SALT Senior: Residency & Income Tax Advisor

Baker Tilly US; Salinas (CA); On-site; USD 92,000 - 163,000; Full time

Job summary

Baker Tilly US is seeking a State & Local Tax Senior (Income Tax & Residency) to join its SALT practice in California. The role focuses on residency and domicile planning, state tax controversies, and advisory work for high-net-worth individuals and top client groups.

You will work with the Private Wealth practice and other tax professionals to deliver integrated state tax strategies, audits, and consultative services across multiple jurisdictions.

Qualifications

• 4-year degree is required.
• 3 years of professional experience required.
• CPA/CMI/Law license eligibility is required or encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Advise high-net-worth clients on residency and domicile matters, including evaluating residency changes and tax implications.
• Lead state residency and income tax audits and controversies; respond to information requests and negotiate with tax authorities.
• Advise clients on multistate income tax matters, including sourcing, compensation, and credits for taxes paid to other states.
• Coordinate with Baker Tilly Private Wealth and other specialists to provide integrated tax advice.
• Research complex state tax issues and contribute to client communications, memoranda, and presentations.
• Support business development by identifying opportunities and collaborating across Baker Tilly on proposals.

Skills

Residency planning

Tax consulting

Audit & controversy

Multistate tax

Education

4-year degree

CPA eligible

JD or law license eligibility

Job description

Baker Tilly US is seeking a State & Local Tax Senior (Income Tax & Residency) to join its SALT practice in California. The role focuses on residency and domicile planning, state tax controversies, and advisory work for high-net-worth individuals and top client groups.

You will work with the Private Wealth practice and other tax professionals to deliver integrated state tax strategies, audits, and consultative services across multiple jurisdictions.