State And Local Tax Manager Jobs
State And Local Tax Manager jobs are open across public accounting firms, corporate tax departments, and consulting practices, from senior associate to director level, with specializations in multistate compliance, nexus analysis, and indirect tax. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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Our Firm
Sorren is a top 50 national advisory firm that blends deep expertise with a human-first approach. We don’t just work with numbers—we work with people, building lasting relationships and delivering strategic solutions in accounting, assurance, tax, advisory, and private client services.
At Sorren, we believe that success is a shared journey. Our culture fosters collaboration, innovation, and professional growth, ensuring that every team member has the support and opportunities they need to thrive. We offer a high-performing yet balanced work environment where career development and personal well-being go hand in hand.
We’re committed to helping you grow, whether that means advancing your career, expanding your expertise, or achieving a fulfilling work-life balance. Because at Sorren, your success is our success.
Your Journey
Our team members support the firm by delivering timely, accurate work and maintaining clear communication. They take ownership of their development, seek feedback, and build strong relationships. By managing responsibilities effectively and aligning their efforts with firm values, they establish a foundation for long-term success and growth. All team members are expected to excel in Relationships, Communication, Quality Service, Operational Excellence, and Innovation & Growth, contributing to the firm’s success through collaboration, exceptional service, and continuous growth.
Position Summary:
Your Impact (Essential Duties)
Serve as the firm's technical leader for State & Local Tax (SALT) matters, advising clients on multistate tax planning, compliance, and controversy issues.
Provide strategic consulting related to income and franchise tax, sales and use tax, gross receipts tax, property tax, credits and incentives, and nexus determinations.
Lead complex SALT engagements including nexus studies, voluntary disclosure agreements (VDAs), taxability analyses, state tax audits, refund opportunities, and multistate planning projects.
Advise clients on the state and local tax implications of mergers, acquisitions, restructurings, and business expansions.
Monitor legislative, regulatory, and judicial developments across state and local jurisdictions and communicate impacts to clients and internal teams.
Collaborate with federal tax, international tax, transaction advisory, advisory, and assurance professionals to deliver integrated tax solutions.
Build trusted advisor relationships with CFOs, controllers, tax directors, and business owners.
Review technical research, client deliverables, and complex SALT memoranda for quality and accuracy.
Mentor, develop, and coach managers, senior associates, and associates.
Support business development through networking, proposals, client expansion, and thought leadership.
Drive practice development initiatives, internal training, and process improvements.
Manage engagement budgets, staffing, timelines, profitability, and client satisfaction.
Meet annual billable hour and business development expectations.
Your Background
10+ years of experience in tax preparation, with at least 5 years in a leadership capacity and significant specialization in State & Local Tax.
CPA license (An exception to the CPA designation will be considered if they practice in a recognized specialty area and hold an equivalent or applicable professional designation that demonstrates expertise relevant to the firm’s services and strategic goals)
Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field
Deep expertise in multistate income/franchise tax, sales and use tax, nexus, apportionment, tax controversy, and state tax planning.
Experience advising middle-market and closely held businesses across multiple industries.
Strong knowledge of state tax laws, regulations, and legislative developments.
Experience managing complex client engagements from planning through implementation.
Ability to identify tax savings opportunities and deliver strategic consulting beyond compliance.
Excellent research, analytical, communication, and leadership skills.
Proven leadership in managing and scaling teams, including mentoring senior managers and future leaders, fostering a culture of accountability, growth, and technical excellence
Business development acumen, with experience in expanding existing relationships, winning new engagements, and participating in pricing and proposal strategies aligned with firm goals
Forward-thinking and innovative, consistently contributing to internal knowledge leadership, policy development, and process improvements across the tax function
Respected internal advisor, often consulted by peers and firm leadership on regulatory shifts, high-impact tax risks, and opportunities for service expansion
Commitment to continual learning and professional development, maintaining expert-level knowledge and setting the tone for excellence through teaching, mentoring, and example
Full-time commitment and flexibility to work beyond regular hours to meet team deadlines
Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job Sorren is an equal opportunity employerWhy Choose Us?
At Sorren, we’re invested in your growth—both personally and professionally. We’ll support you as you advance in your career while also giving you the flexibility to enjoy life outside of work. We believe balance fuels success, and we’ve designed our culture and benefits to reflect that.
What We Offer*:
Generous paid time off
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus life and disability insurance
401(k) retirement savings plan
Paid holidays, including a firmwide winter break (December 24 – January 1)
Paid parental leave (available after one year of service)
Mentorship and career development programs
CPA exam support to help you succeed on the path to licensure
Firm-sponsored events and spontaneous team activities
Celebrations to mark milestones like the end of busy season and the holidays
- Benefits are available to full-time employees regularly scheduled to work at least 30 hours per week.
