SALT Tax Manager: State & Local Compliance & Strategy

BDO USA; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

BDO USA is seeking a Tax Manager, State and Local Tax to advise clients on SALT implications and compliance strategies. The role involves research, planning, and engagement management to deliver value in complex multi-state tax scenarios.

You will lead a team of SALT professionals, develop client relationships, and contribute to tax planning and consulting initiatives while staying current on evolving state tax laws and policies.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical and research abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple engagements and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Advises clients on SALT implications and compliance options.
• Lead tax research, analysis, and reporting for state and local tax issues.
• Supervises SALT staff on engagements and reviews work products.
• Drafts tax memos and opinions and supports client engagements.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Deadline-driven

Team management

Relationship building

Executive presence

Cross-team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's in Business

Master's in Accounting/Taxation or JD

Tools

GoSystems

Excel

Word

Tax research databases

Job description

BDO USA is seeking a Tax Manager, State and Local Tax to advise clients on SALT implications and compliance strategies. The role involves research, planning, and engagement management to deliver value in complex multi-state tax scenarios.

You will lead a team of SALT professionals, develop client relationships, and contribute to tax planning and consulting initiatives while staying current on evolving state tax laws and policies.