Senior Tax Associate

Doeren Mayhew; Grand Haven (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading advisory firm in Grand Haven, MI, is seeking a Senior Tax Associate to prepare various tax returns and lead a team of associates. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting and at least 3 years of experience in public accounting. This role requires strong leadership and analytical skills to manage complex tax issues and client relationships. Opportunities for professional development and advancement are available within the firm.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in domestic tax at public accounting firm.
• Willingness to pursue Master’s Degree in Taxation or Accounting.
• Demonstrated leadership qualities and ability to train others.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation of various tax returns for diverse clients.
• Review the work of less experienced associates.
• Build strong client relationships to meet needs.

Skills

Leadership

Written communication

Verbal communication

Analytical skills

Technical aptitude in taxation

Client relationship management

Project management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

Tools

CCH Axcess

Job description

Doeren Mayhew is a $235 million tax, assurance and advisory firm headquartered in Troy, Michigan with 18 offices across the country and abroad. Founded in 1932, Doeren Mayhew is recognized as the 46th largest CPA firm in the U.S. and is positioned for successful future growth.

If you want to join a rising firm that is consistently named among the 50 best-managed firms in the nation, this is the firm for you.

Doeren Mayhew is seeking a Senior Tax Associate to join our Grand Haven, MI 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 can 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
• Willingness to pursue Master’s Degree in Taxation or Master’s Degree in Accounting
• 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 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.