Compliance Manager

Do you want a careerwithout limits? Do you want to shape your own future and be surrounded by people who listen? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you at Smith + Howard. Smith + Howard is a family of companies that offers tax, audit, accounting and advisory and wealth management services. We are headquartered in Atlanta with offices across the Southeast, while still offering a local firm flavor. We offer competitive pay, excellent training opportunities and great benefits. You can help influence our culture and have the support and dedication from our leaders to help you achieve your career goals. Smith + Howard provides a great opportunity for professional growth and advancement within one of the nation’s top accounting firms. Summary In the Compliance Manager role, you’ll lead multi-state and local indirect tax compliance engagements for clients across North America. You’ll collaborate with a network of SALT professionals to ensure accurate, timely filings across complex jurisdictions, while overseeing end-to-end engagement delivery, including preparation, review, workflow coordination, and quality control to meet client and regulatory requirements. Essential Functions Uphold firm and AICPA and IPT ethical standards while maintaining strict client confidentiality. Deliver high-quality state and local use compliance services with strong client focus and attention to detail. Lead planning, execution, and completion of compliance engagements, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and jurisdictional compliance. Supervise and guide associates and seniors to ensure consistent, high-quality client service throughout engagements. Review and finalize state and local tax filings to ensure compliance with applicable regulations. Manage engagement workflows, deadlines, and resources to ensure efficient service delivery. Respond to tax notices and assist with audits and issue resolution as needed. Identify and support process improvements and use of technology to enhance efficiency. Build and maintain strong client relationships to support ongoing compliance needs. Position Requirements Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related fields CPA or CMI license preferred Five to ten years of sales tax compliance experience, preferred Experience managing staff and client relationships in a professional services setting Strong analytical skills and ability to resolve complex problems independently or collaboratively Excellent communication and time management skills across multiple projects Qualifications Skills Behaviors Motivations Education Experience Licenses & Certifications Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr