Senior Tax Associate

Doeren Mayhew; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Doeren Mayhew seeks a Senior Tax Associate for its Birmingham, AL office. The role includes leading tax return preparation for various clients and demonstrating advanced taxation skills.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, preferably a CPA, and at least 3 years of experience in domestic tax at a public accounting firm. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential, along with the ability to manage multiple projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in domestic tax at public accounting firm.
• CPA License preferred but not required.
• Ability to manage people with differing personalities.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation of various tax returns including individuals, C-Corp, S-Corp.
• Demonstrate advanced technical aptitude of taxation.
• Review work of less experienced associates.

Skills

Tax return preparation

Analytical skills

Client relationship management

Leadership

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

Tools

CCH Axcess

Job description

Doeren Mayhew is a tax, assurance and advisory firm headquartered in Troy, Michigan with 25 offices across the country and abroad. Founded in 1932, Doeren Mayhew is recognized as the 37th largest CPA firm in the U.S. and is positioned for successful future growth.

Doeren Mayhew is seeking a Senior Tax Associate to join our Birmingham, AL office. Our associates have the opportunity to work with a variety of clients in industries such as manufacturing, construction, dealership, real estate, wholesale and distribution, retail and more. Doeren Mayhew offers a diversified experience in public accounting, providing our employees with many opportunities to grow, develop and advance within their careers.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation of various tax returns including individuals, C-Corp, S-Corp, partnerships, trust, estate, etc. for clients in a variety of industries
• Demonstrate advanced technical aptitude of taxation and handle complex returns and projects with confidence
• Utilize analytical and decision‑making skills to solve complex technical issues
• Review the work of less experienced associates and provide guidance/mentorship to assist them in developing technical skills
• Build strong client relationships and ensure client needs are being met
• Maintain timely and accurate communication with team and clients to manage expectations, deadlines, and deliverables
• Ability to train new employees on firm technology, processes and procedures
• Present new ideas and improvements for ways of performing tasks in order to achieve firm and departmental goals
• Seek opportunities to participate in practice development to build network of referral sources

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
• CPA License preferred but not required
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in domestic tax at public accounting firm
• Ability to manage people with differing personalities to meet the needs of the firm and clients
• Demonstrated leadership qualities and ability to train interns and associates
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently, but also in a team environment
• Ability to adapt quickly to new technology platforms
• Ability to manage multiple projects/clients and deadlines
• CCH Axcess software experience is a plus

Doeren Mayhew is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, veteran, marital, or any other status protected by law.