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State and Local Tax Associate

Smith + Howard
Atlanta, GA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/11/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/9/2025

State Local Tax Associate


Do you want a career without limits? Do you want to shape your own future and be surrounded by people who listen? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you at Synexus, part of the Smith Howard family of companies.


Synexus is a new brand of state and local indirect tax solutions that combines technology and expertise to give our clients the freedom to focus on their growth. We are headquartered in Atlanta with a national reach, while still offering a local firm flavor.


We offer competitive pay, excellent training opportunities and great benefits. You can help influence our culture and have the support and dedication from our leaders to help you achieve your career goals. Synexus provides a great opportunity for professional growth and advancement within one of Atlanta’s top companies.


If you are ready to make a career move and join a firm consistently named an “AJC Top Workplace” and a “Best of the Best Firms” (Inside Public Accounting), we invite you to complete our employment application.


Summary

In this role, you will need to demonstrate professional interest in providing clients with quality services and personal attention by performing “above and beyond the call of duty” if necessary. This will include planning and preparing supporting workpapers, as well as identifying value-add suggestions for client utilization.


SALT Associate responsibilities:

Assist in the design of compliance processes and project prioritization for all SALT projects with the SALT leadership team

Review and assist in the filing of State and Local tax returns for sales and use taxes related to monthly and quarterly transactions

Interact with clients regarding filing issues, business license compliance and general tax research inquiries

Review and analyze summary data from state and local tax return filings

Assist in filing annual property tax returns and assist with research and audit support when necessary

Assist with real property tax appeals


You may also contribute in the following areas:

Analyze continually changing tax laws and regulations in multiple jurisdictions

Assist with business license compliance and research nationwide for our clients

Develop and cultivate new business and enhance existing relationships with current clients

Support tax team with ongoing state and local audit initiatives and research

Assist with analysis of current business process issues and documentation to aid in enhanced business continuity and efficiency


SALT Associate Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Taxation, or related fields

Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite – emphasis on Word and Excel

Ability to prioritize numerous projects to meet deadlines with attention to detail

Strong documentation and organizational skills with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment


Preferred Qualifications:

Ability to work in a team environment as well as independently

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

CPA or CMI certifications

Exposure to Microsoft Access and Caseware

1 - 3 years of State and Local Tax experience

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