About Careertakes

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Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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Your role

Confidential Client’s Tax Operations and Innovation team is hiring a part-time Contractor to support tax technology projects in the Grand Rapids, MI area. You will work with tax subject-matter experts to design, build, test, deploy, and maintain low- to no-code solutions, templates, and tools that improve tax workflows across multiple industries.

• Participate in the development and implementation of a tax technology strategy/roadmap to automate, streamline, and standardize tax operations
• Assist in building low-code/no-code solutions and automations for tax teams
• Collaborate directly with Tax Subject Matter Experts to design and deliver tools and templates used by engagement teams
• Help analyze vendor technology and provide recommendations to support investment decisions
• Support strategic research on emerging tax technologies and integration approaches
• Learn the firm’s technology stack and tax processes to recommend improvements

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Responsibilities (examples)

• Work across teams to gather requirements, prototype solutions, and run deployments
• Configure and maintain templates, workflows, and documentation for engagement teams
• Support testing and training efforts for new tools and automations
• Document processes, technical designs, and vendor evaluations
• Provide operational support during periods of deployment and adoption

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Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s in Accounting, Accounting Information Systems, or a Master’s in Accounting/Tax
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
• On track to meet education/credit requirements to sit for the CPA exam and obtain CPA licensure in the state where you will work
• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving, communication, and analytical skills
• Intermediate Excel skills preferred
• Experience with Power BI, Power Automate, APIs, and SQL is a plus
• Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record

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Work hours, compensation & travel

• Employment type: Part-time, non-exempt
• Pay: $33.00 per hour (as shown in the original posting)
• This role may require overtime, local travel, occasional overnight travel, and rare international travel
• May require hours beyond a standard 40-hour work week during peak periods

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Physical & environmental requirements

• Able to remain in a stationary sitting position for at least 75% of the time
• Must be able to lift at least 15 lbs for occasional equipment moves
• Ability to bend, lift, climb, and position equipment when necessary
• Frequent verbal communication with clients and team members; ability to exchange information clearly
• Ability to work in high-stress and deadline-driven environments

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Why Confidential Client?

Confidential Client is committed to professional growth, workplace inclusion, and providing meaningful technology-forward experiences for tax practitioners. Eligible staff may access a competitive benefits package that can include health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, a 401(k), flexible time off, and other programs depending on hours worked and eligibility.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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