Tax Associate

About Lincoln Avenue Communities

Welcome to Lincoln Avenue Communities (LAC)—a leading, mission-driven real estate private equity firm dedicated to strengthening communities through the development and preservation of affordable housing.

As a vertically integrated developer, investor, and long-term operator, we deliver sustainable, high-quality homes to lower- and moderate-income individuals, seniors, and families across 30states. Our growing portfolio—more than 180 properties and 30,000+ homes—reflects our commitment to long-term impact, operational excellence, and resident well-being.

LAC is proud to be recognized as an industry leader, recently ranked No. 1 on Affordable Housing Finance’s 2025 AHF 50 list of top developers. Our approach combines strategic investment, thoughtful design, and community partnerships to deliver housing solutions that foster stability, opportunity, and resilience.

About This Role

Lincoln Avenue Communities is seeking a Tax Associate to work in our New York City office. This is a newly created position to assist in evaluating our evolving portfolio of complex tax positions that will report to the Tax Manager on our Finance team.

We’re looking for someone at an Associate level only (~3-5 years of experience) with an understanding of real estate partnership tax concepts who can assist with various aspects of the tax function, including planning, deliverable tracking, notice resolution, projections, and return review. Prior exposure to affordable housing and low-income housing tax credits is preferred. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and eager to learn.

This is a hybrid role (3 days in office) and our offices are located in Midtown Manhattan.

What You’ll Do

• Coordinate with external accounting firms to review federal and state tax returns for 600+ entities, including lower-tier, real-estate owning partnerships and upper-tier corporate holding companies.
• Assist in preparing federal and state tax projections, both individually for specific real estate partnerships/transactions and on an aggregated basis for the partners of LAC.
• Prepare internal models to evaluate capital accounts/basis, and estimate the impact of proposed transactions to our tax position.
• Monitor and resolve federal and state tax notices.
• Perform special projects or duties as assigned.

Your Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, or Tax
• CPA license preferred
• Minimum 2-3 years of work experience involving partnership tax returns
• Experience at a Big 4 is highly preferred
• Highly proficient with Microsoft Excel
• Familiarity with multi-state taxation and real estate industry experience is preferred
• Critical thinking, problem-solving, and analytical skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a growing environment
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize key deliverables

Benefits & Compensation

The expected salary range for this position is $115,000 per year, based on qualifications and experience. In addition to the base salary, employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package:

• 100% covered medical, dental, and vision insurance for both you and your dependents
• 401(k) plan with company matching and no vesting period
• Life and disability insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, and Sick Time
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee referral program
• Company and team building events
• Learning and development

Equal Employment Opportunity 

LAC is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind and afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. At LAC, we conform to the spirit and the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.