Tax Associate

Doeren Mayhew; Grand Haven (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tax and advisory firm in Grand Haven, MI is seeking a Tax Associate to assist with a variety of tax returns and develop analytical skills. This role offers the chance to work with clients across multiple industries and gain diversified experience in public accounting. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's in Accounting, strong communication skills, and will be CPA-eligible or pursuing further education. Join a firm known for its professional growth opportunities, team environment, and commitment to excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting required.
• CPA License preferred or CPA-eligible.
• Prior experience in domestic tax at a public accounting firm preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation of various tax returns.
• Demonstrate intermediate technical aptitude of taxation.
• Utilize analytical and decision-making skills.
• Maintain timely and accurate communication with team and clients.

Skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Analytical and decision-making skills

Leadership qualities

Ability to work independently

Ability to manage multiple projects/clients

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

CPA License preferred

Master’s Degree in Taxation or Accounting (willingness to pursue)

Tools

CCH Axcess software experience

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 United States 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 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

• Assist with preparation of various tax returns including individuals, C-Corp, S-Corp, partnerships, trust, estate, etc. for clients in a variety of industries
• Demonstrate intermediate technical aptitude of taxation and can handle complex returns and projects with confidence
• Utilize analytical and decision‑making skills to solve complex technical issues
• Maintain timely and accurate communication with team and clients to manage expectations, deadlines, and deliverables
• Assist with training new employees and interns 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, CPA‑eligible, or has a progressive plan toward passing the CPA exam in place
• Willingness to pursue Master’s Degree in Taxation or Master’s Degree in Accounting
• Prior experience in domestic tax at public accounting firm preferred
• Demonstrated leadership qualities
• Excellent oral and written 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.

"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.