Tax Senior Manager

Tax Senior Manager

Location: Grand Rapids, MI

Overview

A national accounting and advisory firm is seeking a Tax Senior Manager for its core tax services group in Grand Rapids. You will act as primary client contact for complex tax issues, make top-level decisions on filings and agency inquiries, and serve as a key member of the office leadership team, participating in marketing, networking and business development.

Responsibilities

• Act as primary client contact for complex tax issues, advising on the tax implications of business objectives
• Conduct top-level review of tax returns and resolve tax issues with clients, involving specialists where appropriate
• Ensure clients comply with applicable authorities while minimizing tax and reporting burdens
• Identify and frame research issues and report the analysis clearly and concisely
• Review income tax provisions and explain ASC 740 matters, including uncertain tax positions, to clients
• Develop and implement tax planning strategies that maximize client benefits while managing risk
• Manage inquiries from federal and state agencies and assist with protests at the appeals level
• Train and mentor managers, seniors and associates and participate in marketing, networking and business development

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required (Accounting, Finance, Economics or Statistics preferred); Master's in Accountancy or Taxation preferred
• 8+ years of relevant tax experience in public accounting, private industry or professional services
• Prior supervisory experience required
• CPA, attorney or IRS Enrolled Agent (or equivalent) required
• Experience with tax research databases and compliance software preferred
• Superior written and verbal communication, analytical and decision-making skills
• Executive presence and ability to develop and maintain client relationships

If you are interested in connecting further about this opportunity or other public accounting opportunities, please apply here or email me directly at austin.eppard@gogpac.com or call/text (605) 872-5131.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

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