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2027 National Tax Office & Transactional Specialist Entry Level Staff

Plante Moran, Ann Arbor, MI, United States


2027 National Tax Office & Transactional Specialist Entry Level Staff Life insurance, sick time, flex time, 401(k)

Feb 19, 2026

Count on us.

Our "we-care" culture is more than just a motto; it’s a promise. From day one, we prioritize your growth, well‑being, and success. You can count on us to support your career journey and help you achieve your professional goals. Join us.

Whether you intend to specialize or’d rather gain exposure across many service lines, the sky’s the limit. From day one, we invite you to make a difference—to be remarkable.

Your role. You’ll help instill confidence in organizations large and small by assuring their financial health. We’ll give you the flexibility to craft business solutions, not just spreadsheets. Your work will include, but is not limited to:

Considering tax issues associated with mergers and acquisitions

Researching complex tax issues and writing technical memoranda

Assisting with international tax structuring and operational issues

Preparing tax returns and serving as an integral part of engagement teams for clients

Assisting with National Tax Office functions, such as writing internal and external tax alerts on current tax developments and emerging planning techniques

Assisting with internal tax education functions

Assisting with the tax aspects of transactions

Meaningful interactions with staff at all levels as well as with our impressive repertoire of clients

Deepening knowledge in tax and tax consulting through exposure to both service lines

The qualifications.

Strong interest in tax law, as demonstrated by tax courses completed or planned before graduation

Detail‑oriented leader with problem‑solving, communication, and analytical skills

Bachelor’s degree with an emphasis in accounting, or a Master’s degree in accounting or tax

Must be pursuing an LLM, JD, or CPA license

Academic success (minimum major GPA of 3.0)

This is an exempt position that may require some local, national, and occasional international travel.

What makes us different? On the surface, we’re one of the nation’s largest audit, tax, consulting, and wealth management firms. But dig a little deeper, and you’ll see what makes us different: we’re a relatively jerk‑free firm (hey, nobody’s perfect) with a world‑class culture, consistent recognition as one of Fortune Magazine’s "100 Best Companies to Work For," and an endless array of opportunities. At Plante Moran, diversity, equity and inclusion means that all staff members have equitable and fair opportunities to succeed in an inclusive environment, with their individual, unique identities. So, what are you waiting for? Apply now.

Plante Moran enjoys a "Workplace for Your Day" model which, simply put, means we strive for flexibility and balance while staying true to our principally in‑person model. We believe that face‑to‑face interactions are paramount for individual and collective development, but also encourage individuals to work with their supervisor and team to determine their optimal working environment each day.

Plante Moran is committed to a diverse workplace. We strive to create a culture where each person feels accepted and valued, acknowledging each person’s inherent dignity. When we recognize—and celebrate—our many human differences, we can create a workplace where all staff feel a sense of belonging and an opportunity to succeed. This allows us to attract and retain the best talent, serve clients through diverse thinking, and better represent and support the various communities in which we live and work. Plante Moran is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Plante Moran maintains a drug‑free workplace.

Interested applicants must submit their resume for consideration using our applicant tracking system. Due to the high volume of interest in our positions, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship, except for qualified candidates who are bilingual in either Japanese and English or Chinese and English. Unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies, or similar, will not be paid a fee and will become the property of Plante Moran.

We are pleased to offer eligible staff a robust benefits package. Eligibility and contribution requirements for some of these benefits vary based on the number of hours staff work per week. Highlights include health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance. Eligible staff also have access to Flexible Time Off and various pre‑determined holidays, 401(k) and flexible benefits plans, business‑related travel expense, lodging, and meal reimbursement. A pension plan is available for eligible administrative and paraprofessional staff. A discretionary bonus plan is available for eligible staff. Plante Moran also offers contingent staff the option to elect health insurance in addition to limited paid sick time.

The compensation range reflects the base salary we reasonably expect to pay for this position across our offices in CO, IL, OH, and MA. Please review the position description for the applicable geographic location. For early‑career roles, including campus hires, we offer standardized, market‑based starting salaries. For experienced hires, compensation decisions consider responsibilities, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and geography. For this role in CO, IL, OH, and MA, the range is $78,000.00 – $87,000.00.

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