State and Local Tax (SALT) Experienced Associate

Verital Advisory Search; Lincolnshire (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Verital Advisory Search is seeking an experienced tax associate to join its State and Local Tax practice. The role focuses on hands-on SALT compliance and will deepen technical knowledge while taking on greater responsibility.

Responsibilities include preparing sales and use tax returns, state income/franchise tax returns, and research on multistate tax issues. The position offers mentorship and exposure to diverse clients across states.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, or related field.
• 2–4 years of relevant SALT tax experience, preferably in public accounting.
• Hands-on experience preparing sales and use tax returns.
• Experience preparing state income and franchise tax returns.
• CPA eligible at minimum; an active CPA license is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and time management.

Responsibilities

• Prepare sales and use tax returns across multiple jurisdictions.
• Prepare state income and franchise tax returns.
• Complete tax calculations, workpapers, reconciliations, and documentation.
• Research state and local tax laws, filing requirements, and jurisdiction-specific issues.
• Assist with state tax notices, audits, registrations, and tax authority correspondence.
• Identify potential filing exposures, overpayments, and compliance opportunities.
• Communicate with clients to gather information and resolve tax-related questions.
• Support senior team members with multistate compliance and consulting projects.
• Manage multiple assignments and filing deadlines.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Organization

Detail oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation

CPA eligible

Job description

Our client is seeking an experienced tax associate to join its State and Local Tax practice. This opportunity is designed for someone with hands-on SALT compliance experience who is ready to deepen their technical knowledge and take on greater responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Prepare sales and use tax returns across multiple jurisdictions.
• Prepare state income and franchise tax returns.
• Complete tax calculations, workpapers, reconciliations, and supporting documentation.
• Research state and local tax laws, filing requirements, and jurisdiction-specific issues.
• Assist with state tax notices, audits, registrations, and tax authority correspondence.
• Identify potential filing exposures, overpayments, and compliance opportunities.
• Communicate with clients to gather information and resolve tax-related questions.
• Support senior team members with multistate compliance and consulting projects.
• Manage multiple assignments and filing deadlines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, or a related field.
• Approximately 2-4 years of relevant tax experience, preferably within public accounting.
• Hands-on experience preparing sales and use tax returns.
• Experience preparing state income and franchise tax returns.
• Familiarity with multistate tax compliance and research.
• CPA eligible at minimum; an active CPA license is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and time-management skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients and internal team members.

What the Opportunity Offers

• Exposure to both sales and use tax and income and franchise tax matters.
• Training and mentorship from experienced SALT professionals.
• Experience supporting clients across multiple states and industries.
• Opportunities for continued professional development and career advancement.
• Increasing client responsibility as the associate develops within the practice.