Entry Level State And Local Tax Manager Jobs
New grad state and local tax manager jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship work or coursework in tax compliance can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are a mix of on-site, remote, and hybrid roles across Accounting & Auditing and Consulting & Professional Services, with employers like KPMG, Weaver, and Grant Thornton hiring at this level now.
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Tax-Merger & Acquisition Senior Associate
Grant Thornton is seeking a SALT Mergers and Acquisitions Senior Associate to join our team in New York. As a SALT Mergers and Acquisitions Senior Associate, you will participate in innovative tax planning, consulting, and compliance skills on M&A projects for your multiple clients – all with the resources, environment, and support to help you excel. You’ll collaborate with the Tax Due Diligence team and assist on planning, execution, and direction of engagements because together is how we succeed. From day one, you will be empowered by high quality tools and resources to thrive in their role to meet client needs and help you achieve more confidently.
Your day-to-day may include:
- Maintain active communication during engagement to manage expectations, ensure satisfaction, make sure deadlines are met, and lead change efforts effectively and efficiently
- Work closely with our Transaction Services colleagues, focusing on the tax aspects of mergers and acquisitions and other transactions-related work
- Assist in conducting buy-side and sell-side tax due diligence, advising on tax efficient acquisitions and divestments, advising clients on tax efficient restructurings, reviewing taxes in financial models, and reviewing transaction documents
- Involvement in managing segments of or complete state tax exposure remediation projects, and/or implementation of state and local tax internal controls, related to transactions.
- Be involved in researching tax issues, preparing written communication in a succinct and deal-driven manner, helping clients with responses to tax authorities, and assisting clients in strategizing on the tax aspects of the transactions
- Perform analysis of a client’s tax attributes surrounding certain business events including tax basis of assets and stock, tax accounting for M&A driven transaction costs and corporate earnings and profits
- Perform detailed analyses of net operating loss/tax credit carry forward limitations pursuant to IRC Section 382 for both private and public clients
- Other duties as assigned
You have the following technical skills and qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree required; Accounting degree preferred. Relevant Transaction Tax experience or an active attorney license may be considered in lieu of an accounting degree.
- Minimum two to five years of progressive state tax consulting and/or compliance experience in public accounting or a combination of corporate and public accounting experience. One to three years of qualified Mergers and Acquisitions tax services/ due diligence.
- CPA or JD/active law license preferred
- Experience in Corporate, S-Corp. and/or Partnership returns
- Excellent analytical, technical, and tax accounting/technology skills with proficiency in US GAAP, tax compliance, corporate consolidated returns, consolidated state tax returns, partnership returns, and combined state tax returns
- Exceptional client service and communication skills with a demonstrated ability to develop and maintain outstanding client relationships
- Computer expertise including knowledge of tax software, technology, including spreadsheet modeling Can travel as needed
The base salary range for this position in New York only is between $126,500 and $161,288.
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Tax-Merger & Acquisition Senior Associate
Grant Thornton is seeking a SALT Mergers and Acquisitions Senior Associate to join our team in New York. As a SALT Mergers and Acquisitions Senior Associate, you will participate in innovative tax planning, consulting, and compliance skills on M&A projects for your multiple clients – all with the resources, environment, and support to help you excel. You’ll collaborate with the Tax Due Diligence team and assist on planning, execution, and direction of engagements because together is how we succeed. From day one, you will be empowered by high quality tools and resources to thrive in their role to meet client needs and help you achieve more confidently.
Your day-to-day may include:
- Maintain active communication during engagement to manage expectations, ensure satisfaction, make sure deadlines are met, and lead change efforts effectively and efficiently
- Work closely with our Transaction Services colleagues, focusing on the tax aspects of mergers and acquisitions and other transactions-related work
- Assist in conducting buy-side and sell-side tax due diligence, advising on tax efficient acquisitions and divestments, advising clients on tax efficient restructurings, reviewing taxes in financial models, and reviewing transaction documents
- Involvement in managing segments of or complete state tax exposure remediation projects, and/or implementation of state and local tax internal controls, related to transactions.
- Be involved in researching tax issues, preparing written communication in a succinct and deal-driven manner, helping clients with responses to tax authorities, and assisting clients in strategizing on the tax aspects of the transactions
- Perform analysis of a client’s tax attributes surrounding certain business events including tax basis of assets and stock, tax accounting for M&A driven transaction costs and corporate earnings and profits
- Perform detailed analyses of net operating loss/tax credit carry forward limitations pursuant to IRC Section 382 for both private and public clients
- Other duties as assigned
You have the following technical skills and qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree required; Accounting degree preferred. Relevant Transaction Tax experience or an active attorney license may be considered in lieu of an accounting degree.
- Minimum two to five years of progressive state tax consulting and/or compliance experience in public accounting or a combination of corporate and public accounting experience. One to three years of qualified Mergers and Acquisitions tax services/ due diligence.
- CPA or JD/active law license preferred
- Experience in Corporate, S-Corp. and/or Partnership returns
- Excellent analytical, technical, and tax accounting/technology skills with proficiency in US GAAP, tax compliance, corporate consolidated returns, consolidated state tax returns, partnership returns, and combined state tax returns
- Exceptional client service and communication skills with a demonstrated ability to develop and maintain outstanding client relationships
- Computer expertise including knowledge of tax software, technology, including spreadsheet modeling Can travel as needed
The base salary range for this position in New York only is between $126,500 and $161,288.
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Entry Level State And Local Tax Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level state and local tax manager job?
Employers hiring entry level state and local tax managers typically look for a degree in accounting, finance, or a related field, along with coursework or internship exposure to state and local tax concepts such as nexus, apportionment, or sales tax compliance. Familiarity with tax software and strong analytical skills give candidates a real edge at this stage, and any hands-on project or internship work demonstrating tax research strengthens an application considerably.
Which companies hire entry level state and local tax managers?
Companies hiring entry level state and local tax managers right now include KPMG, Weaver, and Grant Thornton, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. A mix of large public accounting firms, regional CPA practices, and corporate tax departments at mid-size and enterprise companies tend to hire at this level as they build out their SALT compliance teams.
Are there remote entry level state and local tax manager jobs?
Yes, though availability varies by employer and role type. About 0% of entry level state and local tax manager openings are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting broader flexibility in tax and accounting functions that can often be performed outside a traditional office setting. Hybrid arrangements are common at larger firms that maintain in-person collaboration for training junior staff.
Are these new grad state and local tax manager jobs?
Yes, many of these openings are new grad and junior roles that welcome recent graduates with little or no professional experience. A new-grad-friendly posting typically specifies zero to two years of experience, accepts internships or practicum work as qualifying experience, and does not require an active CPA license on day one. Candidates fresh out of a tax, accounting, or finance program are the core audience for these roles.
Which industries hire the most entry level state and local tax managers?
Entry Level state and local tax manager roles concentrate in Accounting & Auditing and Consulting & Professional Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because their multi-state operations create ongoing SALT compliance needs, generating consistent demand for junior tax professionals who can support nexus analysis, return preparation, and audit responses.