Tax Associate – State and Local Tax

Job Description

State and Local Tax Associate | Doeren Mayhew

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at Doeren Mayhew, located in Troy, MI; Grand Rapids, MI; or Houston, TX. Doeren Mayhew is the 36th largest U.S. tax, assurance, and advisory firm, established in 1932 with over 25 offices across the country and abroad. This position is vital for assisting a diverse client base with their state and local tax needs and contributing to the growth and success of the firm’s SALT practice.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person Troy, MI; Grand Rapids, MI; or Houston, TX

• Team: State and Local Tax (SALT) team
• Mission: Prepare various state and local tax returns, provide technical advice, and assist clients with tax compliance and audits.
• Tech Stack: CCH Axcess/GoSystem Tax, Avalara/Vertext/TaxJar, TaxScribe, Microsoft Office Suite

What You’ll Actually Do
• Prepare: You will prepare state and local sales tax returns, personal property tax returns, C-corporation, S-corporation, and Partnership income returns.
• Research: You will conduct research and provide technical advice on state and local tax issues.
• Audit Support: You will assist clients with state and local tax audits, including audit defense and negotiation.
• Compliance: You will stay current on state and local tax laws and regulations and communicate changes to clients and team members.
• Collaboration: You will collaborate with other departments to ensure comprehensive client service.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s and/or master’s degree in accounting, taxation, or a related field; knowledge of state and local tax laws and regulations.
• Experience: 1 year of experience in state and local tax, preferably in a public accounting or consulting firm, with familiarity in Microsoft Office Suite and relevant tax software such as CCH Axcess/GoSystem Tax, Avalara/Vertext/TaxJar, or TaxScribe.
• Skills: Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and research skills; strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Bonus: CPA or CPA track preferred.