At Cortland, we operate with a forward-thinking approach that challenges conventional norms and actively seeks insights beyond traditional industry boundaries. As a recognized leader in the multifamily sector, our focus on performance, innovation, and disciplined execution continues to drive strong growth and market leadership. We are committed to building a best-in-class organization by empowering top talent with the resources, autonomy, and support needed to deliver results and advance their careers in a high-performance environment.

As Vice President of Tax Compliance and Reporting, you will play a critical role in defining and optimizing our tax reporting and compliance strategy. Reporting directly to the Chief Accounting Officer, you will oversee all aspects of U.S. and international tax compliance, working closely with external providers and internal teams to elevate the Tax Reporting Function at Cortland. Your strategic vision, operational efficiency, and proactive problem-solving approach will drive continuous improvement, standardization, and scalability within the department.

• Lead the reporting function to deliver all US income tax reporting, including federal, state, and select international tax returns, ensuring timely, accurate, and compliant filings.
• Coordinate and review work performed by external CPA firms
• Ensure the organization is in full compliance with all tax laws and regulations as well as with all requirements to maintain REIT status for applicable Funds
• Provide leadership and guidance, offering strategic insights and operational direction that optimize workflows and position the team for growth and efficiency.
• Spearhead and contribute to cross-functional projects, creating synergies with Cortland’s Legal, Accounting, Finance, Operations, and Investor Relations teams to enhance tax processes and support business goals.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with internal partners, peers, external consultants, and revenue department auditors.
• Champion operational excellence through process improvement, leveraging best practices, supporting the evolution of tax software tools, incorporating data analytics, and promoting automation and technology to enhance efficiency and scalability.
• Support strategic tax initiatives in collaboration with EVP of Tax.
• Stay current on tax law changes and regulatory updates, assessing their impact and communicating necessary adjustments to key stakeholders.
• Lead the audit provision process, from initial planning and forecasting to calculations, analysis, and reporting.
• Develop and nurture relationships with external consultants, revenue department auditors, and internal teams, ensuring alignment and integration with Cortland’s global tax strategies.
• Drive key Tax contributions to the design and implementation of the future ERP system
• Lead company-wide effort to standardize sales/use tax reporting for growing lines of business

• Master’s degree in Accounting, Taxation or JD/LLM; CPA certification preferred
• 10+ years in private equity real estate investment, REITs, or public accounting (including at least 5 years relevant industry experience)
• Deep expertise in tax reporting for partnerships, investment funds, REITs, and multi-family real estate assets.
• Technical understanding of ASC 740 and ASC 842, with familiarity in international tax and cross-border differences
• Proven ability to manage U.S. tax reporting for diverse investor groups, including institutional and international stakeholders
• Track record of standardizing and documenting tax compliance and reporting processes
• Advanced Excel with data analytics experience and knowledge of RealPage/OneSite; Accounting software is a plus
• Collaborative, humble, and results-oriented, with a high commitment to quality and integrity

Agency Notice:
Cortland is currently managing recruitment internally and is not engaging external agencies for this position. Unsolicited candidate submissions will not be considered. We kindly ask that agencies refrain from contacting team members directly. Should our needs change, our Talent Acquisition team will reach out through the appropriate channels. We appreciate your understanding.

Founded in 2005, Cortland is an international, vertically integrated multifamily real estate investment, development, and management firm with a resident-centric approach to living experiences. Recognized as one of the top 10 multifamily owners and operators in the US, Cortland combines in-house design, construction, and operations to deliver value and innovation across its portfolio.

Join us as we reimagine apartment living and drive outsized returns through purpose, performance, and people.

Cortland is an equal opportunity employer, and we’re proud to support and celebrate diversity in the workplace. We are committed to equal consideration for all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If you have a disability and need an accommodation or assistance with the application process and/or using our website, please email Careers@cortland.com

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