Position Overview
Ducky Recovery is seeking an experienced and highly strategic Fractional Tax Manager to support the financial and operational growth of a fast-paced residential construction and federally funded disaster recovery organization. This role is ideal for a senior tax professional who thrives in an entrepreneurial environment and can provide high-level tax oversight, planning, compliance coordination, and strategic guidance on a flexible, part-time basis.
The ideal candidate will have extensive experience working with closely held businesses, construction companies, multi-state operations, and complex ownership structures. Experience with government contracting, S-corporations, partnerships, and owner compensation planning is strongly preferred.
This position will work closely with ownership, executive leadership, outside CPAs, and the accounting team to improve tax strategy, compliance processes, and overall financial efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and oversee the company’s federal, state, and local tax strategy and compliance efforts
- Maintain basis of all companys
- Coordinate with outside CPA firms regarding preparation and filing of business and individual tax returns
- Review tax filings for accuracy, completeness, and strategic opportunities
- Provide proactive tax planning related to:
- Construction operations
- Government contracting
- Multi-state taxation
- Entity structuring
- Owner compensation
- ESOP and equity considerations
- Depreciation and fixed asset strategies
- Advise leadership regarding tax implications of contracts, acquisitions, restructuring, and expansion initiatives
- Assist with year-end tax projections and estimated payment calculations
- Support audits, notices, and correspondence from taxing authorities
- Monitor changes in tax laws and regulations affecting the construction and disaster recovery industries
- Collaborate with internal accounting personnel to improve documentation, processes, and tax-related controls
- Assist with sales and use tax compliance and review
- Provide strategic guidance regarding employee vs. contractor classifications and payroll tax matters
- Evaluate opportunities for tax credits, incentives, and government-related benefits
- Support implementation and optimization of accounting and ERP systems from a tax reporting perspective
- Assist with cash flow forecasting related to tax obligations
Qualifications
- CPA required; MST or advanced tax specialization preferred
- Minimum 8–10 years of progressive tax experience
- Significant experience with construction industry taxation strongly preferred
- Experience with S-corporations, partnerships, pass-through entities, and owner-operated businesses
- Strong understanding of multi-state taxation and nexus issues
- Experience advising companies with revenues exceeding $25M annually preferred
- Familiarity with government contracting and federally funded programs is a plus
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
- Ability to operate independently while collaborating effectively with executive leadership
- High level of discretion and professionalism with confidential financial information
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting systems
- Experience with ERP/accounting platforms such as Acumatica preferred
Preferred Experience
- Residential construction or general contracting
- CDBG-DR or federally funded program environments
- ESOP-related tax considerations
- Cost segregation and fixed asset optimization
- Mergers, acquisitions, and entity restructuring
- High-growth entrepreneurial companies
Work Arrangement
- Fractional / Part-Time Engagement
- Flexible scheduling based on company needs
- Primarily remote, with occasional virtual or in-person meetings as needed
- Independent contractor (1099) or part-time employee structure may be considered
Compensation
Compensation will be commensurate with experience, qualifications, and engagement structure. Flexible arrangements are available for highly qualified candidates.
Company Description
Ducky Recovery is a 3rd generation, family-owned business and has been a trusted partner in construction and logistics for more than 30 years. We are an award-winning, industry leader that specializes in planning and executing complete construction projects and working to preserve all of the beautiful homes along the US Coastline. With extensive experience as a contractor for private developers; as well as city, county, state, and federal agencies, we work with over 500 structures each year while maintaining a spotless safety record.