Senior Manager, Tax - Funds

Role Overview

Position: Senior Tax Manager – Funds 

Department: Accounting 

Reporting to: Managing Director, Tax 

FLSA Status: Exempt
Available Locations: 1) Bentonville, Arizona or 2) Denver, Colorado

Walton Enterprises is seeking a skilled, highly motivated and entrepreneurial individual to join the team as a Senior Tax Manager – Funds. The ideal teammate demonstrates advanced expertise in partnership taxation, alternative investments, and real estate structures while providing strategic leadership across complex tax compliance and planning activities. 

About the Position 

This role leads tax compliance, reporting, and planning efforts for the family office investment portfolio, including private equity, venture capital, hedge funds, fund of funds, and real estate partnerships. The position integrates deep technical tax knowledge with investment focused insight, supporting pass through entity filings, tax basis tracking, and K 1 analysis across a broad range of investment vehicles. The role also contributes to tax planning and research activities for individuals, trusts, and charitable entities in support of long term financial and philanthropic objectives. 

What you will do 

Provide senior level tax leadership for investment fund and real estate activities, oversee complex compliance and planning efforts, and advise internal partners on tax strategy and risk considerations. 

Responsibilities  

Fund Taxation & Investment Support 

• Perform reviews of tax research, partnership work papers, allocations, and tax filings prepared by junior staff.  
• Identify complex tax issues and provide tax analyses for a variety of hedge fund, private equity, fund-of-funds, real estate partnerships and their affiliates    
• Research, monitor, and assess downstream impact on individuals, trusts, and foundations.   
• Develop planning ideas to negate negative outcomes for downstream investors  
• Monitor tax-sensitive issues such as UBTI, ECI, PFIC, and foreign reporting obligations (e.g., Forms 8865, 5471, 8938). 
• Support the Managing Director, Tax – Funds in fund structuring discussions, reviewing allocation models, waterfall provisions, and side letters as part of due diligence for investment opportunities. 

Tax Research & Strategy 

• Conduct tax research on issues related to investment products and advise the investment services team on strategic tax planning. 
• Stay current with tax law changes relevant to the real estate industry, alternative investments funds, partnerships, and high-net-worth individuals 
• Support the development and documentation of tax planning strategies tailored to investment entities. 

Collaboration & Cross-Functional Support 

• Coordinate with investment, legal, accounting, and philanthropic services teams to gather required data for tax filings and planning. 
• Assist in data compilation and analysis to support tax audits and internal reporting. 
• Participate in special projects related to new fund launches, transactions, or restructuring efforts. 

Who we are looking for 

Skills needed 

• Advanced partnership and real estate taxation expertise 
• Strategic tax research and technical writing skills 
• Investment fund compliance and advisory experience 
• Financial analysis and data interpretation 
• Proficiency in Excel and tax workpaper systems 
• Clear communication of complex tax concepts 

Qualifications required for your success 

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field  
• CPA certification. 
• Master’s in Taxation, Accounting, Business Administration, or J.D. preferred. 
• 8+ years of experience in advanced partnership taxation or investment funds. 
• Strong understanding of Subchapter K (704(b), 704(c), 734,743), pass-through entities, and fund-level allocations. 
• Excellent research and writing skills 
• Experience reviewing partnership agreements, side letters, and subscription documents 

Personal attributes that support your success 

• Demonstrates discretion, integrity, and expertise while serving as a trusted advisor to principals and colleagues. 
• Collaborates respectfully and effectively with others, contributing to a supportive, team-oriented environment. 
• Approaches challenges with curiosity, bold thinking, and a commitment to continuous learning and innovation. 
• Maintains a strong focus on results, consistently exercising sound judgment and decision-making. 
• Brings a visionary mindset, planning strategically for the future with imagination and insight. 
• Committed to excellence and actively engages with others to accomplish shared goals. 

All offers of employment are contingent on your successful completion (where permitted by state law) of a confidentiality agreement and background check. In addition, you will need to provide proper identification verifying your eligibility to work in the United States on your first day of work. 

Benefits Information 

Compensation Range: $209,000 - $261,000

Benefits Information: We offer a comprehensive and generous benefits package which includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan and paid time off. 

About the Accounting Department  

The Accounting Department provides a suite of services including accounts payable, accounts receivable, investment accounting, and grants administration. The accounting team supports the family households, Walton Enterprises, and the Walton Family Foundation.  

About Walton Enterprises 

Walton Enterprises supports the personal, philanthropic, and business activity for the Walton family. We are a family-led organization, supporting multiple generations of Sam and Helen Walton’s family. 

We value trust, mutual respect, and a workplace where every associate belongs and can do their best work. We bring together talented people with different backgrounds and viewpoints, support their growth, and empower them to contribute meaningfully. 

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to a workplace that is free of discrimination and harassment of any kind. All applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.