Senior Tax Analyst

Carolina Professional Recruiting Group; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Carolina PRG is partnering with a dynamic finance team to recruit a State and Local Tax (SALT) Senior. This SMO role provides strategic guidance and technical expertise across multistate tax issues within a growing financial services organization.

The SALT Senior will prepare federal/state returns, support ASC 740 provisions, assist with audits, and drive process improvements to enhance tax reporting accuracy and efficiency. A CPA or MS in Taxation and 1–5+ years SALT experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• CPA or Master’s in Taxation preferred.
• 1–5+ years SALT experience in public accounting or corporate tax.
• Strong knowledge of multistate income/franchise and sales/use tax.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review federal and state corporate income tax returns, estimated payments, and extensions.
• Support quarterly and annual income tax provisions under ASC 740 with deferred tax calculations.
• Assist with tax audits by gathering documentation and coordinating with stakeholders.
• Research and interpret federal/state tax laws to ensure compliance and identify planning opportunities.
• Maintain and reconcile income tax accounts and deferred tax balances.
• Participate in process improvements to enhance tax reporting accuracy and efficiency.
• Collaborate with finance and accounting teams for accurate data for filings and provisions.
• Support special projects such as M&A due diligence and tax planning initiatives.

Skills

SALT experience

Multistate tax knowledge

Tax research

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA or Master’s in Taxation

Tools

ONESOURCE

Checkpoint

Excel

Job description

Carolina PRG is proud to partner with a dynamic and well-respected Head of Tax to support the growth of a high-performing tax department. One of the first key hires is a State and Local Tax (SALT) Senior—a subject matter expert who will provide strategic guidance and technical expertise across a wide range of state and local tax issues.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a SALT professional to take on a highly visible, impactful role within a growing financial services organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review federal and state corporate income tax returns, estimated payments, and extensions.
• Support quarterly and annual income tax provision processes under ASC 740, including deferred tax calculations and supporting workpapers.
• Assist with tax audits by gathering documentation, responding to inquiries, and coordinating with internal and external stakeholders.
• Research and interpret federal and state tax laws, regulations, and rulings to ensure compliance and identify planning opportunities.
• Maintain and reconcile income tax accounts and deferred tax balances.
• Assist in developing and implementing process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy in tax reporting.
• Collaborate with finance and accounting teams to ensure accurate data for tax filings and provisions.
• Support special projects such as M&A due diligence, tax planning initiatives, and legal entity rationalization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• CPA or Master’s in Taxation strongly preferred
• 1-5+ years of relevant SALT experience, ideally in public accounting or a large corporate tax environment
• Strong technical knowledge of multistate income/franchise and sales/use tax
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

Preferred Skills & Tools

• Proficiency in ONESOURCE, Checkpoint, and other tax research tools
• Strong analytical and tax research capabilities
• Deep understanding of state and local tax laws and regulatory frameworks
• High level of proficiency with Excel and Microsoft Office Suite

If you're looking to join a growing and collaborative team where your expertise will be valued and your contributions will drive meaningful impact—this is the right opportunity for you.