State and Local Senior Tax Associate

Doeren hew; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Doeren Mayhew is seeking a Senior Tax Associate for its State and Local Tax (SALT) team. The role supports a Grand Rapids-based SALT practice with flexible office locations in Troy and other cities. Responsibilities include preparing SALT returns, audits, and tax planning while mentoring staff and collaborating across departments.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in SALT, strong communication and research skills, and a CPA or CPA track is preferred but not required. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's and/or master's degree in accounting, taxation, or a related field.
• CPA or CPA track preferred, but not required.
• 2 years of experience in state and local tax, preferably in a public accounting or consulting firm.
• Knowledge of state and local tax laws and regulations.
• Excellent, analytical, problem‑solving, and research skills, and written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare or review state and local sales tax returns, personal property tax returns, C‑corporation, S‑corporation, and Partnership income returns.
• Conduct research and provide technical advice on state and local tax issues.
• Assist clients with state and local tax audits, including audit defense and negotiation.
• Develop and implement tax planning strategies to minimize state and local tax liabilities.
• Stay current on state and local tax laws and regulations and communicate changes to clients and team members.
• Research technical matters related to state and local tax.
• Mentor and train staff members, providing guidance and support in their professional development.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure comprehensive client service.

Skills

Analytical skills

Research skills

Written and verbal communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor's or master's in accounting/taxation

CPA or CPA track preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

CCH Axcess

GoSystem Tax

Avalara

TaxJar

TaxScribe

Job description

Senior Tax Associate – State and Local Tax (SALT) Team

This role offers the opportunity to work with a diverse client base and contribute to the growth and success of our Grand Rapids, Michigan-based SALT practice. The position is available in Troy, Grand Rapids, Houston, Duluth, Rochester, Birmingham, Orlando, or Clarksville offices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare or review state and local sales tax returns, personal property tax returns, C‑corporation, S‑corporation, and Partnership income returns
• Conduct research and provide technical advice on state and local tax issues
• Assist clients with state and local tax audits, including audit defense and negotiation
• Develop and implement tax planning strategies to minimize state and local tax liabilities
• Stay current on state and local tax laws and regulations and communicate changes to clients and team members
• Research technical matters related to state and local tax
• Mentor and train staff members, providing guidance and support in their professional development
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure comprehensive client service

Qualifications

• Bachelor's and/or master’s degree in accounting, taxation, or a related field
• CPA or CPA track preferred, but not required
• 2 years of experience in state and local tax, preferably in a public accounting or consulting firm
• Knowledge of state and local tax laws and regulations
• Excellent, analytical, problem‑solving, and research skills, and written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and CCH Axcess/GoSystem Tax, Avalara/Vertext/TaxJar, or TaxScribe, as relevant
• Located within commuting distance of one of the Michigan, Texas, Georgia, Alabama, Florida or Tennessee offices.

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.

"Doeren Mayhew" is the brand name under which Doeren Mayhew Assurance and Doeren Mayhew Advisors, LLC and its subsidiary entities provide professional services. Doeren Mayhew Assurance and Doeren Mayhew Advisors, LLC (and its subsidiary entities) practice as an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and applicable law, regulations and professional standards. Doeren Mayhew Assurance is a licensed independent CPA firm that provides attest services to its clients, and Doeren Mayhew Advisors, LLC and its subsidiary entities provide tax and business consulting services to their clients. Doeren Mayhew Advisors, LLC and its subsidiary entities are not licensed CPA firms.