Public Tax Senior Manager, CPA

Confidential Employer; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential Employer in Detroit, MI seeks a Public Tax Senior Manager to oversee tax compliance, planning, and consulting for diverse clients. You will lead engagements, review complex returns, and advise on strategic tax matters.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years of tax experience in public accounting, consulting, or industry, and holds a CPA or EA certification. This is a full-time leadership role with a client-focused, collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of relevant tax experience in public accounting, consulting, or industry.
• CPA, EA, or other recognized certification required.
• Strong strategic thinking and client-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Lead client engagements with excellence in project management and relationship building.
• Advise clients on tax planning, advisory, accounting, and compliance matters.
• Mentor and develop tax consultants and subject matter experts.
• Cultivate existing client relationships and identify new business opportunities.

Skills

Tax leadership

Project management

Client relationship management

Mentoring

Education

CPA/EA certification

Job description

Public Tax Senior Manager, CPA

Who: An experienced tax professional with at least 7 years in public accounting, consulting, or industry tax leadership, holding a CPA, EA, or similar certification.

What: Oversee tax compliance, planning, and consulting for diverse clients while leading teams, reviewing complex returns, and advising on strategic tax matters.

When: Full-time leadership role available immediately.

Where: Detroit, MI

Why: To serve as a trusted advisor to clients, delivering high-quality tax solutions and contributing to business growth.

Office Environment: Professional, collaborative, and client-focused team setting.

Salary: Competitive and commensurate with experience.

Position Overview: The Tax Senior Manager will manage client relationships, mentor tax teams, and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax laws. This role involves advising on complex tax issues, leading diverse projects, and contributing to the firm’s growth in key industries including healthcare, financial institutions, real estate, professional services, and manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead client engagements with excellence in project management and relationship building.

• Advise clients on tax planning, advisory, accounting, and compliance matters.

• Mentor and develop tax consultants and subject matter experts.

• Cultivate existing client relationships and identify new business opportunities.

Qualifications:

• 7+ years of relevant tax experience in public accounting, consulting, or industry.

• CPA, EA, or other recognized certification required.

• Strong strategic thinking, analytical skills, and client-focused approach.

• Industry experience in healthcare, finance, real estate, professional services, or manufacturing is a plus.