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We’d rather have ten people who love the work than a hundred who tolerate
it. If that’s you, there’s real room here to grow.
We’d rather have ten people who love the work than a hundred who tolerate it. If that’s you, there’s real room here to grow.
Most people who join Align didn’t come from a traditional tax background, and we like it that
way. Engineers, CPAs, finance people, project managers, the common thread isn’t the résumé,
it’s someone who’s genuinely curious about how a building, a manufacturing line, or a research
project works, and doesn’t mind getting into the details to prove it on paper.
Most people who join Align didn’t come from a traditional tax background, and we like it that way. Engineers, CPAs, finance people, project managers, the common thread isn’t the résumé, it’s someone who’s genuinely curious about how a building, a manufacturing line, or a research project works, and doesn’t mind getting into the details to prove it on paper.
Open Role
Energy Consultant
Support utility sales tax exemption and 179D engagements, from predominant-use studies to energy modeling coordination, working directly with our specialty tax team. Project management background preferred; manufacturing or engineering experience is a plus, but not required.
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As part of our Energy Services team, this role focuses on utility sales tax exemptions, obtaining tax exemptions and refunds on the electric, gas, and water utilities used in manufacturing and production. The role centers on facility tours and data collection across our target industries, manufacturing, production, industrial processing, and recycling, along with preparing energy reports and maintaining a detailed project plan. Willingness to travel up to 30% of the time throughout the continental US is required.
What You'll Need
- Bachelor’s degree required; 1-3 years of project management, coordination, or relevant internship experience considered
- No prior experience with tax credits necessary
- Strong project management and analytical skills, with attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Experienced in Microsoft Excel
- Valid US driver’s license and ability to travel to client locations
Responsibilities
- Perform facility site tours to collect data required for projects
- Prepare and submit required forms
- Maintain a detailed project plan, coordinate resources, and escalate to management as needed
- Manage relationships with clients, stakeholders, and vendors
Open Role
R&D Tax Credit Manager
Lead R&D Tax Credit projects from study to delivery, combining engineering and tax legislation to build compliant, thorough credit studies. Background in accounting, finance, or engineering preferred, with a focus on niche tax strategies.
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We’re looking for a highly motivated individual to lead R&D Tax Credit projects end to end, participate in sales and marketing efforts, and help develop and train consultants within the practice. This role combines engineering and tax legislation to build compliant, well-documented credit studies. Previous R&D tax credit experience and proven leadership capability are expected, along with willingness to travel up to 30% of the time throughout the continental US.
What You'll Need
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, construction management, or engineering
- 1-2+ years of experience in R&D tax credits
- Strong project management, organizational, and time management skills
- Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Experienced in Microsoft Excel
- Valid US driver’s license and ability to travel to client locations
Responsibilities
- Advise clients on R&D tax credit matters and lead projects on time and within budget
- Assist leadership with complex business problems, from strategy to execution
- Prepare and review R&D tax credit reports and calculations for compliance
- Support sales and marketing efforts, including proposals, client calls, and research
- Assign and manage project tasks for consultants, and develop and train the team
- Lead technical interviews with client scientists and engineers, and prepare written technical conclusions
- Conduct client site visits to document and consult on R&D resources
- Maintain outstanding client relationships
Open Role
Business Development
Promote Align’s specialty tax services and build new relationships with our core client base, including CPA firms and commercial real estate firms.
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As a member of the Sales team, the Director of Business Development is focused on promoting Align’s tax services and developing new client relationships across CPA groups, commercial real estate firms, and individual clients. Willingness to travel up to 20% of the time throughout the continental US is required.
What You'll Need
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, construction management, or engineering
- 2-5 years of professional sales experience
- No prior experience with tax credits necessary
- Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and communication skills
- Valid US driver’s license and ability to travel to client locations
Responsibilities
- Contact, meet, and communicate with CPA groups, commercial real estate firms, and individual clients to understand their needs
- Proactively identify new client opportunities, competition, and potential challenges
- Work with the sales team to define customer and market segmentation and develop territory strategy
- Identify, develop, and execute account plans in line with company objectives
- Hit defined annual sales quota
Open Role
Cost Segregation Consultant
Seeking a qualified Cost Segregation Consultant to join our tight-knit team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting, finance, or engineering, with a focus on real estate and tax strategies.
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Creating compliant and thorough cost segregation studies to optimize tax savings is at the core of this role. Our Cost Segregation team uses construction cost estimation techniques to accelerate tax depreciation, a process that involves detailed engineering analysis, reviewing architectural plans, and conducting on-site inspections. This role requires willingness to travel up to 50% of the time throughout the continental US.
What You'll Need
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, construction management, or engineering
- 1-3 years of accounting or engineering experience is desirable; recent graduates are welcome to apply
- No prior experience with tax credits necessary
- Strong project management and analytical skills, with attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Experienced in Microsoft Excel
- Valid US driver’s license and ability to travel to client locations
Responsibilities
- Conduct cost segregation studies on commercial and residential properties, identifying and categorizing components for accelerated depreciation
- Analyze construction documents, architectural drawings, and financial records to determine qualified assets
- Prepare detailed reports summarizing findings with tax support
- Collaborate with clients to understand their needs and goals
- Conduct on-site inspections to document depreciable property
- Support leadership with audits by collecting data, analyses, and other tasks as needed
Open Role
Operations and Billing Coordinator
This role is crucial for maintaining accurate billing records, managing customer accounts, and ensuring a seamless experience for our clients. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in billing processes and customer relationship management (CRM) systems.
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This role is crucial for maintaining accurate billing records, managing customer accounts, and ensuring a seamless experience for our clients, alongside general administrative support across the firm.
What You'll Need
- Attention to detail with a self-starter mindset
- Strong organizational skills
- Excellent professional verbal and written communication skills
- Experienced in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Adobe
- Experience in Zoho CRM desirable but not required
- Experience in QuickBooks desirable but not required
- Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize work
- 2 years of administrative support experience a plus
Responsibilities
- Manage the end-to-end billing process, including invoice generation, payment processing, and account reconciliation
- Generate and analyze billing reports to track revenue and identify trends
- Assist in implementing and optimizing CRM tools and processes
- Respond to customer billing and account questions in a timely, professional manner
- Provide administrative support for shareholders, leaders, and employees across the firm
- Answer and direct phone calls
- Organize and assist with data entry for digital files as needed for various projects
- Order office supplies and ensure all areas are stocked appropriately
- Submit and reconcile expense reports
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Tell us a bit about yourself and attach your resume, we’ll take it from there.
Don't see the right fit?
We’re always up for a conversation with someone sharp and client-first,
even without an open role posted.
We’re always up for a conversation with someone sharp and client-first, even without an open role posted.