Tax Manager, CPA
Privately Held Business Advisory | Client Leadership | Work-Life Balance
Compensation: $120,000–$155,000 Base + Bonus
Location: Grand Rapids, Michigan
Schedule: Flexible Hybrid
Our client, a well-respected and growing public accounting and advisory firm, is seeking an experienced Tax Manager to join its team in Grand Rapids.
This is an exceptional opportunity for a tax professional who enjoys building client relationships, providing proactive tax planning, and serving as a trusted advisor to privately held businesses and business owners.
Unlike larger firms where professionals can become highly specialized and siloed, this role offers direct exposure to clients, leadership, and a wide range of consulting and advisory opportunities.
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
- $120,000–$155,000 base salary
- Performance bonus opportunity
- Hybrid flexibility
- Family-friendly culture
- Exposure to closely held and family-owned businesses
- Direct access to firm leadership
- Meaningful client relationships
- Strong work-life balance
- Clear leadership growth opportunities
Qualifications
- Active CPA required
- 5–10+ years public accounting experience
- Experience reviewing business and individual tax returns
- Strong tax planning and consulting experience
- Client management experience
- Leadership and mentoring capabilities
About the Clients You'll Serve
You'll work closely with:
- Family-owned businesses
- Entrepreneurs
- Manufacturing companies
- Service businesses
- Real estate investors
- Closely held corporations
- Trust and estate clients
Many of the firm's client relationships span decades, creating an opportunity to truly become part of their success story.
Local Grand Rapids Firm Since 1989
- 35+ Years Serving West Michigan
- Family-Owned & Privately Held Business Focus
- Direct Partner Access
- Alternative to Big Firm Bureaucracy
- Flexible Scheduling
- Family-Friendly Culture
- Business Consulting Beyond Compliance
- Tax, Audit, Valuation & Advisory Services
- Long-Term Client Relationships
- Small Firm Feel, High-Level Client Work
- Commitment to Faith, Family & Community