© 2025 “Sorren” is the brand name under which Sorren CPAs, P.C. and Sorren, Inc. and its subsidiary entities provide professional services. Sorren CPAs P.C. and Sorren, Inc. and its subsidiary entities practice as an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and applicable laws, regulations, and professional standards. Sorren CPAs P.C. is a licensed independent CPA firm that provides attest services to its clients, and Sorren, Inc. and its subsidiary entities provide tax and business consulting services to their clients. Sorren, Inc. and its subsidiary entities are not licensed CPA firms.
Our Firm
Sorren is a top 50 national advisory firm that blends deep expertise with a human-first approach. We don’t just work with numbers—we work with people, building lasting relationships and delivering strategic solutions in accounting, assurance, tax, advisory, and private client services.
At Sorren, we believe that success is a shared journey. Our culture fosters collaboration, innovation, and professional growth, ensuring that every team member has the support and opportunities they need to thrive. We offer a high-performing yet balanced work environment where career development and personal well-being go hand in hand.
We’re committed to helping you grow, whether that means advancing your career, expanding your expertise, or achieving a fulfilling work-life balance. Because at Sorren, your success is our success.
Your Journey
Our team members support the firm by delivering timely, accurate work and maintaining clear communication. They take ownership of their development, seek feedback, and build strong relationships. By managing responsibilities effectively and aligning their efforts with firm values, they establish a foundation for long-term success and growth. All team members are expected to excel in Relationships, Communication, Quality Service, Operational Excellence, and Innovation & Growth, contributing to the firm’s success through collaboration, exceptional service, and continuous growth.
Position Summary:
Your Impact (Essential Duties)
Serve as the firm's technical leader for State & Local Tax (SALT) matters, advising clients on multistate tax planning, compliance, and controversy issues.
Provide strategic consulting related to income and franchise tax, sales and use tax, gross receipts tax, property tax, credits and incentives, and nexus determinations.
Lead complex SALT engagements including nexus studies, voluntary disclosure agreements (VDAs), taxability analyses, state tax audits, refund opportunities, and multistate planning projects.
Advise clients on the state and local tax implications of mergers, acquisitions, restructurings, and business expansions.
Monitor legislative, regulatory, and judicial developments across state and local jurisdictions and communicate impacts to clients and internal teams.
Collaborate with federal tax, international tax, transaction advisory, advisory, and assurance professionals to deliver integrated tax solutions.
Build trusted advisor relationships with CFOs, controllers, tax directors, and business owners.
Review technical research, client deliverables, and complex SALT memoranda for quality and accuracy.
Mentor, develop, and coach managers, senior associates, and associates.
Support business development through networking, proposals, client expansion, and thought leadership.
Drive practice development initiatives, internal training, and process improvements.
Manage engagement budgets, staffing, timelines, profitability, and client satisfaction.
Meet annual billable hour and business development expectations.
Your Background
10+ years of experience in tax preparation, with at least 5 years in a leadership capacity and significant specialization in State & Local Tax.
CPA license (An exception to the CPA designation will be considered if they practice in a recognized specialty area and hold an equivalent or applicable professional designation that demonstrates expertise relevant to the firm’s services and strategic goals)
Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field
Deep expertise in multistate income/franchise tax, sales and use tax, nexus, apportionment, tax controversy, and state tax planning.
Experience advising middle-market and closely held businesses across multiple industries.
Strong knowledge of state tax laws, regulations, and legislative developments.
Experience managing complex client engagements from planning through implementation.
Ability to identify tax savings opportunities and deliver strategic consulting beyond compliance.
Excellent research, analytical, communication, and leadership skills.
Proven leadership in managing and scaling teams, including mentoring senior managers and future leaders, fostering a culture of accountability, growth, and technical excellence
Business development acumen, with experience in expanding existing relationships, winning new engagements, and participating in pricing and proposal strategies aligned with firm goals
Forward-thinking and innovative, consistently contributing to internal knowledge leadership, policy development, and process improvements across the tax function
Respected internal advisor, often consulted by peers and firm leadership on regulatory shifts, high-impact tax risks, and opportunities for service expansion
Commitment to continual learning and professional development, maintaining expert-level knowledge and setting the tone for excellence through teaching, mentoring, and example
Full-time commitment and flexibility to work beyond regular hours to meet team deadlines
Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job Sorren is an equal opportunity employerWhy Choose Us?
At Sorren, we’re invested in your growth—both personally and professionally. We’ll support you as you advance in your career while also giving you the flexibility to enjoy life outside of work. We believe balance fuels success, and we’ve designed our culture and benefits to reflect that.
