832s, REIT PPMs, etc.).

Tax Planning & Structuring

• Collaborate with legal and external advisors on fund documents and structuring.
• Conduct tax research and plan to optimize the company's tax position.
• Support investor tax structuring and review related legal documentation.

Investor & Internal Support

• Address investor and advisor questions on fund tax matters.
• Assist with REIT formations and tax due diligence.
• Provide internal training on REIT and partnership tax topics.

Vendor & Stakeholder Management

• Manage relationships with external tax advisors and REIT counsel.
• Coordinate with internal teams on complex tax issues.
• Monitor tax law changes and assess impact on fund structures.
• Perform additional duties as needed.

Additional Duties

• Additional duties as assigned by Management.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field; CPA, master's degree or JD strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years' work experience with at least 6 years serving as an attorney, tax accountant or tax advisor for REITs within a large US REIT or third-party service provider; experience in structuring real estate funds and transactions strongly preferred.
• Strong familiarity with US tax laws and REIT rules and their application in practice.
• Solid understanding of accounting rules, particularly around REIT matters.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with senior real estate investment professionals.
• Self-starter with the ability to prioritize competing initiatives; able to work independently and in a team.
• Strong executive presence and communication skills to describe complex tax rules to non-tax professionals.
• Travel up to 5%, may increase over time as the business evolves.

Physical Demands and Special Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The role may involve standing, walking, sitting, handling objects, reaching, climbing stairs, balancing, stooping or kneeling, talking, and hearing. Occasional lifting up to 25 pounds may be required.

Additional Details

• Salary Range: $170,000-$185,000 Base + Bonus (Colorado market data; may vary by location)
• Company benefits include medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D, disability coverage, PTO, EAP, 401(k) with company match, and additional voluntary benefits.
• Compensation may vary based on qualifications, skills, competencies and experience.

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We operate with No Ego and No Arrogance. We reward hard and efficient work with an above-market total compensation package and a comprehensive benefits suite. We also offer benefits, recognition, training and development opportunities.

Don't meet all the requirements? Please apply if you think you are the right person for the position. We are open to discussing candidates who connect with our mission and values.

Vantage Data Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Vantage Data Centers does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firm agencies. Fees will not be paid for candidates submitted without an agreement in place.

We will accept applications for at least one week from the posting date. If you're interested, apply soon as the role will remain open until filled.