Senior Tax Manager

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

Position Summary

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.

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