Senior Tax Associate
Doeren Mayhew is a tax, assurance and advisory firm headquartered in Troy, Michigan with 25 offices across the country and abroad. Founded in 1932, Doeren Mayhew is recognized as the 36th largest CPA firm in the U.S. and is positioned for successful future growth. If you want to join a rising firm that is consistently named among the 50 best-managed firms in the nation, this is the firm for you.
Doeren Mayhew is seeking a Senior Tax Associate to join our Birmingham, AL office. Our associates have the opportunity to work with a variety of clients in industries such as manufacturing, construction, dealership, real estate, wholesale and distribution, retail and more. Doeren Mayhew offers a diversified experience in public accounting, providing our employees with many opportunities to grow, develop and advance within their careers.
Responsibilities:
- Lead preparation of various tax returns including individuals, C-Corp, S-Corp, partnerships, trust, estate, etc. for clients in a variety of industries
- Demonstrate advanced technical aptitude of taxation and handle complex returns and projects with confidence
- Utilize analytical and decision-making skills to solve complex technical issues
- Review the work of less experienced associates and provide guidance/mentorship to assist them in developing technical skills
- Build strong client relationships and ensure client needs are being met
- Maintain timely and accurate communication with team and clients to manage expectations, deadlines, and deliverables
- Ability to train new employees on firm technology, processes and procedures
- Present new ideas and improvements for ways of performing tasks in order to achieve firm and departmental goals
- Seek opportunities to participate in practice development to build network of referral sources
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
- CPA License preferred but not required
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in domestic tax at public accounting firm
- Ability to manage people with differing personalities to meet the needs of the firm and clients
- Demonstrated leadership qualities and ability to train interns and associates
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently, but also in a team environment
- Ability to adapt quickly to new technology platforms
- Ability to manage multiple projects/clients and deadlines
- CCH Axcess software experience is a plus
Doeren Mayhew is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex; age; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; genetic predisposition or carrier status; veteran, marital, or any other status protected by law.
“Doeren Mayhew" is the brand name under which Doeren Mayhew Assurance, PC and Doeren Mayhew Advisors, LLC and its subsidiary entities provide professional services. Doeren Mayhew Assurance, PC and Doeren Mayhew Advisors, LLC (and its subsidiary entities) practice as an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and applicable law, regulations and professional standards. Doeren Mayhew Assurance, PC is a licensed independent CPA firm that provides attest services to its clients, and Doeren Mayhew Advisors, LLC and its subsidiary entities provide tax and business consulting services to their clients. Doeren Mayhew Advisors, LLC, DM Payroll Solutions, Doeren Mayhew Capital Advisors and their subsidiary entities are not licensed CPA firms.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting
- Minimum of 3 years of domestic tax experience at a public accounting firm
- Ability to manage people with differing personalities
- Demonstrated leadership qualities and ability to train interns and associates
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Ability to adapt quickly to new technology platforms
- Ability to manage multiple projects, clients, and deadlines
- CPA license
- CCH Axcess software experience
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — PTO policies are often described as generous, and flexibility around time off is highlighted across locations. Feedback suggests schedules can be adjusted and remote work is available outside peak seasons, supporting overall time-off usability.
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Retirement Support — 401(k) plans with profit-sharing and long-term financial tools are consistently noted as part of the package. Feedback suggests these features enhance long-term security and compare favorably within public accounting.
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Career-Linked Recognition & Rewards — Credential incentives for accountants—covering study materials, exam fees, and passing bonuses—are explicitly provided. Feedback suggests these rewards help early‑career professionals progress toward CPA licensure.
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What We Do
Doeren Mayhew is an assurance, tax and advisory firm that guides privately held businesses and their management teams toward success. The organization combines a traditional CPA practice with a broader advisory structure: Doeren Mayhew Assurance provides attest services, while Doeren Mayhew Advisors and subsidiaries provide tax and business consulting. Its approach emphasizes holistic guidance, strategic partnership and navigating complex business challenges.
