Tax Manager

Tax Manager – Public Accounting

Location: Troy, MI

Employment Type: Full-Time

Work Arrangement: Flexible / Hybrid (subject to confirmation)

Compensation: Competitive Base Salary + Comprehensive Benefits

About the Opportunity

GHJ Search & Staffing is partnering with an established, growing public accounting firm in the Cleveland market to identify an experienced Tax Manager .

This opportunity is ideal for a CPA who enjoys combining technical tax expertise with client advisory, team leadership, and meaningful career development.

Our client offers a collaborative, people-focused environment where professionals are encouraged to take ownership of client relationships, contribute to practice growth, and develop their careers with the support of experienced leadership.

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Responsibilities

Manage and review complex federal and state tax returns for corporations, S corporations, partnerships, and high-net-worth individuals.; Provide proactive tax planning, consulting, and strategic advisory services to a diverse client base.; Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, building long-term relationships and identifying tax-saving opportunities.; Research complex tax matters and develop practical, actionable recommendations.; Lead, mentor, and develop tax associates and senior associates.; Oversee multiple client engagements, ensuring accuracy, quality, and timely delivery.; Collaborate with firm leadership on client development, process improvements, and practice growth.

Requirements

6+ years of relevant tax experience , preferably within public accounting.; Active CPA license required.; Strong experience preparing and reviewing complex business and individual tax returns.; Knowledge of federal and state tax compliance, research, and planning.; Demonstrated ability to manage client relationships and multiple engagements.; Experience supervising, reviewing, or mentoring junior tax professionals.; Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.; A client-service mindset and interest in long-term professional growth.

Nice to have

Master's in Taxation (MST) or related advanced degree.; Experience advising closely held businesses, partnerships, and business owners.; Previous experience in a Tax Manager or Tax Supervisor capacity.; Interest in business development and expanding client advisory relationships.