Founded in 1978 by Lucy and Henry Billingsley, the organization expertly builds, owns, and manages its properties, ensuring long-term client, resident, and partner return. Specializing in master-planned developments and principles of new urbanism, each Billingsley property signifies technology, convenience, and a vast array of amenities aimed to attract and retain tenants, residents, visitors, and employees. These amenities include art, sculpture, parks, trails, and outdoor public spaces. With over 5,000 acres in DFW, Billingsley has built 5 million SF of Commercial space, 550,000 SF of Retail, 9 million SF of Industrial, and over 10,000 units of Multi-Family.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Billingsley Company is seeking a detail-oriented Tax Accountant to join our in-house tax team. This role supports the preparation of federal and Texas Margin Tax returns across a diverse portfolio of entities — including partnerships and LLCs (ranging from single-property rentals to complex multi-property, multi-division consolidations), S-Corps, corporations, HOAs, and family trusts. The position also contributes to general ledger accounting, work paper management, and financial reporting for budgeting and forecasting purposes.
Tax season runs mid-February through October 15, and our team is structured to maintain a healthy work/life balance throughout.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
— Prepare federal income tax returns and Texas Margin Tax returns accurately and on time
— Maintain neat, well-organized, and accurate work papers supporting all returns
— Prepare year-end tax work papers in coordination with filing deadlines
— Prepare monthly financial reports, quarterly forecasts, and annual budgets as needed
— Perform quarterly review and analysis of partner distributions and contributions
— Assist in preparation of annual estimated value balance sheets and supporting financials
— Support additional projects and initiatives as directed by tax managers
QUALIFICATIONS
Required
— Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field (Accounting major strongly preferred)
— 1–3 years of experience in tax preparation, with demonstrated experience in basic to complex partnership returns
— Working knowledge of partnership, S-Corp, corporation, and trust tax law
— Proficiency in general ledger accounting, including balance sheet, income statement, and trial balance analysis
— Advanced Excel skills
— Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
— Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Preferred
— Experience with Lacerte Tax Software or a comparable tax prep platform
— Familiarity with Yardi Voyager
— CPA candidates encouraged to apply
BENEFITS & PERKS
— Competitive salary
— Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, and Vision
— Company-paid Life and Disability insurance
— 401(k) with generous company match
— Employee apartment lease discounts at Billingsley properties
— Monthly employee recognition program
— Clear career path and advancement opportunities
— Healthy work/life balance — structured workload with reasonable hours year-round
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field
- 1-3 years of experience in tax preparation, including partnership returns
- Working knowledge of partnership, S-Corp, corporation, and trust tax law
- Proficiency in general ledger accounting, including balance sheet, income statement, and trial balance analysis
- Advanced Excel skills
- Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Experience with Lacerte Tax Software or comparable tax prep platform
- Familiarity with Yardi Voyager
- CPA candidates encouraged to apply
What We Do
Billingsley Company delivers unique insight and expertise to the art and science of commercial and residential real estate development. Founded in 1978 by Lucy and Henry Billingsley, Billingsley co-owns, designs, finances, leases and manages their properties for the future success of their investments and the success of their tenants. Combining their relationships in the local market with their expertise in development, Billingsley Company provides expanded opportunities for their business partners. From raw land to fully developed communities, they are engaged in each step of the process. Delivering smart design integrated with artistic works and natural spaces, Billingsley Company’s developments are life-enhancing communities in which to work, live, play, shop and dine. For further information, visit www.billingsleyco.com.
