State & Local Tax Senior, Sales/Use

Baker Tilly US; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 101,000 - 151,000; Full time

Job summary

Baker Tilly US is seeking a State & Local Income Tax Senior Associate in Houston to support a fast-growing SALT practice with diverse clients across industries. You will provide state income/franchise tax services and contribute to consulting, compliance, and planning.

The role involves research, project management, mentoring junior staff, and collaborating with the broader tax team to deliver high-quality outcomes.

Qualifications

• 4 year degree required; license eligibility for CPA or equivalent encouraged.
• Public accounting or industry experience in multi-state income/franchise tax preferred.
• Strong time management, communication, analytical thinking and client service skills.
• Ability to mentor staff and collaborate across teams; proficiency with MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with state income/franchise, sales taxes, nexus, and filing positions.
• Conduct technical research on complex state tax laws and regulations.
• Analyze client data to identify filing obligations and tax exposures.
• Support state tax audits, notices and controversy matters.
• Develop expertise in state tax and communicate insights to clients and teams.
• Manage multiple projects in a deadline-driven environment and ensure quality.
• Contribute to business development and relationship-building efforts.

Skills

Time management

Communication

Analytical thinking

Client service

Education

4 year degree, license eligible

Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance/economics/business

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Tax compliance software

Job description

Overview

Baker Tilly is a leading advisory, tax and assurance firm, providing clients with a genuine coast-to-coast and global advantage in major regions of the U.S. and in many of the world’s leading financial centers – New York, London, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Chicago and Boston. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and Baker Tilly US, LLP (Baker Tilly) provide professional services through an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and applicable laws, regulations and professional standards. Baker Tilly US, LLP is a licensed independent CPA firm that provides attest services to its clients. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and its subsidiary entities provide tax and business advisory services to their clients. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and its subsidiary entities are not licensed CPA firms.

Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and Baker Tilly US, LLP, trading as Baker Tilly, are independent members of Baker Tilly International, a worldwide network of independent accounting and business advisory firms in 141 territories, with 43,000 professionals and a combined worldwide revenue of $5.2 billion. Visit bakertilly.com or join the conversation on LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram.

Please discuss the work location status with your Baker Tilly talent acquisition professional to understand the requirements for an opportunity you are exploring.

Baker Tilly is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable federal, state or local law.

Job Description

Are you interested in joining one of the fastest growing public accounting firms?

Would you like the ability to specialize in a specific area of tax and become an expert to your clients?

If yes, consider joining Baker Tilly (BT) as a State & Local Income Tax Senior Associate! Our SALT practice is made up of professionals across the U.S., providing a full spectrum of services including income & franchise tax, sales & use tax, real & personal property tax, unclaimed property. As a member of this talented team, you will help provide state tax compliance and consulting for a variety of clients ranging in size and industry.

You Will Enjoy This Role If

• You want to work directly with firm leadership to support middle market and Fortune 500 companies with complex state issues.
• You’re looking to be part of a fast-growing, collaborative SALT practice that values technical expertise and innovation.
• You want to join a firm that invests in your growth, offers national resources, and supports your development into a state income tax expert.

What You Will Do

• Assist clients with tax consulting issues, including state income/franchise, sales taxes, mergers and acquisitions, nexus considerations, and filing positions.
• Conduct technical research on complex state tax laws and regulations, including changes in legislation and case law.
• Analyze client data to identify filing obligations, potential tax exposures, and planning opportunities.
• Support clients in state tax audits, notices, and controversy matters.
• Maintain strong internal relationships across service lines and engagement teams.
• Develop technical expertise in state tax and communicate insights to clients and internal teams.
• Manage multiple client projects simultaneously in a deadline-driven environment, ensuring accuracy and quality.
• Participate in mentoring, coaching, and learning initiatives to support your ongoing development.
• Contribute to business development and relationship-building efforts internally and externally.
• Enjoy a team-oriented culture that promotes collaboration, flexibility, and work-life balance.

Minimum Qualifications

• 4 year degree, license eligible
• 1 year of professional experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, economics, business, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in public accounting or industry with a focus on multi-state income and franchise tax compliance and consulting required.
• Strong skills in time management, communication, analytical thinking, and client service.
• Ability to manage complex projects, mentor junior staff, and collaborate effectively across teams.
• Possessing or actively working on a credential that may include member of the Bar, CPA, enrolled agent, or IPT certification.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; experience with tax compliance software a plus.

The pay rate ranges for this position are listed below. Actual compensation is influenced by a variety of relevant factors including but not limited to applicant’s skills, prior experience, qualifications, degrees, professional certifications, work arrangements and geographic location. Baker Tilly offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to eligible employees.

In Dallas & Frisco, TX: pay rate range is $87,980 to $131,970

In Houston, TX: pay rate range is $100,550 to $150,840