Staff Accountant: Tax, Audit & Advisory Path to Leadership

Overview

Cooperidge Consulting Firm is seeking 1-2 Staff Accountants for a prestigious, full-service CPA firm in Troy, MI
. This is an exceptional opportunity for a versatile accounting professional to join a practice led by seasoned CPAs, valuation experts, and forensic specialists. Unlike "siloed" roles at larger firms, this position offers 360-degree exposure to tax, audit, and advisory engagements. You will work shoulder-to-shoulder with firm partners, handling everything from complex corporate tax returns to high-level audit reviews and IRS notice resolution.

If you are a CPA-track professional looking for a stable environment that prioritizes your technical development and provides a clear pathway to senior leadership, this is your ideal next step.

• Tax Compliance & Preparation:
  Prepare high-accuracy federal and state returns for individuals, corporations, partnerships, estates, and trusts
• Assurance Engagements:
  Participate in the full lifecycle of audits, reviews, and compilation engagements for a diverse client portfolio
• Advisory & Planning:
  Assist with strategic tax planning for businesses and high-net-worth individuals; conduct research on federal and multi-state tax matters
• Client Consulting:
  Provide hands-on Quick Books consulting and bookkeeping support to ensure client financial integrity
• Audit Defense:
  Provide critical support in responding to IRS, state, and local tax notices and inquiries
• Multi-State Filings:
  Assist with complex multi-state tax projections and filings to ensure multi-jurisdictional compliance
• Partner
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Work directly with senior team members and partners to deliver high-stakes projects under tight deadlines, particularly during peak tax seasons

• Education & Credentials
• Bachelor s degree in Accounting is REQUIRED
• CPA License or CPA-track status (active study for the exam) is highly preferred

• Minimum of 2-7 years of professional experience within a CPA firm environment
• Proven experience in both Tax and Audit (candidates with only one functional area will be considered if willing to train)
• Hands-on proficiency with professional tax software and Quick Books

• Technical Knowledge:
  Solid understanding of GAAP and federal/state/local tax regulations
• Communication:
  Exceptional verbal and written skills for direct client interaction and internal collaboration
• Analytical Mindset:
  Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage diverse engagements independently
• Resilience:
  Ability to maintain accuracy and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, high-output professional environment

• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance plans
• Life insurance coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions
• Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement