Manager 3, State and Local Tax

Overview We seek a seasoned Head of State & Local Tax (SALT) Professional to lead sales and use tax, city and local business, property, and state income tax functions. The role is accountable for end-to-end compliance, audit management, policy and procedure governance, and SALT strategic planning. This leader will design, implement, and continuously improve sales tax systems to drive automation, efficiency, and accuracy on a large scale. The position requires in-depth technical expertise, strong leadership and communication skills, and the ability to influence and collaborate across a dynamic, multi-state jurisdictional enterprise. Responsibilities Oversee end-to-end sales and use tax operations, including new product offerings, configuration and governance of the Vertex sales tax system, and coordination of system updates and integration. Oversee tax compliance and internal controls: prepare and review sales, use, property, city, and state income/franchise tax returns to ensure accuracy and timeliness. Manage quarterly and yearly financial statement reporting, including ASC 450 and 740 tax reserve analysis. Lead audit management and risk: conduct state and local tax audits, balance risk management with practical resolutions, and maintain effective internal controls. Develop and execute state and local tax strategies aligned with the company’s overall tax and business objectives. Mentor the team, identify growth opportunities, and leverage technology to streamline compliance. Intuit provides a competitive compensation package with a strong pay-for-performance rewards approach. This position will be eligible for a cash bonus, equity rewards, and benefits in accordance with applicable plans and programs. Pay offered is based on factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and work location. To drive ongoing fair pay for employees, Intuit conducts regular comparisons across categories of ethnicity and gender. The expected base pay range for this position is: Bay Area California: $192,500-260,500 Southern California: $182,000-246,500 Qualifications 15+ years of progressive state and local tax experience (in‑house and Big Four/Public) with heavy experience in sales tax, preferably in the high‑tech software industry. Vertex subject matter expert with experience in configuration, governance, policy updates for new laws/products, exemption certificates, and system updates/integrations. Proven track record of working in a fast‑paced dynamic environment where product offerings, tax laws, and automation tools change frequently. Proven ability to automate systems and processes at scale. Deep knowledge of ASC 450 tax reserve analysis and reporting. Demonstrated success in managing and negotiating sales tax audits and controversy resolution. Outstanding leadership and strong communication skills. Collaborative business partner who builds trust cross‑functionally. Benefits Impact: shape the SALT function and advise senior leadership on decisions that directly affect the business. Growth: lead a team, modernize processes, and stay at the forefront of evolving state and local tax policy. Culture: be part of a values‑driven company that supports innovation, collaboration, and work‑life balance. #J-18808-Ljbffr Intuit