Maner Costerisan

Admin Assistant - Tax Processing Maner Costerisan is full-service public accounting, technology, and business consulting firm that has grown into one of the top firms in the Great Lakes region. Ranked as one of the "Best Firms to Work For" by Accounting Today for 10 consecutive years, we invest in our people so that they can invest in themselves, their clients, and their communities. We are a group of passionate, driven, focused individuals with a combination of unique and diverse mindsets, skill sets, and experiences dedicated to reaching our potential, so our clients can achieve theirs. Our internal firm services focus on the firm's critical business needs. From administrative opportunities to marketing and everything in between, our integrated solution approach is designed to help enable and manage growth, leverage resources, and optimize firm operations. Summary of Responsibilities: The Tax Processing Administrative Assistant plays an important role in organizing, managing and keeping the work flowing through the tax department. As an integral member of the tax processing team, this role is key in delivering superior client service to both Firm clients and internal clients. Our administrative assistants make sure that the day-to-day tasks are managed with skill, allowing Firm leaders and client service providers to focus on meeting those needs. They have the right mix of brains, heart and courage, allowing them to navigate complex situations, make the most of the tools they have available and deliver the needed results. Essential Functions: Tax Processing • Processes accurately and independently correspondence, tax returns, form and other materials (both simple and complex) from electronic media using computer software. • Transmits both business and individual tax returns. • Prints and assembles Personal Property Tax Returns. • Assembles and delivers quarterly tax estimates for clients. • Prints and assembles year-end payroll forms - W2s, 1099s, etc - for clients. • Electronically track and save returns according to Firm guidelines. • Responsible for e-filing and producing extensions tracking. • Front-end scanning of client documents into tax organization software. Tax Software/Database Management • Learn, manage and become a resource for the tax software and related software systems (currently TaxCaddy, Sureprep, CCH Axcess Tax and CCH Axcess Document). • Monitor, manage and maintain data quality within the tax systems and databases. • Works with spreadsheets, track data in a database, time record keeping and client maintenance Tax Department Administrative Support • Assist tax partners, managers and staff with all office activities (typing, faxing, scanning and copying). • Pick up additional administrative responsibilities when needed. Other Functions (as needed) • Reception coverage as needed. • Setup/tear-down of meeting rooms. • Work room (printing, copying, binding) as needed. • General office duties as assigned. Job Qualifications: • High school or equivalent. • 3+ years of past administrative support experience. • Experience working in a professional service or accounting firm. • Willing to work overtime (during tax filing periods). Compensation details: 21-25 Hourly Wage PIf50-5472

Tax Manager/Senior Manager The Tax Manager/Senior Manager will be responsible for leading complex tax engagements and managing workflows and deliverables. The Tax Manager is expected to communicate effectively both orally and in written form and be a licensed CPA. The Tax Manager/Senior Manager will oversee the preparation of complex tax returns and provide tax research and planning services to clients. The Tax Manager will work with others cooperatively and with respect, accept responsibility for their work and their actions and demonstrate full knowledge and understanding of procedures and programs essential to client service within the Tax department. This position will be based out of our Lansing office. Hybrid work schedule or fully remote is available. Essential Functions: Conduct and supervise larger engagements. Complete financial statements, tax returns and special services within your area of expertise. Review reports, statements and returns processed by administrative staff. Review work papers, financial statements and tax returns before submission to Senior Manager or Principal for further review. Plan engagements to achieve quality goals and reduce time required to perform an engagement. Begin an active practice development program and look for opportunities to provide additional services to clients. Education, Experience, and Skills Required: Bachelor's degree in accounting or business administration. Licensed Certified Public Accountant Minimum 4-7 years of Tax experience Working knowledge of manual and automated accounting systems. Well-developed financial analysis capabilities. Excellent interpersonal skills: ability to get along well with diverse personalities, tactful, mature, and flexible. Compensation details: 00 Hourly Wage PI8208defab5-