Manager, State and Local Tax (SALT)

About Us

Fanatics is a leading global sports platform redefining how fans connect with the teams, players and moments they love. Our businesses — Fanatics Commerce, Fanatics Collectibles, Fanatics Betting & Gaming, Fanatics Events, Fanatics Advertising, Fanatics Markets and Fanatics Studios — maximize the presence and reach for hundreds of partners globally and create a one-stop experience that allows fans to buy, bet, collect, and earn, while engaging with sports in deeper, more immersive ways. This includes licensed fan gear and lifestyle products, sportsbook and iGaming, physical and digital trading cards, live events, premium sports entertainment content, credit card offerings and more. Together, they form a powerful, integrated ecosystem — connected by the Fanatics ONE loyalty program and FanCash, the currency of sport — delivering personalized experiences to over 100 million fans worldwide. Fanatics holds partnerships with over 900 sports properties, from professional leagues and players’ associations to teams, colleges and retail partners; over 7,000 athletes and celebrities; and over 2,000 retail locations, including all Lids stores. Backed by a team of more than 22,000 employees, Fanatics is committed to relentlessly enhancing the fan experience.

The Role  

The SALT Manager manages day-to-day state and local tax operations within Tax Operations, with responsibility for compliance, income tax provision support, planning, and audit defense. This person ensures timely and accurate filings across all jurisdictions, supports quarterly and annual financial reporting under ASC 740, manages audits and notices, and advises the business on the state and local tax effects of transactions, operations, and legislative change. The role partners closely with the Senior Director of Tax Operations on process, controls, and technology. This is an in-person role based in our New York City office four days per week.  

What You'll Do

Tax Compliance  

• Oversee preparation and review of state and local income, franchise, gross receipts, sales and use, property, and other transaction tax returns, whether prepared in-house or by outside providers  

• Manage the compliance calendar, extensions, estimated payments, and notices  

• Monitor nexus exposure, including economic nexus and P.L. 86-272 positions, and make registration and voluntary disclosure recommendations  

• Evaluate apportionment, sourcing, and combined or unitary filing positions  

• Track and implement federal changes and their state conformity or decoupling effects  

• Maintain tax workpapers and documentation to support filing positions  

• Provide technical support on state and local tax issues to the tax team, Finance, Accounting, Legal, and business partners, including research and written analysis  

Tax Provision and Financial Reporting  

• Support the quarterly and annual income tax provision under ASC 740, including state current and deferred taxes and the state rate  

• Prepare or review state tax account reconciliations, deferred tax inventories, and valuation allowance analyses  

• Assess uncertain tax positions (ASC 740-10) and maintain related reserves and documentation  

• Coordinate with Accounting, Financial Reporting, and external auditors on SALT-related disclosures and controls (including SOX, where applicable) 

Tax Planning  

• Identify and evaluate planning opportunities, including entity structure, apportionment, credits and incentives, and filing methodologies  

• Model the state and local tax effects of M&A, restructurings, new product lines, and expansion into new jurisdictions  

• Monitor legislative, regulatory, and judicial developments and communicate the business impact to leadership  

• Support the evaluation and negotiation of state and local incentives  

Audits and Controversy  

• Manage state and local audits, notices, and inquiries from start to resolution  

• Prepare information responses, develop audit strategy, and negotiate with taxing authorities  

• Lead administrative appeals, voluntary disclosure agreements, and refund claims  

• Evaluate settlement options and escalate significant exposures to the Senior Director of Tax Operations  

Tax Operations, Process, and Technology  

• Standardize and document compliance, provision, and audit processes, with strong internal controls  

• Drive automation and data-quality improvements in tax data gathering, return preparation, and reporting  

• Support the Senior Director of Tax Operations on tax technology projects, system implementations, and vendor management  

• Track and report metrics on filing timeliness, notice resolution, audit status, and reserve positions  

Leadership and Collaboration  

• Manage and develop tax staff and oversee outside advisors and service providers  

• Partner with Finance, Accounting, Legal, Treasury, Payroll, Procurement, and Operations on tax-impacting matters  

• Communicate SALT issues and status to the Senior Director of Tax Operations and other stakeholders  

What We're Looking For

Required  

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field  

• 6+ years of progressive state and local tax experience in public accounting, a corporate tax department, or both  

• Working knowledge of multistate income/franchise tax and sales/use tax, including apportionment and nexus  

• Experience with ASC 740 and income tax provision concepts  

• Demonstrated experience with process improvement and tax automation  

• Demonstrated experience managing state audits and controversy  

• Strong analytical, research, and communication skills  

• Ability to work in the New York City office four days per week  

Preferred  

• CPA, JD, LL.M. in Taxation, or MST  

• Big 4 or large accounting firm experience  

• Experience with tax provision and compliance software (e.g., OneSource) 

• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., D365, Oracle) 

• Experience with tax system implementations  

• Prior people management experience  

Competencies  

Technical tax expertise, sound judgment on gray-area positions, process and controls orientation, project management, cross-functional influence, attention to detail, and the ability to translate complex tax issues for non-tax audiences.  

The salary range represents base pay only and does not include short-term or long-term incentive compensation. When determining base pay as part of a final compensation package, we consider several factors such as location, experience, qualifications, and training. For information about our benefits, please visit 

Salary Range

$135,000—$170,000 USD

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