CPA, Senior Tax Preparer

Baker Tilly; Atlanta (GA); Presencial; USD 82.000 - 114.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da vaga

Baker Tilly is seeking a State & Local Income Tax Senior Associate in the United States. You will work within the SALT practice to prepare and review state returns, advise on nexus and filing positions, and conduct technical tax research for a diverse client base.

Join a fast-growing team with opportunities to mentor staff, contribute to business development, and advance to state tax expert through complex engagements and collaboration across service lines.

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, economics, business, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in public accounting or industry with a focus on multi-state tax compliance and consulting.
• Strong time management, communication, analytical thinking, and client service skills.
• Ability to manage complex projects and mentor junior staff; CPA/EA/IPT is a plus.

Responsabilidades

• Prepare and review state and local income and franchise tax returns for corporations, partnerships, and other entities across multiple jurisdictions.
• Assist clients with state income/franchise, sales taxes, M&A, nexus, and filing positions.
• Conduct technical research on state tax laws, changes in legislation and case law.
• Analyze client data to identify filing obligations, exposures, and planning opportunities.
• Support clients in state tax audits, notices, and controversy matters.
• Maintain strong internal relationships across service lines and engagement teams.
• Develop technical state tax expertise and communicate insights to clients and internal teams.
• Manage multiple client projects in a deadline-driven environment; ensure accuracy and quality.
• Participate in mentoring and business development initiatives.

Conhecimentos

Time management

Communication

Analytical thinking

Client service

Mentoring

Formação

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance/economics/business

Ferramentas

Microsoft Office Suite

Tax compliance software

Descrição da vaga

State & Local Income Tax Senior Associate

Are you interested in joining one of the fastest growing public accounting firms? Would you like the ability to specialize in a specific area of tax and become an expert to your clients? If yes, consider joining Baker Tilly (BT) as a State & Local Income Tax Senior Associate! Our SALT practice is made up of professionals across the U.S., providing a full spectrum of services including income & franchise tax, sales & use tax, real & personal property tax, unclaimed property. As a member of this talented team, you will help provide state tax compliance and consulting for a variety of clients ranging in size and industry.

You will enjoy this role if: You want to work directly with firm leadership to support middle market and Fortune 500 companies with complex state issues. You're looking to be part of a fast-growing, collaborative SALT practice that values technical expertise and innovation. You want to join a firm that invests in your growth, offers national resources, and supports your development into a state income tax expert.

What you will do:

• Prepare and review state and local income and franchise tax returns for corporations, partnerships, and other entities across multiple jurisdictions.
• Assist clients with tax consulting issues, including state income/franchise, sales taxes, mergers and acquisitions, nexus considerations, and filing positions.
• Conduct technical research on complex state income tax laws and regulations, including changes in legislation and case law.
• Analyze client data to identify filing obligations, potential tax exposures, and planning opportunities.
• Support clients in state tax audits, notices, and controversy matters.
• Maintain strong internal relationships across service lines and engagement teams.
• Develop technical expertise in state tax and communicate insights to clients and internal teams.
• Manage multiple client projects simultaneously in a deadline-driven environment, ensuring accuracy and quality.
• Participate in mentoring, coaching, and learning initiatives to support your ongoing development.
• Contribute to business development and relationship-building efforts internally and externally.

Enjoy a team-oriented culture that promotes collaboration, flexibility, and work-life balance.

Successful candidates will have:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, economics, business, or a related field required.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in public accounting or industry with a focus on multi-state income and franchise tax compliance and consulting preferred.
• Strong skills in time management, communication, analytical thinking, and client service.
• Ability to manage complex projects, mentor junior staff, and collaborate effectively across teams.
• Possessing or actively working on a credential that may include member of the Bar, CPA, enrolled agent, or IPT certification.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; experience with tax compliance software a plus.

The pay rate ranges for this position are listed below. Actual compensation is influenced by a variety of relevant factors including but not limited to applicant's skills, prior experience, qualifications, degrees, professional certifications, work arrangements and geographic location. Baker Tilly offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to eligible employees. The pay rate range is $81,900 to $ 114,350. Baker Tilly