Remote State and Local Tax Associate Jobs
Remote state and local tax associate jobs are actively hiring across the U.S., with remote-first firms and distributed accounting teams bringing on associates to handle multi-state tax compliance, nexus analysis, and return preparation without requiring office presence. Industries from professional services to technology and financial services are staffing these roles remotely, and employers hiring right now include Frazier & Deeter, Rehmann, and Citrin Cooperman. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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If you’re here, you’re looking for something more. More opportunity, more impact, more purpose. At Rehmann, each and every one of our associates plays a pivotal role in the Firm’s success. When you join our team, you can count on exceptional support, encouragement, and guidance from your colleagues and from leadership.
No matter where you want to go in your career, Rehmann can help you get there. Whether you’re in the early stages of your professional journey or you’re further down your path, we’re focused on helping you achieve your goals – whatever they may be. When you join Rehmann, you are part of a culture that Puts People First and aims to help everyone reach their fullest potential. Let us show you all the ways we can Empower Your Purpose.
To learn more about Rehmann, visit: https://www.rehmann.com/careers/
Job Description:
Increased cash flow and a healthier bottom line — Rehmann’s state and local tax (SALT) team helps clients achieve both, while effectively managing and reducing risk.
We impact our clients through:
- Review of current operations and exemptions
- Review of current sales tax collection/exemption certificate collection
- Negotiation with state tax authorities to limit assessments
- Penalty waiver applications
- Acquisition target vetting
- Monitoring and navigating legislative changes
Our broad list of specialties, from state and local audit defense to due diligence reviews and transaction planning, provides clients with solutions that help them get through the changes and identify beneficial opportunities.
Join our team of trusted advisors who empower clients to make the most of their present and plan well for their future.
How You'll Make an Impact:
- Building relationships internally to foster a culture of teamwork and collaboration
- Providing a “wow” experience to every client
- Contributing to the success of our clients’ organizations
- Managing the preparation of a broad range of individual, corporate and other entity tax returns
- Conducting tax research to develop solutions for our clients’ complex and/or unique situations
- Providing direction and new challenges to associates
- Teaching and developing associates allowing them to reach their goals
- Mentoring associates as they navigate their career paths
- Participating in activities to grow the firm and generate business with new clients
- Identifying opportunities to introduce other Rehmann specialists to existing clients
- Making a difference in the communities where you live and work
Your Desired Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
- 8+ years of relevant tax experience in public accounting or industry
- CPA license required; MST a plus
- Expert knowledge individual, partnership and corporate state and local income tax laws and principles
- Working knowledge of state and local sales and use tax laws and principles
- Outstanding communication skills
- Desire to develop unique business solutions in a team-based environment
- Prior experience coaching and training entry level accounting professionals
- Passion for coaching others to higher levels of performance
- Enthusiasm for recognizing and rewarding great work by those around you
- Commitment to continuous learning and development
- Out-of-the box thinking and an entrepreneurial spirit
- A new perspective and new ideas allowing us to continuously improve
- Unwavering integrity in all situations
We Put People First in all that we do. Our associates are our greatest assets and we provide programs and benefits that encourage growth and development and align with their needs and goals. This includes benefits focused on physical and mental health, paid time off for volunteering and diversity-related activities, flexible work arrangements, and more.
When you join Rehmann, you become part of a firm dedicated to helping Empower Your Purpose, whatever it may be.
Rehmann is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Your Passion. Your Purpose.
If you’re here, you’re looking for something more. More opportunity, more impact, more purpose. At Rehmann, each and every one of our associates plays a pivotal role in the Firm’s success. When you join our team, you can count on exceptional support, encouragement, and guidance from your colleagues and from leadership.
No matter where you want to go in your career, Rehmann can help you get there. Whether you’re in the early stages of your professional journey or you’re further down your path, we’re focused on helping you achieve your goals – whatever they may be. When you join Rehmann, you are part of a culture that Puts People First and aims to help everyone reach their fullest potential. Let us show you all the ways we can Empower Your Purpose.
To learn more about Rehmann, visit: https://www.rehmann.com/careers/
Job Description:
Increased cash flow and a healthier bottom line — Rehmann’s state and local tax (SALT) team helps clients achieve both, while effectively managing and reducing risk.
We impact our clients through:
- Review of current operations and exemptions
- Review of current sales tax collection/exemption certificate collection
- Negotiation with state tax authorities to limit assessments
- Penalty waiver applications
- Acquisition target vetting
- Monitoring and navigating legislative changes
Our broad list of specialties, from state and local audit defense to due diligence reviews and transaction planning, provides clients with solutions that help them get through the changes and identify beneficial opportunities.
