State And Local Tax Manager Jobs in Texas
State And Local Tax Manager jobs in Texas sit in one of the most active markets in the country, concentrated in professional services firms, large corporate headquarters, and the energy sector, with openings at every level from senior associate through director. Houston, Dallas, and Austin lead hiring, where firms like Deloitte, KPMG, and EY maintain major Texas practices alongside large multistate corporations managing complex Texas franchise tax and sales-and-use tax obligations. The most in-demand specialties are Texas franchise tax compliance, multistate indirect tax, and controversy work before the Texas Comptroller's office. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Whitley Penn, one of the nation’s leading audit, tax, and advisory firms, is looking for a State & Local Tax Manager to join our team!
The State & Local Tax Manager is responsible for the efficient, accurate, complete, and timely preparation of all client assignments. The Tax Manager is responsible for the efficient, accurate, complete, and timely preparation of client deliverables, managing multiple projects, simultaneously, developing and training associates, and making associations to develop new business for the firm. State and local income/franchise tax experience, advanced technical skills, and CPA certification are required for this position.
Whitley Penn has become one of the fastest growing public accounting firms by providing exceptional, personalized service that reaches far beyond traditional accounting. In addition to Audit and Tax solutions, we offer a wide range of Advisory and Consulting services. We work in collaborative teams with an emphasis on an open-door policy, entrepreneurial thinking, and a well-built culture. At Whitley Penn, we learn, innovate, and achieve by sharing knowledge, embracing new ideas, and working together. We’re looking for professionals who think like owners and want to be part of shaping a high-growth firm.
Position Details:
- Title: State & Local Tax Manager
- Classification: Full-time; Exempt
- Department: Tax
- Location: Dallas, Plano, or Fort Worth, TX (open to any Whitley Penn office location)
- Office Expectations/Hours: In-office position; general work schedule is Monday – Friday, 8 hours/day between 8am to 5pm with overtime, as needed.
What You Will Do
- Provide state & local income/franchise tax consulting and compliance services to a diverse client base operating in numerous states. Typical consulting projects include managing state voluntary disclosure agreements (VDAs), state tax due diligence and state income/franchise tax audits.
- Advise clients on a variety of issues, including state income/franchise tax sourcing, state income/franchise tax nexus and accounting for state income taxes
- Review and/or prepare state income tax returns
- Develop, maintain, and manage client relationships and expectations, monitor engagement economics, and coordinate staffing and workflow on multiple engagements, simultaneously
- Manage deadlines and engagement budgets; keep Partners updated on engagement status
- Continuously develop technical expertise; identify and research technical issues to assure compliance with state and local tax laws and regulations
- Provide exceptional client service by maintaining an understanding client operations and business objectives; apply this knowledge to serve clients in a consultative way and to identify additional potential business opportunities
- Supervise and teach associates and interns, including delegation of assignments, detailed review of work, and evaluating performance
- Use coaching and managerial skills to enhance the development and growth of others
- Actively participate in business proposals, networking and recruiting opportunities
What You Need to Get Here
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; Master’s degree preferred
- Active CPA License
- 5-7 years of state & local income/franchise tax compliance and consulting experience
- Corporate & partnership state & local income/franchise tax experience
- Advanced technical knowledge of state income/franchise tax law, regulations and other guidance in Texas and other key states
- Strong communication skills; ability to interact with a broad range of individuals
- Strong professional presence and leadership skills; ability to mentor and develop staff
- Experience building and maintaining excellent client relationships, identifying value added services, and expanding books of business
Why Whitley Penn
Our total rewards are incredibly competitive. We work hard and recharge so that we can be our best selves for our clients. Explore some of our benefits below:
- Firm Paid Medical Insurance (Free Employee Only Coverage on 2 of 3 plans)
- Voluntary Dental and Vision Insurance
- 17 Annual Firm holidays, with extended breaks around July 4th and year end
- 25 days PTO
- Paid Maternity and Parental Leave
- 401(k) with Profit Sharing
- Discretionary Bonus Program
- Health & Wellness Program
- Pet Insurance
Whitley Penn is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to age, race, creed, gender, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Whitley Penn is a participant in E-Verify please follow the link to review disclosure notifications: https://www.dropbox.com/s/olsr5xgsgxsntu3/E-Verify%20Notices.pdf?dl=0 (https://www.dropbox.com/s/olsr5xgsgxsntu3/E-Verify%20Notices.pdf?dl=0). All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.
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Whitley Penn, one of the nation’s leading audit, tax, and advisory firms, is looking for a State & Local Tax Manager to join our team!
