Grand Rapids, Michigan, USA
26 days ago
Estate Planning Manager
Make your mark. Having roots in one of the nation’s largest and most well-respected audit, tax, and advisory firms, Plante Moran Wealth Management proudly serves as a trusted advisor to individuals, families, nonprofits, and retirement plan sponsors, providing comprehensive financial solutions in the areas of investment advisory, trust, tax, and insurance. We have over 300 professionals dedicated to delivering holistic, independent, and objective financial guidance with the highest level of quality, integrity, and excellence.

Plante Moran enjoys a “Workplace for Your Day” model which, simply put, means we strive for flexibility and balance while staying true to our principally in-person model. We believe that face-to-face interactions are paramount for individual and collective development, but also encourage individuals to work with their supervisor and team to determine their optimal working environment each day.
Your role.  

Your work will include, but not be limited to:

Review client estate planning documents Prepare and manage client gift tax returns Coordinate estate planning illustrations and deliverables documenting a client’s estate plan and calculation of estate tax Create and present internally and externally on estate tax related topicsAssist with other various client projects, including advanced estate planning for clients with the use of GRATs, IDITs, LLCs, etc.
Work with Family Legacy team to proactively manage the tax planning process with the client to optimize the wealth management goals of the client/family
Research and consult on various estate and gift tax matters, utilize tax-related software to prepare estate tax projections for advance estate tax strategies, and research tax matters
The qualifications.
Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related business field5+ years of recent estate planning experience in public accounting or equivalent experienceCPA or JD preferredModerate understanding of fiduciary and estate tax planning and complianceExperience with high net worth individuals, S-corporations, C-corporations, partnerships, LLCs, trusts, and private foundations is required with the emphasis on high net worth individuals
Our difference.


On the surface, we’re one of the nation’s largest audit, tax, consulting, and wealth management firms. But dig a little deeper, and you’ll see what makes us different: we’re a relatively jerk-free firm (hey, nobody ‘s perfect) with a world-class culture, consistent recognition as one of Fortune Magazine’s “100 Best Companies to Work For,” and an endless array of opportunities.  At Plante Moran, diversity, equity and inclusion means that all staff members have equitable and fair opportunities to succeed, in an inclusive environment, with their individual, unique identities. So, what are you waiting for? Apply now.


This is an exempt position, so you may have to work hours that exceed the standard 40-hour work week.


Plante Moran is committed to a diverse workplace. We strive to create a culture where each person feels accepted and valued. We believe that each person’s ultimate potential begins with first acknowledging their inherent dignity. When we can recognize - and celebrate - our many human differences, we’re able to create a workplace where all staff feel a sense of belonging and an opportunity to succeed. This allows us to attract and retain the best talent, serve clients through diverse thinking, and better represent and support the various communities in which we live and work. Plante Moran is an Equal Opportunity Employer.


Plante Moran maintains a drug-free workplace.


Interested applicants must submit their resume for consideration using our applicant tracking system. Due to the high volume of applications received, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship, with the exception of candidates that are bilingual in Japanese and English. Unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies, or similar, will not be paid a fee and become the property of Plante Moran.


The specific statements above are not intended to be all-inclusive.


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