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Plante Moran

Tax Senior- Energy Tax Credit

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In-Office
2 Locations
89K-140K Annually
Senior level
In-Office
2 Locations
89K-140K Annually
Senior level
Advise clients on renewable energy tax credits and federal incentives, monitor legislative and regulatory changes, develop tax positions, prepare technical memoranda and documentation studies, and support client relationships and business development. The role requires expertise in complex tax consulting or energy tax credits, with a CPA license or active bar admission.
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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.

Go beyond the numbers, do something different by developing rapport with clients and making a difference. Whether you intend to specialize or would rather gain exposure across many service lines, you won’t be limited at Plante Moran. We’ll encourage you to explore diverse opportunities to find your focus and thrive in your chosen career.


Your role.

Your work will include, but not be limited to:

  • Help clients navigate the rapidly evolving renewable energy and tax credit landscape by advising on available federal tax incentives by translating technical complexity into actionable planning opportunities
  • Continually monitor energy tax credit legislative and regulatory developments, including rules governing energy property qualification, prevailing wage and apprenticeship requirements, domestic content, and tax credit monetization (direct pay and transferability)
  • Research, analyze, and develop tax positions, including preparing technical memoranda and documentation studies supporting tax filings claiming federal income tax credits and incentives.
  • Build and expand client relationships across client types, including commercial taxpayers, nonprofits, governments, and other tax-exempt organizations
  • Support the continued growth of a nationally recognized practice through participation in networking, business development, and strategic growth initiatives.

The qualifications.

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting and/or a Juris Doctor (JD).
  • CPA license or active state bar admission required.
  • Two or more years of experience in complex tax consulting, federal tax credit planning, or related areas within a public accounting firm, law firm, the IRS, or a similar environment.
  • Experience with energy tax credits (Sections 48, 48E, 45, or 45Y of the Tax Code) or someone actively seeking to gain experience with such credits.

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. We believe that each person’s ultimate potential begins with first acknowledging their inherent dignity. When we can recognize — and celebrate — our many human differences, we’re able to 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, with the exception of 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 become the property of Plante Moran.    
 

The specific statements above are not intended to be all-inclusive.

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. In addition to this, eligible staff are able to take advantage of our Flexible Time Off and various pre-determined holidays, as well as a 401(k) plan, flexible benefits plans, business-related travel expense, lodging, and meal reimbursement for business-related use. A pension plan is also available for eligible administrative and paraprofessional staff. A discretionary bonus plan is available for eligible staff. Plante Moran also offers some contingent staff positions 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 the following regions: CO, IL, OH, and MA. Please review the position description for the applicable geographic location. Generally, experienced hires are not hired at or near the maximum salary range, as compensation decisions take into account a wide variety of factors, including but not limited to: responsibilities, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and geography. For early career roles, including campus hires, we offer standardized, market-based starting salaries among individuals within the same hiring group. This approach ensures fairness and reflects current industry benchmarks for entry-level talent.


Under Colorado’s Job Application Fairness Act, you have the right to redact, from any documents that you submit in connection with your application, information that identifies your age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. Should you wish to exercise your right to redact such information, please redact it prior to submitting documentation.


The compensation range for this role in CO, IL, OH, and MA is: $88,500.00 - $139,500.00

This application window is a good-faith estimate of the time that this posting will remain open. This deadline will be promptly updated if the deadline is extended.

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