We are currently seeking an experienced Tax Senior or Tax Manager to join our Detroit office and support our closely held business and individual tax clients. This role is ideal for a professional who enjoys working directly with business owners, delivering proactive tax guidance, and helping clients maintain accurate financial records throughout the year and at year-end.
Position Details:- Manage tax and accounting engagements for small businesses, closely held entities, and individual clients.
- Prepare and review business tax returns, including S corporations, partnerships, and corporations.
- Prepare and review individual income tax returns, with an emphasis on planning, compliance, and proactive client service.
- Perform year-end cleanup of client books to support accurate financial reporting and tax return preparation.
- Work with clients on bookkeeping matters and provide support related to client accounting services.
- Use QuickBooks and other accounting tools to review, adjust, and maintain client financial information.
- Identify tax planning opportunities for business owners and individuals, including entity structure, compensation, and other tax-saving strategies.
- Respond to client questions and serve as a trusted advisor on accounting and tax matters.
- Assist with IRS and state notices, audits, and other compliance matters.
- Review staff work, provide feedback, and help develop less experienced team members, as applicable to level.
Position Requirements:- CPA license required, or actively pursuing certification for Tax Senior candidates.
- 4+ years of public accounting experience for Tax Senior candidates.
- 6+ years of public accounting experience for Manager candidates.
- Strong background in small business accounting and tax compliance.
- Experience with individual income tax planning and compliance.
- Familiarity with QuickBooks and experience working with client bookkeeping files.
- Background in client accounting services and year-end cleanup of client books.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple client engagements and deadlines.
- Excellent communication skills and a client service mindset.
Blue & Co. offers a very competitive compensation and benefits package, bonus program, business casual work environment, a highly desirable work-life balance and fantastic team environment with other highly motivated professionals!
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