Tax Senior Manager – SALT, Income/Franchise

Baker Tilly US

. Provide strategic state and local tax consulting services to middle market and Fortune 500 clients .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $100,000 - $198,200 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in state and local tax consulting, including strategic planning, compliance, and client relationship management. Proven ability to lead teams, mentor associates, and deliver exceptional client service while maintaining ethical standards.

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State And Local Tax ConsultingCPA, CMI, JD/Law License Or EA8+ Years Of Experience In State And Local Tax5+ Years Of Supervisory ExperienceExceptional Client Service Skills

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Hard Skills

Tax PlanningNexus DeterminationsTaxability AnalysesDue DiligenceTechnical Memoranda PreparationClient Correspondence DraftingAudit DefenseProcess Improvement RecommendationsProfitability Target ManagementContinuous Learning Commitment

Soft Skills

LeadershipMentoringClient Relationship ManagementNetworkingCommunication

Certifications & Qualifications

CPACMIJD/Law LicenseEA

Industry Keywords

Middle MarketFortune 500Income TaxFranchise TaxSales And Use TaxPayroll TaxAd Valorem TaxTax ControversiesVoluntary Disclosure ProjectsSoutheast Region

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide strategic state and local tax consulting services to middle market and Fortune 500 clients
Manage multidisciplinary, multistate reviews covering income, franchise, sales and use, payroll, ad valorem and other taxes
Identify optimal filing options, exemptions, credits, incentives and corporate structures to reduce client tax burdens
Research state tax issues, including nexus determinations, taxability analyses and potential liabilities
Counsel clients on state and local tax controversies
Draft client correspondence and ruling requests and guide clients in defending state audits
Plan and execute due diligence and voluntary disclosure projects
Prepare technical memoranda on state and local tax issues
Maintain client communications, make business and process improvement recommendations, manage expectations and enhance value
Assist with client engagement staffing, billings and collections and meet profitability targets
Network and build relationships internally, externally, with clients and the community
Participate in firm-wide learning and development programs
Support team member growth through the Baker Tilly Care and Teach philosophy

Requirements

What you’ll need

4 year degree
CPA, CMI, JD/Law License or EA required
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field required
8 years of professional experience
Eight (8) + years of experience in state and local tax
Five (5)+ years of supervisory experience, mentoring and counseling associates desired
Ability to lead and supervise others
Exceptional client service skills
Commitment to continuous learning and staying current regarding applicable strategies
Appropriate ethical knowledge and commitment
Commitment to quality and timely completion of projects
Must be located in the Southeast
Eligibility to work in the U.S., without sponsorship, highly preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Baker Tilly offers a compensation and benefits package to eligible employees
Firm-wide learning and development programs
Professional development support
Baker Tilly Care and Teach philosophy supporting team members’ professional goals