Sales & Use Tax Manager, State & Local Tax Consulting
Job Description
As a Sales & Use Tax Manager, you will lead the preparation, review, and delivery of indirect tax compliance and consulting services for multi-state clients. You will work closely with Senior Managers, Directors, and client leadership to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant deliverables while managing client relationships, mentoring team members, and driving process improvements.
- Manage and review sales and use tax returns for multi-state clients, including monthly, quarterly, and annual filings
- Oversee transactional data analysis to ensure proper taxability, sourcing, and rate application
- Review reconciliations of sales and purchase data to general ledger and other source systems
- Lead exemption certificate review, validation, and management processes
- Research and interpret complex state and local sales/use tax rules, including nexus, taxability, exemptions, and emerging legislation
- Identify client exposure areas, process inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement; communicate recommendations to leadership and clients
- Manage sales/use tax audits, including coordinating data requests, preparing responses, and interacting with taxing authorities
- Review workpapers and supporting documentation to ensure compliance with firm standards and regulatory requirements
- Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, providing guidance on indirect tax matters and maintaining strong client relationships
- Coordinate and manage engagement timelines, deliverables, and staff assignments across multiple projects
- Mentor, train, and review the work of Senior Associates and Associates, providing ongoing feedback and development support
- Utilize tax compliance software and data tools (e.g., Vertex, Avalara, OneSource, or similar) to improve efficiency and accuracy
- Assist with process improvement initiatives, technology implementation, and practice development efforts
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field preferred
- CPA, CMI, JD, or LLM required
- 5 years of public accounting experience, with a strong focus on Sales & Use Tax compliance
- Strong hands-on experience using ONESOURCE Indirect Tax or equivalent sales tax compliance software
- Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and engagements
- Advanced Excel skills and experience working with large data sets
- Prominent ability to lead teams, review staff work, and mentor junior professionals
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with clients and internal leadership
- Detail-oriented, analytical, and solutions-focused mindset
Company Culture
We embrace you for who you are, care for your well-being, and nurture your career. Everyone has equitable access to opportunities for career growth and leadership. Over our 80-year history, delivering excellent service through innovation has been a core part of our DNA across our audit, tax, and consulting groups. That’s why we continuously invest in innovative ideas, such as AI-enabled insights and technology-powered solutions, to enhance our services.
Benefits
Your exceptional people experience starts here. At Crowe, we know that great people are what makes a great firm. We care about our people and offer employees a comprehensive total rewards package. Learn more about what working at Crowe can mean for you!
How You Can Grow
We will nurture your talent in an inclusive culture that values diversity. You will have the chance to meet on a consistent basis with your Career Coach that will guide you in your career goals and aspirations. Learn more about where talent can prosper!
About Crowe
Crowe (www.crowe.com) is one of the largest public accounting, consulting and technology firms in the United States. Crowe uses its deep industry expertise to provide audit services to public and private entities while also helping clients reach their goals with tax, advisory, risk and performance services. Crowe is recognized by many organizations as one of the country's best places to work. Crowe serves clients worldwide as an independent member of Crowe Global, one of the largest global accounting networks in the world.