Sales Tax Manager / Senior Manager � State & Local Tax (SALT)

Sales & Use Tax Advisory

Serve as a technical resource and trusted advisor on Sales & Use Tax matters for clients across various industries.
Conduct research on complex state and local tax issues and develop well-supported technical memoranda, analyses, and recommendations.
Evaluate multi-state sales tax obligations and advise clients on compliance requirements and risk exposure.
Review exemption certificates and related documentation to ensure accuracy, completeness, and regulatory compliance.

Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) Tax Support

Participate in transaction due diligence efforts by assessing indirect tax implications related to mergers, acquisitions, and restructurings.
Identify potential tax exposures, liabilities, and planning opportunities during acquisition reviews.
Advise clients on post-transaction indirect tax compliance considerations and integration requirements.

Compliance & Tax Reporting

Review Sales & Use Tax filings to ensure accuracy, timely submission, and adherence to applicable regulations.
Assist clients with voluntary disclosure agreements, nexus studies, registrations, and related compliance initiatives.
Analyze and respond to state tax notices, audit inquiries, and other regulatory correspondence.
Act as a liaison between clients and state or local tax authorities to resolve tax matters effectively.

Technology & Process Improvement

Leverage tax technology solutions, including:
Avalara
Vertex
TaxJar
Comparable indirect tax automation platforms
Identify opportunities to enhance tax processes, improve operational efficiency, and strengthen compliance controls.
Support the implementation and optimization of tax technology solutions to streamline reporting and compliance activities.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years of progressive experience within State & Local Tax (SALT).
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated expertise in:
  Sales & Use Tax
  Indirect tax compliance
  Multi-state tax regulations
  Tax research, analysis, and technical interpretation
• Professional certification required: CPA, JD/LLM, CMI, or equivalent credential.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
• Prior proven ability to build client relationships and manage complex tax engagements from planning through execution.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience within public accounting, consulting, or professional services environments.
• Experience supporting M&A transactions, including tax due diligence and transaction advisory services.
• Hands-on experience with sales tax automation and compliance platforms.
• Strong project management capabilities with a client-focused advisory approach.