State and Local Tax Manager, Lead Tax Services

State And Local Tax Manager

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Job Description:

Crowe's State and Local Tax (SALT) team delivers value by helping clients effectively navigate and manage their state and local income and franchise tax obligations. We are seeking a SALT Manager to join our Lead Tax Services group. In this role, you will provide both consulting and compliance services, while also contributing to the development and mentorship of staff. This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by supporting our clients, strengthening our team, and advancing Crowe's commitment to delivering an exceptional client experience.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required; Master's in Taxation or JD/LLM a plus
• CPA or JD required
• 5+ years of experience in public accounting
• Strong state tax background, including experience with consolidated C corporations, partnerships, and S corporations
• Experience with state and local income tax compliance and consulting, including apportionment, state modifications, nexus considerations, unitary/combined reporting, and state-level tax planning
• Familiarity with state-level implications of mergers, acquisitions, and restructurings preferred
• Strong organizational, communication, and management skills, with proven experience leading teams and engagements
• Demonstrated ability to research, analyze, and communicate complex state tax issues clearly and effectively

Hybrid Work Environment

This role follows a hybrid work model for candidates located near a Crowe office. Candidates who are not within commuting distance of a Crowe office may be considered for a remote work arrangement, subject to business needs.

We expect the candidate to uphold Crowe's values of Care, Trust, Courage, and Stewardship. These values define who we are. We expect all of our people to act ethically and with integrity at all times.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Crowe is not sponsoring for work authorization at this time.

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Crowe, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $102,500.00 - $209,400.00 per year.

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Crowe ( 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. The network consists of more than 200 independent accounting and advisory services firms in more than 130 countries around the world.

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