Sales & Use Tax Manager — Lead Multistate Tax Engagements

BDO USA, Llp; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP participation

Job summary

BDO USA, LLP is seeking a State & Local Tax Manager specializing in Sales & Use Tax in Chicago. The role advises multistate clients on complex indirect tax matters, leads client engagements, and develops practical tax solutions while supervising and developing team members.

The ideal candidate will have 4+ years of S&U tax experience, CPA/JD preferred, and strong skills in research, analytics, and client management. The position offers opportunities to grow within a leading tax practice.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required, focus in Accounting, Finance, Business, Economics preferred
• Four or more years of sales and use tax, indirect tax, or related state and local tax experience, required
• Experience managing client engagements and supervising professionals, required
• CPA, JD, or other relevant professional credential, preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel and Word, required
• Exposure to standard tax applications and research tools, preferred

Responsibilities

• Advises clients on multistate sales and use tax matters, including taxability, nexus, sourcing, exemptions, compliance, planning, refunds, and controversy
• Researches and analyzes complex sales and uses tax issues and develops practical, business-focused recommendations
• Manages client engagements and workstreams, including deliverables, deadlines, staffing, and engagement economics
• Assists clients with audits, refund claims, voluntary disclosures, notices, and interactions with taxing authorities
• Reviews client operations, transaction data, and tax processes to identify risks, opportunities, and process improvements
• Prepares and reviews technical analyses, memoranda, taxability matrices, and other client deliverables
• Builds strong client relationships and identifies opportunities to provide additional services
• Collaborates with professionals across BDO to deliver integrated solutions to clients

Skills

Strong research skills

Analytical skills

Technical writing

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business/Economics

CPA/JD preferred

Tools

Excel

Word

Tax software/tools

Job description

BDO USA, LLP is seeking a State & Local Tax Manager specializing in Sales & Use Tax in Chicago. The role advises multistate clients on complex indirect tax matters, leads client engagements, and develops practical tax solutions while supervising and developing team members.

The ideal candidate will have 4+ years of S&U tax experience, CPA/JD preferred, and strong skills in research, analytics, and client management. The position offers opportunities to grow within a leading tax practice.