State & Local Tax Manager

State & Local Tax – Income and Franchise Tax Manager

Location: Los Angeles, CA 90071

Work Arrangement: Hybrid – 3 days per week in office

Employment Type: Permanent

About the Organization

Our organization is a leading professional services and accounting firm providing audit, tax, advisory, and consulting services to businesses across a wide range of industries. With a strong focus on client service, technical expertise, and professional development, the organization works with clients to address complex financial and business challenges while helping them achieve their strategic objectives.

The organization offers a collaborative and growth-oriented environment where professionals are encouraged to develop their expertise, build strong client relationships, and take on meaningful responsibilities.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced State & Local Tax (SALT) – Income and Franchise Tax Manager to provide tax planning, consulting, and compliance services to multiple clients. This individual will work closely with the Income & Franchise Tax team, lead engagement teams, manage client projects, and provide high-quality tax solutions across multiple industries and jurisdictions.

The Manager will be responsible for overseeing projects from planning through completion while developing staff, managing client relationships, and identifying opportunities to help clients optimize their state and local tax positions.

Key Responsibilities

Manage, direct, and monitor multiple client service teams across various engagements.

Plan, execute, direct, and complete tax projects across a wide range of industries.

Provide State & Local Tax planning, consulting, compliance, and research services.

Prepare and review state income and franchise tax returns.

Conduct tax research and prepare technical memorandums and client correspondence.

Counsel clients and assist with defending against state tax audits.

Manage multi-disciplinary and multi-state tax reviews involving income, franchise, sales and use, payroll, ad valorem, and other state and local taxes.

Identify opportunities involving filing options, exemptions, credits, incentives, and corporate structures to help reduce clients' overall tax burden.

Work directly with clients to provide recommendations for business and process improvements.

Serve as a trusted business advisor and develop strong client relationships.

Manage project budgets, timelines, deliverables, and engagement responsibilities.

Manage, develop, train, and mentor tax professionals.

Participate in performance evaluations and year-end reviews.

Support business development activities, including identifying opportunities, developing proposals, and participating in client pursuits.

Manage multiple projects and competing priorities simultaneously.

Travel as needed to support client and business requirements.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting.

Minimum of 6 years of progressive tax compliance and/or tax consulting experience.

Active CPA license, JD with an active law license in good standing, or Certified Member of the Institute for Professionals in Taxation (IPT).

Strong knowledge of State & Local Tax, particularly income and franchise tax.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Strong project and engagement management skills.

Ability to manage multiple assignments and priorities simultaneously.

Strong computer and analytical skills.

Ability to work effectively with clients and internal teams.

Willingness to travel as needed.

Preferred Profile

The ideal candidate will have significant experience in State & Local Income and Franchise Tax, including multi-state tax compliance, tax consulting, research, audit defense, and client advisory services. Experience managing tax professionals and client engagements is highly preferred.

Compensation

compensation will depend on factors such as job-related knowledge and skills, professional experience, geographic location, business needs, internal equity, and progression within the role.

Work Environment

This is a hybrid position requiring three days per week in the Los Angeles, CA offic