Tax Senior Manager Jobs in Michigan

Tax Senior Manager jobs in Michigan are in steady demand, with the strongest concentration in public accounting, corporate tax, and financial services sectors serving a robust manufacturing and automotive base. Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Ann Arbor account for the bulk of openings, where employers like Deloitte, PricewaterhouseCoopers, and General Motors maintain significant Michigan presences. The most sought-after specialties are state and local tax, international tax, and tax provision work tied to Michigan's industrial and multinational corporate sector. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles62
Top employerHantz
Top cityGrand Rapids, MI
Cities hiring31
Work type70% Hybrid
Top industryAccounting

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Senior Federal Tax Analyst
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Senior Federal Tax Analyst
Masco
Livonia, Michigan
Accounting
Compliance & Legal
Tax
$76k - $120k/yr
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Tax Senior Accountant, Indirect Taxes
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Tax Senior Accountant, Indirect Taxes
BDO
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Accounting
Bookkeeping & AP/AR
Compliance & Legal
$75k - $90k/yr
Master's degree in accounting
10,000+

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Tax Senior Associate, Business Incentives Group
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Tax Senior Associate, Business Incentives Group
BDO
Detroit, Michigan
Accounting
Audit
Bookkeeping & AP/AR
$74k - $131k/yr
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Senior Accountant, Tax - High Net Worth
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Senior Accountant, Tax - High Net Worth
Wipfli
Southfield, Michigan
Accounting
Bookkeeping & AP/AR
Tax
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree
1,001-5,000

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Tax Senior Manager, International Tax Services
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Tax Senior Manager, International Tax Services
BDO
Detroit, Michigan
Accounting
Compliance & Legal
Tax
$100k - $263k/yr
Master's degree in law
10,000+

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Tax Senior Manager Jobs by City in Michigan

Where Michigan roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Grand Rapids
10 jobs
Detroit
8 jobs
Troy
4 jobs
Ann Arbor
4 jobs
Southfield
4 jobs
Livonia
3 jobs
Ada
2 jobs
Novi
2 jobs
Canton
2 jobs

Tax Senior Manager Job Market in Michigan

A snapshot from current Michigan openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Hantz17
  • BDO8
  • UHY LLP3
  • Plante Moran3
  • Doeren Mayhew CPAs and Advisors3

Top Industries Hiring

  • Accounting & Auditing
  • Technology & Software
  • Retail
  • Investment & Asset Management
  • Consulting & Professional Services

What Michigan Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in tax senior manager jobs across Michigan.

  • Active CPA license issued or recognized by the Michigan Board of Accountancy required
  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, taxation, or finance with eight or more years of experience
  • Proven experience managing federal and Michigan state corporate or partnership tax engagements
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and develop a team of tax professionals and associates
  • Deep technical knowledge of ASC 740 tax provision and financial statement reporting
  • Experience advising clients or internal stakeholders on Michigan-specific state and local tax matters

Tax Senior Manager Jobs in Michigan: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a tax senior manager in Michigan?

Reaching the tax senior manager level in Michigan typically requires a CPA license issued or recognized by the Michigan Board of Accountancy, which oversees licensure in the state. Most candidates build toward this role through a public accounting career path or a corporate tax department, starting in staff or senior associate roles. An advanced degree such as an MST or MBA with a tax concentration strengthens candidacy, and experience supervising Michigan-specific engagements is often the deciding factor at this level.

How much do tax senior managers make in Michigan?

Tax senior managers in Michigan earn a median of about $78,820 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $52,620 for the lowest 10% to over $131,080 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire tax senior managers in Michigan?

Employers hiring tax senior managers in Michigan right now include Hantz, BDO, and UHY LLP, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Michigan's concentration of Big Four and regional accounting firms in metro Detroit, combined with the in-house tax functions of major automotive and manufacturing companies, keeps demand for this level steady throughout the year.

Which Michigan cities have the most tax senior manager jobs?

Grand Rapids, Detroit, and Troy have the most tax senior manager openings in Michigan. Detroit leads because of its dense cluster of Big Four offices, regional CPA firms, and corporate tax departments tied to the automotive and manufacturing industries, while Grand Rapids draws hiring from its growing professional services sector and Ann Arbor benefits from the presence of technology companies and university-affiliated institutions.

Are there remote tax senior manager jobs in Michigan?

Yes, and more than most fields. Tax senior management is largely analytical and advisory work that translates well to remote and hybrid arrangements. About 80% of tax senior manager openings tied to Michigan are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the broader shift in professional services toward flexible work. Roles focused on tax compliance, provision, and advisory work tend to have the most remote flexibility, while positions with heavy client-facing or team leadership responsibilities more often require some in-office presence.

How can I get hired as a tax senior manager in Michigan with little or no experience?

The most realistic path for candidates without direct senior manager experience is moving laterally from a tax manager or senior associate role within a Michigan public accounting firm or corporate tax department. Large Michigan employers and Big Four offices in Detroit recruit tax staff at every level and often promote from within, so joining as a senior associate or tax manager and building Michigan-specific client experience is the clearest route. Holding an active Michigan CPA license and any MST coursework from Michigan institutions like Wayne State or Michigan State gives candidates a measurable edge when applying for the next step.

Where can I find and apply to tax senior manager jobs in Michigan?

You can find and apply to tax senior manager jobs in Michigan on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. The listings cover public accounting firms, corporate tax departments, and other Michigan employers actively hiring at this level. Find roles that fit your background and apply directly.

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