Sales and Use Tax Manager

Weaver; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive health benefits

Flexible scheduled time off

In-house learning opportunities

Job summary

A national accounting firm in Houston is seeking a State and Local Tax (SALT) Manager. This role involves managing complex tax engagements and leading a team. Candidates should have at least a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and 5+ years of relevant tax experience. The position offers development opportunities and competitive benefits, including health insurance and flexible time off.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of state and local tax experience in a public accounting firm.
• Proven ability to manage and develop staff.
• Experience in indirect tax compliance and consulting.

Responsibilities

• Work on complex indirect tax audits and managed audits.
• Prepare complex tax research projects for clients.
• Lead projects and a team of sales and use tax professionals.

Skills

State and local tax experience

Indirect tax compliance

Client relationship management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field

CPA, CMI or JD

Master’s degree in Accounting or related field

Job description

The Weaver Experience

Weaver is a full‑service national accounting, advisory and consulting firm with opportunities for professionals in many different fields. We seek to bring a human element to the world of accounting, which includes creating a diverse, collaborative, and entrepreneurial workplace culture. Our leaders truly care about the well‑being of all our employees and encourage them to pursue their ambitions.

While our business is based in numbers, our success is truly based on people. We commit to supporting our people not just in their professional growth, but also in their ability to lead balanced, integrated lives. Our core values empower our people to deliver extraordinary service and be their best selves. We balance high development with high performance to meet the long‑term goals of each individual, team, and firm.

Learn more about our services, industry experience and culture at weaver.com.

Position Profile

Weaver seeks a State and Local Tax (SALT) Manager to join the Sales and Use (Indirect) Tax division of our SALT practice. The Sales and Use Tax Manager will work on multiple complex tax engagements and contribute to the delivery of innovative sales and use tax planning ideas for our diverse clients. This position offers a warm, successful and team‑driven culture with excellent opportunities for career development and advancement.

Sales and Use Tax Managers have in‑depth, first‑hand experience in a wide range of industries. They draw on experience in accounting and taxation to provide consulting services to corporate clients. They identify complex tax issues and provide tax analysis for a variety of entities and their affiliates. Primary responsibilities include working on complex indirect tax audits, managed audits, and recovery of tax overpayments (reverse audits). Additional responsibilities include preparing complex tax research projects for clients in diverse industries by researching and analyzing a wide range of tax issues and tax implications. They lead projects and a team of sales and use tax professionals.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field
• CPA, CMI or JD
• 5+ years of state and local tax experience in a public accounting firm, tax services firm or similar industry
• Experience with a focus on indirect (sales & use) tax compliance and consulting

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Accounting or related field
• Proven ability to manage, mentor and develop staff
• Strong relationship management and practice development skills
• Ability to attract and service new clients and expand services to existing clients

Compensation and Benefits

A reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this position is $120,000 to $175,000 in the California and New York Metropolitan areas. Actual compensation will be based on experience, skills, certifications and geographical location. Weaver offers competitive health benefits, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, and a 401(k) plan. We also provide flexible scheduled time off (STO), minimum 56 hours of sick and safe leave, 11 holidays, and 2 scheduled recharge days.

In‑house CPE and learning opportunities are available through our Learning & Development department, covering technical improvement, practice development, management/leadership training, and whole‑life growth.

Hiring Information

Interested applicants should apply directly to the job posting. Please upload your most recent resume and ensure it is attached to your application. By registering, you will create a profile and receive a confirmation email upon completion. After reviewing your application, a Weaver Recruiter will contact you soon and walk you through the hiring process. We look forward to meeting you!

We are not accepting resume submissions from third‑party staffing agencies for this role. This role is Employee Referral Program eligible.

Recruitment and Equity Statement

Weaver is an equal opportunity employer. We cultivate a safe and inclusive work environment that celebrates each individual’s unique qualities through visibility, progression, advocacy, and support.