Income Franchise Tax SALT Manager

Join Frazier & Deeter and be a part of a rapidly growing Top 50 accounting & advisory firm that has been repeatedly named a Best Firm to Work For, a Best Firm for Women and a Pacesetter firm among U.S. accounting firms. With several offices across the U.S., UK, and India, there is a spot for you!  

We serve clients of all sizes across the United States and the globe, with a suite of services that grow every year. Our growth mindset and entrepreneurial environment translates into variety and opportunity for our people. 

At Frazier & Deeter, we’re committed to training, mentoring, and developing our staff members. With our emphasis on Investing in Relationships to Make a Difference and a Firmwide Focus on Inclusion, we help each other grow in every aspect of life.  

Job Summary:

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Review multi-state income and franchise tax returns for corporations and passthrough entities.
• Lead SALT consulting engagements from start to finish, including planning, budgeting, execution, and timely delivery of services.
• Research and analyze state tax issues; prepare technical memoranda and clearly communicate tax positions and conclusions.
• Advise clients on filing positions, apportionment methodologies, nexus determinations, credits, and tax planning opportunities.
• Respond to notices from state taxing authorities and assist clients with audits and other controversy matters, including voluntary disclosure agreements when applicable.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships by providing responsive, high-quality service.
• Support business development initiatives and identify opportunities to expand client services.
• Supervise and mentor Senior Associates and Associates; review work product and provide constructive feedback to ensure quality and accuracy.
• Stay current on legislative and regulatory developments impacting state and local taxation.

Education & Experience:

• A Bachelor’s degree and/or Master’s degree in Accounting.
• Active CPA license required.
• 5+ years of progressive public accounting experience, with a focus on state and local tax.
• Strong background in multi-state income and franchise tax compliance and consulting.
• Experience with state tax research and planning.
• Proven ability to manage multiple engagements and deadlines simultaneously.
• Experience supervising and reviewing the work of tax professionals.
• Proficiency in tax preparation software (e.g, CCH Axcess) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong analytical, research, organizational, and communication skills.

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