Tax Senior

CyberCoders; Farmington Hills (MI); On-site; USD 51,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

CyberCoders is seeking a Tax Senior in Detroit hybrid to join our growing public accounting firm. You will prepare and review complex federal, state, and local tax returns, ensuring accuracy and compliance.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years of tax experience in public accounting, an active CPA license or CPA candidate, and proficiency with modern tax software. This role offers mentoring, client interaction, and clear path toward management.

Qualifications

• Active CPA license or CPA candidate.
• 3+ years of tax experience in public accounting, with both prep and review.
• Solid knowledge of federal, state, and local tax regulations for various entities.
• Proficiency with modern tax software and corporate accounting tech.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review complex federal, state, and local tax returns for individuals, corporations, and partnerships.
• Identify, research, and resolve tax issues with planning recommendations.
• Mentor and review the work of tax associates to ensure quality and growth.
• Communicate with clients to gather data, address inquiries, and provide updates.
• Assist leadership with deadlines, workflow, and busy season tracking.

Skills

CPA licensure / CPA candidate

Public accounting tax experience

Tax software proficiency

Time management

Tools

Tax software platforms

Job description

Job Title

Job Title: Tax Senior

Location

Location: Detroit, Michigan (Hybrid)

Salary

Salary: Up to $85,000 / year

Experience

Experience: 3+ years of tax experience with both prep and review required

Credentials

Credentials: CPA or CPA candidate required

About Us

We are a growing, mid-sized public accounting firm in Detroit that values innovation, career progression, and true work-life balance. Our firm manages a diverse portfolio of clients, delivering premier tax compliance, planning, and advisory services. We are seeking a skilled Tax Senior to join our team in a hybrid capacity, combining remote flexibility with in-office collaboration at our Detroit location.

Position Summary

As a Tax Senior, you will be a key contributor to our tax department, handling both the preparation and review of various tax returns. You will ensure accuracy and compliance while helping to mentor junior staff and maintain strong client relationships. This role offers excellent visibility within the firm and a clear path toward management.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review complex federal, state, and local tax returns for individuals, corporations, and partnerships.
• Identify, research, and resolve tax technical issues, providing effective planning recommendations.
• Mentor, train, and review the work of tax associates to ensure quality, accuracy, and professional growth.
• Communicate directly with clients to gather financial data, address inquiries, and deliver updates.
• Assist team leadership with managing engagement deadlines, workflow distribution, and busy season tracking.

Qualifications

• Active CPA license or current CPA candidate actively pursuing the designation.
• 3+ years of tax experience in public accounting, with demonstrated experience in both preparation and review.
• Solid command of federal, state, and local tax regulations for business entities and individual filers.
• Proficiency with modern tax software and corporate accounting tech platforms.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills to handle multiple client files and shifting deadlines.