Senior Tax Manager - Trust, Estate & High Net Worth
Senior Tax Manager - Trust, Estate & High Net Worth
Join an established, growth-oriented CPA firm in Southeast Michigan where a $155,000-$195,000 base salary, a sophisticated book of business, and a defined path toward partnership await an experienced tax leader.
What you'll do
Review and sign off on corporate tax returns (Forms 1120, 1120-S) and complex high-net-worth individual returns (Form 1040).
Oversee fiduciary income tax compliance (Form 1041) for trusts and estates, including grantor trust analysis, DNI calculations, and IRD handling.
Lead estate and gift tax planning engagements alongside estate planning attorneys, utilizing irrevocable trusts, FLPs, and charitable entities.
Deliver integrated, multi-generational tax advisory to business owners, executives, and fiduciaries across corporate, personal, and trust matters.
Supervise, mentor, and evaluate tax staff and seniors, driving team-wide technical growth.
Research multi-layered tax issues and author technical memos to guide both staff and client decision-making.
Drive practice expansion through proactive business development and community engagement.
What you need
8+ years of progressive public accounting experience across corporate, high-net-worth, and fiduciary taxation.
Active CPA license.
Hands-on expertise reviewing Forms 1120, 1120-S, 1040 (HNW), and 1041.
Proficiency with tax preparation and research tools like CCH Axcess, GoSystem, or Bloomberg Tax.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with a track record of managing a concurrent client portfolio.
Nice to have
Master's degree in Taxation (MST) or LL.M. in Taxation.
Experience with charitable trust structures or closely held business succession planning.
Prior success expanding existing client relationships and participating in new business pitches.
Pay & benefits
Base salary: $155,000-$195,000 depending on experience, plus performance incentives.
Health & wellness: Generous medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
Financial & retirement: Robust retirement savings plan with firm contributions.
PTO: Highly competitive paid time off program to support work-life balance.
Professional development: 100% reimbursement for CPE courses, advanced certifications, and professional association fees.
Location & schedule
Offices: Troy, MI; Bingham Farms, MI; or Ann Arbor, MI.
Employment type: Full-time.
About & how to apply
We are a premier Southeast Michigan CPA firm known for deep technical capability, an inclusive and collaborative environment, and a dedicated strategy for advancing senior professionals into firm leadership.
Apply directly through this posting with your resume. Qualified candidates will be contacted promptly for an initial confidential discussion.
- For this position, you must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa. This job was first posted by CyberCoders on 07/13/2026 and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or closed.Everforth CyberCoders is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer
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Salary
$155000 - $195000 USD per year