Join our team of trusted advisors who empower clients to make the most of their present and plan well for their future.
How You'll Make an Impact:
- Building relationships internally to foster a culture of teamwork and collaboration
- Providing a “wow” experience to every client
- Contributing to the success of our clients’ organizations
- Managing the preparation of a broad range of individual, corporate and other entity tax returns
- Conducting tax research to develop solutions for our clients’ complex and/or unique situations
- Providing direction and new challenges to associates
- Teaching and developing associates allowing them to reach their goals
- Mentoring associates as they navigate their career paths
- Participating in activities to grow the firm and generate business with new clients
- Identifying opportunities to introduce other Rehmann specialists to existing clients
- Making a difference in the communities where you live and work
Your Desired Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
- 8+ years of relevant tax experience in public accounting or industry
- CPA license required; MST a plus
- Expert knowledge individual, partnership and corporate state and local income tax laws and principles
- Working knowledge of state and local sales and use tax laws and principles
- Outstanding communication skills
- Desire to develop unique business solutions in a team-based environment
- Prior experience coaching and training entry level accounting professionals
- Passion for coaching others to higher levels of performance
- Enthusiasm for recognizing and rewarding great work by those around you
- Commitment to continuous learning and development
- Out-of-the box thinking and an entrepreneurial spirit
- A new perspective and new ideas allowing us to continuously improve
- Unwavering integrity in all situations
We Put People First in all that we do. Our associates are our greatest assets and we provide programs and benefits that encourage growth and development and align with their needs and goals. This includes benefits focused on physical and mental health, paid time off for volunteering and diversity-related activities, flexible work arrangements, and more.
When you join Rehmann, you become part of a firm dedicated to helping Empower Your Purpose, whatever it may be.
Rehmann is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote state and local tax associate jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
- CPA license or active progress toward CPA exam completion
- Experience preparing or reviewing multistate income and franchise tax returns
- Working knowledge of sales and use tax compliance and nexus rules
- Proficiency with tax technology platforms such as Corptax, OneSource, or Vertex
- Strong research skills using state Department of Revenue guidance and CCH or RIA Checkpoint
Tips for Your Remote State and Local Tax Associate Job Search
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote state and local tax associate openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your experience level and apply directly without sorting through non-remote listings.
Show async communication skills upfront
Remote SALT teams rely on written updates, shared workpapers, and documented research trails instead of hallway conversations. Highlight examples of written tax memos, client correspondence, or documented nexus analyses in your application materials to signal you can communicate clearly without in-person contact.
Prove your multi-state research independence
Remote employers want state and local tax associates who can self-direct research across jurisdictions without waiting for in-office guidance. Mention specific tax research tools you use, the states you've analyzed, and any nexus or apportionment work you completed without direct supervision.
Prepare for remote-specific interview questions
Remote SALT interviews often include questions about how you manage competing filing deadlines, stay current on state law changes, and flag issues when your manager is in a different time zone. Have concrete examples ready that show your process for staying organized and proactive without in-person check-ins.
Remote State and Local Tax Associate Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote state and local tax associate job?
Target accounting firms with distributed teams and corporate tax departments at companies with multi-state footprints, since those employers have the infrastructure and workflow to support remote SALT work. Remote employers screen heavily for self-direction, clear written communication, and familiarity with multi-state compliance research tools. Demonstrating experience with nexus determinations, apportionment calculations, or state return preparation gives you a concrete edge over candidates with only general tax backgrounds.
Which companies hire remote state and local tax associates?
Employers currently hiring remote state and local tax associates include Frazier & Deeter, Rehmann, and Citrin Cooperman, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Remote-first accounting firms, distributed tax consulting practices, and large corporations managing complex multi-state compliance footprints are the most consistent hirers for this role.
Can you get a remote state and local tax associate job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level SALT roles are harder to land because employers expect you to work independently with minimal day-to-day supervision from your first weeks. Remote-first accounting firms and mid-size CPA shops are more likely to hire entry-level candidates than large corporations. You can open doors by showing completed coursework in state taxation, familiarity with tax research databases, or internship experience that demonstrates you can manage your own deadlines.
Do you need a degree for remote state and local tax associate jobs?
Usually, but the degree requirement is more about signaling baseline technical knowledge than a strict credential gate. Most remote employers expect at least a bachelor's in accounting or a related field, and a CPA license or progress toward one strengthens your candidacy considerably. Candidates who can show hands-on SALT research experience, working knowledge of multi-state filing rules, or relevant professional certifications can offset a less directly matched academic background.
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