What are the responsibilities and job description for the State and Local Tax Manager position at Southwest Accounting Resources, Inc?
Our growing client in Central Phoenix is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented State and Local Tax Manager to join their Tax team. This position will report to the Director of Tax and will manage both direct and indirect state tax compliance processes. This person will act as the “subject matter expert” for all things state and local income tax! CPA is preferred, and a minimum of 6 years of tax experience in a public accounting or corporate environment is ideal. This person will be joining a growing team of tax accounting professionals and may have direct reports in the future. This position is an in-office role with a base salary up to $130K.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
MINIMUM QUALIFICIATIONS
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Manage direct and indirect state tax compliance processes
- Ensure accurate and timely filing of all returns including income/franchise, sales & use, property tax renditions, and other business-related filings
- Monitor and respond to state tax notices and state tax controversy
- Review accruals, journal entries, and related account reconciliations
- Assist with the design, implementation, maintenance, and documentation of state tax processes and controls
- Act as a subject matter expert for all state and local income tax matters
- Perform state tax calculations relating to ASC740
- Collaborate with the Senior Tax Manager/Director of Tax on special tax projects and studies
- Support effective and timely communication with internal and external parties as needed
- Assist with other areas as assigned, such as tax incentives and business acquisitions
MINIMUM QUALIFICIATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Masters of Tax a plus
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred.
- Minimum of 6 year of tax experience in public accounting or corporate environment
- Strong state and local tax knowledge
- Highly organized, driven, and coachable mindset
- Detail oriented and analytical
- Ability to communicate effectively with team members and leadership
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite, Blackline, FAS, etc.
- Experience with manufacturing, retail, insurance or mortgage industries is a plus
Salary : $130,000
