Tax Manager, CPA

Job Description

Job Description

Tax Manager Tax Advisory | Leadership Opportunity | Client Relationship Management

Compensation: $125,000 - $165,000 Base + Performance Bonus Opportunities

Location: Livonia, Michigan
Schedule: Flexible Hybrid

Our client, a respected and growing CPA and advisory firm, is seeking an experienced Tax Manager to join its leadership team.

This is more than a traditional tax management role.

It's an opportunity to become a trusted advisor to business owners, entrepreneurs, families, and high-net-worth individuals while helping lead client engagements, mentor professionals, and contribute to the continued growth of the firm.

The firm is known for building long-term relationships and providing personalized guidance that goes well beyond tax compliance. Leadership values collaboration, communication, professional development, and creating an environment where people can continue to grow professionally.

• $125,000 - $165,000 base salary
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Flexible hybrid work environment
• Significant client-facing responsibilities
• Strong tax planning and advisory focus
• Opportunity to mentor and develop staff
• Leadership and management responsibilities
• Collaborative firm culture
• Long-term advancement opportunities
• Established and respected practice

• Develop proactive tax planning strategies for clients
• Research and resolve complex tax matters
• Identify opportunities to improve tax efficiency
• Assist clients in achieving long-term financial objectives
• Monitor tax law and regulatory changes

• Serve as a trusted advisor to business owners and individuals
• Build and maintain long-term client relationships
• Lead tax planning discussions and strategy meetings
• Deliver exceptional client service and responsiveness
• Identify opportunities for expanded advisory services

• Review complex individual and business tax returns
• Oversee engagement quality and compliance
• Manage tax projects and deadlines
• Provide technical review and guidance
• Assist with complex tax research and special projects

• Supervise and mentor accounting professionals
• Review work product and provide coaching
• Support staff development initiatives
• Assist with workflow management and engagement planning
• Foster a collaborative team environment

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field
• 5+ years of public accounting tax experience
• Experience managing client engagements
• Strong tax planning and advisory experience
• Experience reviewing complex tax returns
• Excellent communication and leadership skills

• CPA license
• Experience working with closely held businesses
• Multi-entity tax experience
• Prior supervisory experience
• Business development mindset

The ideal candidate:

• Enjoys serving as a trusted advisor
• Values strong client relationships
• Wants meaningful leadership responsibility
• Enjoys mentoring and developing professionals
• Thrives in a collaborative environment
• Wants long-term growth within a respected public accounting firm

If you're a Senior Tax Accountant, CPA, Tax Manager, or experienced public accounting professional seeking stronger client relationships, meaningful advisory work, and long-term career growth, we'd love to speak with you confidentially.