Hybrid SALT Tax Partner — Bonus & 401(k)

Adel-Lawrence Associates, Inc.; San Jose (CA); Hybrid; USD 250,000 - 450,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Large bonuses

5% employer 401K contribution

Flexible hybrid schedule

Job summary

Top Echelon Software, LLC is seeking a Tax Partner specializing in State and Local Tax (CA) to lead and grow the SALT practice. The role combines in-office collaboration with a home-based schedule in a hybrid model.

Ideal candidate will have 10–15 years in public accounting, a CPA or JD, and a proven track record in client service, staff development, and business development for SALT projects.

Qualifications

• Requires 10–15 years of public accounting experience with progression in complexity and engagements.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s in accounting; CPA or JD required.
• Minimum 40 hours of continuing professional education per year to maintain skills.
• Hybrid in-office and home-based schedule with CA SALT specialization.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical review and approval of income and sales tax returns and examinations.
• Advise clients independently with advanced technical SALT knowledge.
• Manage client service, budgeting, and profitability of engagements.
• Drive business development for SALT projects and participate in growth initiatives.
• Oversee recruitment, offers, promotions, and staff development within the accounting team.
• Maintain familiarity with SALT staff qualifications and supervise staff assignments.

Skills

SALT expertise

CA state tax

Tax advisory

Business development

People management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Master’s degree in accounting

CPA or JD

Tools

Tax research tools

Job description

Top Echelon Software, LLC is seeking a Tax Partner specializing in State and Local Tax (CA) to lead and grow the SALT practice. The role combines in-office collaboration with a home-based schedule in a hybrid model.

Ideal candidate will have 10–15 years in public accounting, a CPA or JD, and a proven track record in client service, staff development, and business development for SALT projects.