State & Local Tax Strategy Lead

Whitley-Penn; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance (Firm Paid)

Dental and Vision Insurance

Paid time off 25 days

Maternity and Parental Leave

401(k) with Profit Sharing

Discretionary Bonus Program

Health & Wellness Program

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Whitley Penn is seeking a State & Local Tax Manager to join our team in a fully in-office role. You will manage the efficient preparation and delivery of state and local tax consulting and compliance for multiple clients across states, while mentoring associates and coordinating staffing on engagements.

The ideal candidate has 5–7 years of S&L tax experience, an active CPA license, and strong client relationship skills to help grow the firm’s tax practice in Texas and beyond.

Qualifications

• Active CPA license required.
• 5-7 years of state & local income/franchise tax compliance and consulting experience.
• Advanced technical knowledge of state income/franchise tax laws and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide state & local income/franchise tax consulting and compliance services to a diverse client base.
• Advise clients on state income/franchise tax sourcing, nexus, and accounting for state taxes.
• Review and/or prepare state income tax returns.
• Develop and manage client relationships and engagement economics across multiple projects.

Skills

State & Local Tax

CPA

Tax compliance

Client management

Mentoring staff

Education

CPA certification

Job description

Whitley Penn is seeking a State & Local Tax Manager to join our team in a fully in-office role. You will manage the efficient preparation and delivery of state and local tax consulting and compliance for multiple clients across states, while mentoring associates and coordinating staffing on engagements.

The ideal candidate has 5–7 years of S&L tax experience, an active CPA license, and strong client relationship skills to help grow the firm’s tax practice in Texas and beyond.