Senior Manager - Estate, Gift and Trust

640 UHY Advisors Great Lakes, Inc.; Farmington Hills (MI); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group health insurance

Dental and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Generous paid time off

Job summary

640 UHY Advisors Great Lakes, Inc in Farmington Hills is seeking a Senior Manager in the Estate, Gift, and Trust group to enhance client engagements and provide expert tax compliance and planning services. This role demands strong leadership and a deep understanding of estate and trust taxation.

The ideal candidate will manage complex client relationships and tax strategies while mentoring a professional team. Competitive compensation and benefits package offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 accounting classes, 1 tax class, and 1 business law class.
• 8+ years of relevant experience in estate, gift, and trust returns.
• Experience in a professional service environment, such as CPA or financial consulting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee preparation and review of advanced estate, gift, and trust tax returns.
• Lead development of sophisticated tax planning strategies.
• Manage, mentor, and motivate a team of professionals.

Skills

Leadership

Tax compliance

Client relationship management

Wealth management

Team management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field

Professional certification (CPA, Enrolled Agent, etc.)

Tools

Axcess Tax

Thomson Reuters Fixed Assets CS

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

As a Senior Manager in the Estate, Gift, and Trust group, you will lead and manage the firm’s most complex and high‑value client engagements. You will oversee the delivery of strategic tax compliance and planning services for high-net‑worth individuals, families, and their advisors. This role requires an advanced understanding of estate, gift, and trust taxation, combined with strong leadership and management skills to guide a team, build client relationships, and contribute to the strategic direction of the firm.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Leadership in Tax Compliance and Oversight

• Oversee the preparation and review of advanced estate, gift, and trust tax returns (Forms 706, 709, and 1041) with a focus on accuracy and strategic tax optimization.
• Ensure that all engagements comply with federal, state, and local tax regulations, while proactively addressing complex tax issues.
• Provide expert guidance on tax positions and ensure that all tax filings are completed accurately and timely.

Strategic Tax Planning and Advisory Services

• Lead the development and execution of sophisticated tax planning strategies, helping clients maximize wealth transfer while minimizing tax burdens.
• Build and maintain trusted relationships with clients, attorneys, financial advisors, and other stakeholders to provide holistic wealth management solutions.
• Proactively identify opportunities to add value to clients by leveraging advanced tax strategies and tools.

Client Relationship Management and Business Development

• Serve as the primary point of contact for high‑value clients, managing their complex needs and delivering exceptional service.
• Cultivate and maintain long‑term relationships with clients, fostering loyalty and identifying opportunities for additional services.
• Play a key role in business development, assisting in identifying new opportunities and expanding the firm’s client base.

Team Leadership and Development

• Manage, mentor, and motivate a team of professionals, fostering a culture of collaboration, continuous learning, and excellence.
• Review and provide constructive feedback on team members’ work to ensure accuracy and adherence to firm standards.
• Develop and implement training programs to elevate team capabilities, preparing staff for future leadership roles.

Technical Leadership and Thought Leadership

• Serve as a technical resource within the firm, staying ahead of changes in estate, gift, and trust tax laws, regulations, and industry trends.
• Conduct and oversee research on complex tax issues, providing strategic insights and delivering practical solutions to clients.
• Develop thought leadership materials and client alerts to position the firm as a trusted advisor in the estate and trust tax space.

Process Optimization and Innovation

• Lead initiatives to streamline workflows, improve efficiency, and implement best practices across the team.
• Identify and drive technological innovations to enhance service delivery and optimize the client experience.
• Oversee the integration of new technologies and tools to continuously improve tax compliance and planning processes.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Supervise subordinate team members.

Work Environment

Work is conducted in a professional office environment with minimal distractions.

Physical Demands

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and performing work in front of a computer screen for long periods of time; must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a time.

Travel Required

Travel may be frequent and unpredictable, depending on client needs.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 accounting classes, 1 tax class, and one business law class.
• 8+ years of relevant experience preparing and reviewing estate, gift and trust returns.
• Possession of professional certification(s) such as CPA, Enrolled Agent, LLM, CFP, MST, or Juris Doctor (JD).
• Experience in a professional service environment, such as a CPA firm, financial consulting firm, or similar setting.
• Specific positions may require additional industry or specialization certifications.
• Responsible for completing the minimum CPE credit requirement.
• Software proficiency: Axcess Tax, Axcess Document, Axcess Workstream, Thomson Reuters Fixed Assets CS, Checkpoint for Tax Research.

Benefits

• Positive work environment with collaborative support.
• Competitive compensation tailored to role, qualifications, and expertise.
• Comprehensive benefits package: group health insurance, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) retirement plan, and generous paid time off.