Corporate Tax (Federal & State)

BPM LLP; Karnataka; Hybrid; INR 8,00,000 - 12,00,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accounting firm in India is seeking a Tax Consultant to prepare and review U.S. corporate tax returns and guide clients through state tax compliance. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance and 2.5–4 years of related experience. Candidates should possess strong analytical and communication skills, as well as familiarity with tax software. The position demands mandatory in-office presence at least three days a week, fostering collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• 2.5–4 years of relevant experience in U.S. state and local tax compliance and consulting.
• Strong understanding of U.S. C Corp Federal and SALT concepts.
• Experience with U.S. International Tax filings is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review U.S. corporate separate and consolidated Federal Tax returns.
• Conduct research and analysis on state tax laws.
• Assist clients with state tax audits and appeals.

Skills

U.S. state and local tax compliance

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

CA, CPA, EA or equivalent qualification

Tools

GoSystem

OneSource

Corptax

Job description

BPM Overview

What does BPM stand for? Innovation, opportunity, community, diversity, inclusivity, flexibility and so much more. B-P-M stands for “Because People Matter,” because at our core, our people drive everything we do and how we do it.

We are a forward-thinking, full-service accounting firm providing modern solutions to businesses across the globe. We focus on comprehensive assurance, tax, and consulting services for our clients, and we provide our people and our community with the resources to lead meaningful and purposeful lives.

While we are one of the largest California-based accounting firms, our flexible work locations and schedules mean we have professionals across the continent. Our teams and our clients drive us to provide quality services and ignite unique insights and ideas that contribute to our continued success. Our clients come from different backgrounds and industries, which keep our people intellectually challenged every day.

BPM India Advisory Service Private Limited - Formerly known as “Burr Pilger Mayer India Private Limited”. (BPM India) is a subsidiary of BPM LLP. Founded in 1986, BPM is one of the largest California-based accounting and consulting firms, ranking in the top 50 in the country. With 17 different office locations, BPM serves emerging and mid-cap businesses as well as high-net-worth individuals in a broad range of industries, including financial services, technology, life science, manufacturing, food, wine and craft brewing, automotive, nonprofits, real estate and construction. The Firm’s International Tax Practice is one of the largest on the West Coast and its well-recognized SEC practice serves approximately 35 public reporting companies, mostly in the technology industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review U.S. corporate separate and consolidated Federal Tax returns.
• Prepare and review U.S. combined and consolidated state and local income/franchise tax returns and related workpapers.
• Conduct research and analysis on state tax laws, regulations, and case law to support client positions.
• Assist clients with state tax audits, notices, and appeals.
• Track and manage federal and state tax notices.
• Prepare response letters and forms for state tax notices.
• Assist the Senior Manager and Team in resolving state tax notices.
• Experience with U.S. International Tax filings is a plus.
• Communicate with IRS and State tax departments to follow up on notices and inquiries.
• Identify and implement tax planning strategies to minimize state tax liabilities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including federal tax, international tax, and transfer pricing.
• Stay current on state tax developments and communicate relevant changes to clients and internal teams.
• Ensure timely and accurate delivery of client work in accordance with firm quality standards.
• Mandatory in-office presence at least three days a week.

You will (Job Responsibilities)

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field; CA, CPA, EA, or equivalent qualification preferred.
• 2.5–4 years of relevant experience in U.S. state and local tax compliance and consulting.
• Strong understanding of U.S. C Corp Federal and SALT concepts, including nexus, apportionment, and unitary filings.
• Experience with tax software such as GoSystem, OneSource, or Corptax is a plus.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.