Senior SALT Director - State & Local Tax Leader

BDO USA; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 158,000 - 263,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

BDO Total Rewards

ESOP program

Job summary

BDO USA is seeking a State & Local Tax Director to support Principals and the SALT practice with team development and client relationships. The role emphasizes leadership, project management, and high standards of client service across taxation engagements.

The Director will drive practice goals in collaboration with Managing Directors, manage engagements, and contribute to business development and cross-selling of SALT services. Strong communication and mentoring are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Taxation is required; advanced degrees preferred.
• Master’s in Accounting/Taxation or JD preferred.
• CPA or equivalent certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Research state tax guidance and draft formal memoranda.
• Analyze client facts, apply guidance, and develop outreach strategies.
• Prepare tax provision support and coordinates with state tax teams.
• Represent clients in SALT matters and assist with tax controversy.

Skills

Team leadership

Research

Tax consulting

Client relationships

Project management

Communication

Business development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Taxation

Master’s degree in Accounting or Taxation

Juris Doctorate

Tools

Excel

Word

Tax research tools

Job description

BDO USA is seeking a State & Local Tax Director to support Principals and the SALT practice with team development and client relationships. The role emphasizes leadership, project management, and high standards of client service across taxation engagements.

The Director will drive practice goals in collaboration with Managing Directors, manage engagements, and contribute to business development and cross-selling of SALT services. Strong communication and mentoring are required.