What We Offer*:
Generous paid time off
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus life and disability insurance
401(k) retirement savings plan
Paid holidays, including a firmwide winter break (December 24 – January 1)
Paid parental leave (available after one year of service)
Mentorship and career development programs
CPA exam support to help you succeed on the path to licensure
Firm-sponsored events and spontaneous team activities
Celebrations to mark milestones like the end of busy season and the holidays
- Benefits are available to full-time employees regularly scheduled to work at least 30 hours per week.
© 2025 “Sorren” is the brand name under which Sorren CPAs, P.C. and Sorren, Inc. and its subsidiary entities provide professional services. Sorren CPAs P.C. and Sorren, Inc. and its subsidiary entities practice as an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and applicable laws, regulations, and professional standards. Sorren CPAs P.C. is a licensed independent CPA firm that provides attest services to its clients, and Sorren, Inc. and its subsidiary entities provide tax and business consulting services to their clients. Sorren, Inc. and its subsidiary entities are not licensed CPA firms.
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Who's Hiring
- KPMG94
- PwC14
- Weaver9
- Frazier & Deeter9
- Doeren Mayhew CPAs and Advisors9D
Top Industries Hiring
- Accounting & Auditing114
- Consulting & Professional Services11
- Technology & Software6
- Law & Legal Services2
- Construction & Real Estate1
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in state and local tax manager jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field with CPA licensure preferred
- 5 or more years of state and local tax experience in public accounting or a corporate tax department
- Expertise in multistate income tax compliance and apportionment methodology
- Hands-on experience with sales and use tax, including nexus analysis and voluntary disclosure
- Proficiency with tax compliance software such as Vertex, Avalara, or Thomson Reuters ONESOURCE
- Ability to manage and mentor junior tax staff and coordinate with external state tax authorities
Tips for Your State And Local Tax Manager Job Search
Quantify your multistate compliance wins
Hiring managers want to see the scope of your state portfolio. List the number of jurisdictions you've managed, specific tax types you've handled, and any penalty abatements or refunds you secured for past employers. Concrete outcomes beat vague responsibility statements.
Highlight nexus study and audit experience
Many postings specifically call out nexus reviews and state audit management. If you've led nexus studies, responded to state notices, or managed voluntary disclosure agreements, give each its own bullet on your resume. Vague 'state tax compliance' language undersells this work.
Filter openings by industry tax complexity
SALT roles in retail, tech, and financial services carry different demands. Retailers need heavy sales and use tax expertise, while tech companies prioritize income apportionment and digital goods issues. Target openings where your industry background matches the dominant tax exposure.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists state and local tax manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare for a technical case interview
Expect interviewers to walk through a hypothetical nexus scenario or ask you to assess apportionment for a multistate entity. Practice talking through your analytical framework out loud. Interviewers are testing your reasoning process, not just whether you land on the right answer.
Negotiate around CPA exam completion timing
If you're close to finishing your CPA but not yet licensed, address it directly in your negotiation. Many firms will adjust start dates or provide exam support as part of the offer. Waiting until after an offer is extended to raise this puts you at a disadvantage.
State And Local Tax Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most state and local tax managers?
The companies hiring the most state and local tax managers right now include KPMG, PwC, and Weaver, with the largest share of openings in Texas, California, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Large public accounting firms and Fortune 500 corporate tax departments consistently post the highest volume of openings.
How many state and local tax manager jobs are remote?
About 15% of state and local tax manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting broad adoption of flexible work in tax functions. Sub-specialties focused on income tax compliance and tax research tend to offer the most remote flexibility, while roles requiring regular in-person client interaction or audit representation are more likely to require on-site presence.
How do you become a state and local tax manager?
Start by building a foundation in general tax compliance, then deliberately shift toward multistate work by requesting state assignments within your team or firm. Earning your CPA license is a practical prerequisite for most manager-level roles. From there, develop depth in a specific SALT area, such as income tax apportionment, sales and use tax, or credits and incentives, while also building experience supervising junior staff and managing client or business-unit relationships.
Can I get a state and local tax manager job with limited SALT experience?
Yes, candidates with strong general tax backgrounds can move into SALT manager roles, particularly at employers willing to develop talent internally. Your best entry point is demonstrating adjacent skills: experience with multistate returns, exposure to nexus issues, or familiarity with state audit procedures. Targeting mid-sized regional accounting firms or corporate tax departments undergoing growth is more realistic than applying to large firms that expect deep specialization from day one.
What does the state and local tax manager interview process look like?
Most SALT manager interviews involve an initial recruiter screen focused on your background and geographic coverage, followed by one or more technical rounds with senior tax professionals. Expect questions on nexus determination, apportionment methods, and how you've handled state notices or audits. A final round typically includes a conversation with a tax director or CFO covering leadership style, stakeholder communication, and how you manage competing deadlines across jurisdictions.
Where can I find and apply to state and local tax manager jobs?
You can find and apply to state and local tax manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience and specialization, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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