Global Private Tax Manager - Cross-Border Wealth

EY; Grand Rapids (MI); Hybrid; USD 116,000 - 213,000; Full time

Job summary

EY is seeking a Manager in Private Tax to deliver personal and private tax advice to cross-border multijurisdictional families. You’ll lead delivery of tailored tax strategies, support wealth transfer planning, and navigate cross-border issues while coaching teams and maintaining a strong client focus.

You’ll work on challenging tax planning projects, manage complex initiatives, and collaborate with global teams. This role involves travel and requires a deep understanding of U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field required; CPA or Bar membership preferred.
• Significant tax experience in professional services or tax organization.
• Strong knowledge of estate and wealth planning and federal/state tax.
• Proven collaboration, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience with automated tax processing systems and driving process improvements.
• Experience managing budgets and projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of tailored tax advice and compliance for complex family structures.
• Support clients in wealth transfer, succession planning, and governance strategies.
• Navigate multijurisdictional tax matters and cross-border issues.
• Coach and supervise professionals to deliver complex technical initiatives.
• Maintain high-quality client service with focus on performance and risk management.
• Travel may be required to meet client needs and participate in sessions.

Skills

International Tax Planning

Tax Research and Analysis

Client trust and value

Leading teams

Managing change

Negotiation and influencing

Global Mindset

Emotional Agility

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

CPA certification

Bar membership (optional)

Job description

EY is seeking a Manager in Private Tax to deliver personal and private tax advice to cross-border multijurisdictional families. You’ll lead delivery of tailored tax strategies, support wealth transfer planning, and navigate cross-border issues while coaching teams and maintaining a strong client focus.

You’ll work on challenging tax planning projects, manage complex initiatives, and collaborate with global teams. This role involves travel and requires a deep understanding of U.S.