State & Local Tax Associate

Overview Baker Tilly is a leading advisory, tax and assurance firm, providing clients with a coast-to-coast and global advantage in major regions of the U.S. and in many of the world’s leading financial centers – New York, London, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Chicago and Boston. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and Baker Tilly US, LLP (Baker Tilly) provide professional services through an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and applicable laws, regulations and professional standards. Baker Tilly US, LLP is a licensed independent CPA firm that provides attest services to its clients. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and its subsidiary entities provide tax and business advisory services to their clients. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and its subsidiary entities are not licensed CPA firms. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and Baker Tilly US, LLP, trading as Baker Tilly, are independent members of Baker Tilly International, a worldwide network of independent accounting and business advisory firms in 141 territories, with 43,000 professionals and a combined worldwide revenue of $5.2 billion. Visit bakertilly.com or join the conversation on LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram. Please discuss the work location status with your Baker Tilly talent acquisition professional to understand the requirements for an opportunity you are exploring. Baker Tilly is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable federal, state or local law. Any unsolicited resumes submitted through our website or to Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP, employee e-mail accounts are considered property of Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP, and are not subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorized recruitment agency ("search firm") for Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited, by Baker Tilly's Talent Attraction team, to submit candidates for review via our applicant tracking system. Responsibilities Job Description: Are you interested in joining one of the fastest growing public accounting firms? Would you like the ability to specialize in a specific area of tax and become an expert to your clients? If yes, consider joining Baker Tilly (BT) as a State & Local Tax Associate! Our SALT practice is made up of 40+ professionals across the U.S., providing a full spectrum of services including income & franchise tax, sales & use tax, real & personal property tax, unclaimed property and voluntary disclosure & remediation by industry needs. As a member of this talented team, you will help provide sales & use tax compliance for a variety of clients ranging in size and industry. You will enjoy working with firm leadership to support middle market and Fortune 500 companies with sales & use tax issues and compliance You will be part of a fast growing, state & local tax practice that values collaboration and a down-to-earth culture You will be part of a firm that values specialty tax practices and is invested in your success, with resources and support to grow now and for tomorrow What You Will Do Prepare sales & use tax forms and resolve outstanding tax issues for middle market and Fortune 500 clients and ensure they are in compliance with applicable state tax laws. This includes: Prepare and file state and local sales tax returns for various jurisdictions for multiple clients Perform research on relevant tax law Interact and manage multiple clients in a deadline-oriented environment while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail Analyze large amounts of client data Maintain internal relationships with colleagues, other service lines and engagement/project teams Develop and retain technical tax expertise Proactively identify and communicate issues as they arise Maintain a positive and team-oriented attitude Become familiar with and adhere to the firm’s policies and procedures Apply a working knowledge of various computer applications Learn and grow from direct on-the-job coaching and mentoring, along with participation in firm-wide learning and development programs Utilize entrepreneurial skills to network and build strong relationships internally and externally with clients Enjoy friendships, social activities and team outings that encourage a work-life balance Qualifications Must have a bachelor’s degree, with a preference for accounting majors If an accounting major, must meet educational requirements to obtain CPA license upon hire Master of Tax or JD/LLM preferred Coursework in technology-related fields highly desirable Demonstrated skills in time management, communication, interpersonal skills, relationship building, collaboration, and problem solving Strong leadership, project management, organizational and analytical skills, initiative, adaptability Microsoft Suite skills There is currently no immigration sponsorship available for this position Compensation The pay rate range for this job position is $73,730 to $96,780. Actual compensation is influenced by a variety of relevant factors including but not limited to applicant’s skills, prior experience, qualifications, degrees, professional certifications, work arrangements and geographic location. Baker Tilly offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to eligible employees. #J-18808-Ljbffr Baker Tilly US