Director | State And Local Tax Services

Description & Requirements

Forvis Mazars State and Local Tax (SALT) Practice teams with its clients as they navigate the complexities of SALT issues associated with their multi-state operations. The SALT Practice serves clients ranging from start-up organizations to middle market companies to large multi-national enterprises. Whether the SALT Practice is assisting companies with remaining in compliance with multiple jurisdictions or looking for opportunities for state tax savings, we have a diverse team with the capability to assist with the rapidly evolving SALT landscape.

How you will contribute:

• Developing and managing relationships with clients, prospects, and colleagues throughout Forvis Mazars to identify SALT opportunities and develop new business.

• Managing, developing, and coaching professional staff.

• Leading complex multi-state compliance engagements.

• Providing state-level support to income tax provision preparation and review under ASC740.

• Managing state and local income tax consulting engagements including nexus analyses, apportionment / revenue sourcing studies, transaction planning, and restructuring.

• Assisting with SALT controversy matters.

• Identifying SALT opportunities in the areas of sales and use tax, property tax, and credits / incentives.

• Serving as a leader in developing a SALT presence in the local market.

We are looking for people who have Forward Vision and:

• Ability to recognize areas of opportunity through critical evaluation and identification of solutions

• Excellent project management skills and ability to meet stringent client deadlines

• An aptitude to recruit and develop firm associates and team members

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to adapt, be responsive, and provide an unmatched client experience

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting or Taxation or Juris Doctor

• 10 years or more of SALT experiencewith a large accounting firm or large corporate tax department of a multinational company

• Broad SALT experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• CPA license and/or J.D. / L.L.M

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