Make your mark. Go beyond the numbers, do something different by developing rapport with clients and making a difference. Whether you intend to specialize or would rather gain exposure across many service lines, you won’t be limited at Plante Moran. We’ll encourage you to explore diverse opportunities to find your focus and thrive in your chosen career.

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.

Our rapid growth and increasing demands for our services has created a need for a highly motivated individual to join our Tax Team and work with our medium to large US and Japanese based clients, specializing in the manufacturing and distribution industries.   

 

Your role.
Your work will include, but not be limited to: 

High level of demonstrated technical proficiency to review and develop lesser experienced staff in the areas of client engagement management and applied technical knowledge in individual, trust, partnership, corporate, federal, state, and local tax returns, estimated payments and extensions, and federal and state tax auditsDetermine appropriate tax objectives, scope and methodology and actively participate in decision making with client’s management to understand the broader impact of current decisions and possible solutions
Effectively leverage available technology and other resources to maximize technical application to project, and holds the engagement team to the same standard
Serve as the primary engagement manager with economic responsibilities for billing, realization, and collections
Develop and execute a practice development plan which includes networking, new client development and client expansion activitiesStay abreast on the latest developments tax trends and legislation, along with any Firm standards and policies

The qualifications:   

5+ years of recent, related tax experience in public accounting; specializing with clients in the manufacturing and distribution industriesBachelor’s Degree in Accounting requiredCPA or Bar License requiredPrior experience working with multi-state, internationally active middle-market clients is helpfulDemonstrated experience in engagement management, e.g. project planning, managing and developing staff, technical tax execution, review and billingJapanese language skills required - verbal and writtenQualified individuals must either reside in or near the Detroit, MI area or be willing to relocate to the area for this opportunity. This position may require some local and occasional national travel.Position may be filled as a Manager or Senior Manager based on applicable experience
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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