Senior Tax Manager

Job Title: Tax Senior Manager

Location: Grand Rapids | Employment Type: Full-Time Hybrid

We are a well-established, client-focused CPA firm serving closely held businesses and high-net-worth individuals. Our firm values technical excellence, long-term client relationships and a collaborative, flexible work environment. We are seeking an experienced Tax Senior Manager to lead tax engagements, mentor staff and serve as a trusted advisor to our clients.

Position Summary

The Tax Senior Manager will oversee complex tax engagements, manage client relationships, and provide leadership. This role is ideal for a seasoned tax professional who enjoys hands-on work, values work-life balance and wants to play a meaningful role in a growing firm.

Key Responsibilities

·      Manage and review complex federal and state tax returns for individuals, partnerships, S corporations, C corporations, trusts, and estates

·      Serve as primary point of contact for clients, providing proactive tax planning and advisory services

·      Research and resolve complex tax issues; prepare and review technical memoranda as needed

·      Oversee tax compliance workflow, ensuring deadlines, quality standards, and firm procedures are met

·      Mentor, train, and evaluate staff and senior accountants

·      Assist with firm management initiatives, process improvements, and client development efforts

·      Facilitate financial statement and compilation engagements for selected business clients.

Qualifications

·      CPA license required

·      Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field

·      8 years of public accounting tax experience, with at least 2 years in a manager or senior manager role

·      Strong technical knowledge of individual and business taxation

·      Experience working with closely held businesses and high-net-worth individuals

·      Excellent communication, leadership, and client relationship skills

·      Ability to manage multiple engagements and priorities independently

·      Experience working with QuickBooks is a plus

What We Offer

·      Competitive compensation and performance-based bonus

·      Flexible work arrangements and realistic busy-season expectations

·      Supportive, collaborative firm culture with low turnover

·      Opportunities for long-term growth and leadership

·      Comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, retirement plan, and health benefits