The State & Local Tax Manager is responsible for the efficient, accurate, complete, and timely preparation of all client assignments. The Tax Manager is responsible for the efficient, accurate, complete, and timely preparation of client deliverables, managing multiple projects, simultaneously, developing and training associates, and making associations to develop new business for the firm. State and local income/franchise tax experience, advanced technical skills, and CPA certification are required for this position.
Whitley Penn has become one of the fastest growing public accounting firms by providing exceptional, personalized service that reaches far beyond traditional accounting. In addition to Audit and Tax solutions, we offer a wide range of Advisory and Consulting services. We work in collaborative teams with an emphasis on an open-door policy, entrepreneurial thinking, and a well-built culture. At Whitley Penn, we learn, innovate, and achieve by sharing knowledge, embracing new ideas, and working together. We’re looking for professionals who think like owners and want to be part of shaping a high-growth firm.
Position Details:
- Title: State & Local Tax Manager
- Classification: Full-time; Exempt
- Department: Tax
- Location: Dallas, Plano, or Fort Worth, TX (open to any Whitley Penn office location)
- Office Expectations/Hours: In-office position; general work schedule is Monday – Friday, 8 hours/day between 8am to 5pm with overtime, as needed.
What You Will Do
- Provide state & local income/franchise tax consulting and compliance services to a diverse client base operating in numerous states. Typical consulting projects include managing state voluntary disclosure agreements (VDAs), state tax due diligence and state income/franchise tax audits.
- Advise clients on a variety of issues, including state income/franchise tax sourcing, state income/franchise tax nexus and accounting for state income taxes
- Review and/or prepare state income tax returns
- Develop, maintain, and manage client relationships and expectations, monitor engagement economics, and coordinate staffing and workflow on multiple engagements, simultaneously
- Manage deadlines and engagement budgets; keep Partners updated on engagement status
- Continuously develop technical expertise; identify and research technical issues to assure compliance with state and local tax laws and regulations
- Provide exceptional client service by maintaining an understanding client operations and business objectives; apply this knowledge to serve clients in a consultative way and to identify additional potential business opportunities
- Supervise and teach associates and interns, including delegation of assignments, detailed review of work, and evaluating performance
- Use coaching and managerial skills to enhance the development and growth of others
- Actively participate in business proposals, networking and recruiting opportunities
What You Need to Get Here
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; Master’s degree preferred
- Active CPA License
- 5-7 years of state & local income/franchise tax compliance and consulting experience
- Corporate & partnership state & local income/franchise tax experience
- Advanced technical knowledge of state income/franchise tax law, regulations and other guidance in Texas and other key states
- Strong communication skills; ability to interact with a broad range of individuals
- Strong professional presence and leadership skills; ability to mentor and develop staff
- Experience building and maintaining excellent client relationships, identifying value added services, and expanding books of business
Why Whitley Penn
Our total rewards are incredibly competitive. We work hard and recharge so that we can be our best selves for our clients. Explore some of our benefits below:
- Firm Paid Medical Insurance (Free Employee Only Coverage on 2 of 3 plans)
- Voluntary Dental and Vision Insurance
- 17 Annual Firm holidays, with extended breaks around July 4th and year end
- 25 days PTO
- Paid Maternity and Parental Leave
- 401(k) with Profit Sharing
- Discretionary Bonus Program
- Health & Wellness Program
- Pet Insurance
Whitley Penn is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to age, race, creed, gender, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Whitley Penn is a participant in E-Verify please follow the link to review disclosure notifications: https://www.dropbox.com/s/olsr5xgsgxsntu3/E-Verify%20Notices.pdf?dl=0 (https://www.dropbox.com/s/olsr5xgsgxsntu3/E-Verify%20Notices.pdf?dl=0). All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.
#LI-ONSITE
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
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What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in state and local tax manager jobs across Texas.
- CPA license issued or recognized in Texas required for most manager-level roles
- Five or more years of state and local tax experience including Texas-specific compliance
- Deep knowledge of Texas franchise tax, sales-and-use tax, and property tax rules
- Experience managing client engagements or internal tax functions at a multistate company
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field is consistently required
- Strong research and writing skills for Texas Comptroller audits and protest proceedings
State And Local Tax Manager Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a state and local tax manager in Texas?
The standard path is earning a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, passing the CPA exam, and obtaining a Texas CPA license through the Texas State Board of Public Accountancy. Most managers spend several years in a state and local tax practice at a public accounting firm or in a corporate tax department before stepping into a management role. Specializing early in Texas franchise tax or indirect tax, and gaining experience before the Texas Comptroller's office, accelerates the path considerably.
How much do state and local tax managers make in Texas?
State and local tax managers in Texas earn a median of about $80,920 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $53,380 for the lowest 10% to over $132,040 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire state and local tax managers in Texas?
Employers hiring state and local tax managers in Texas right now include Weaver, BDO, and Whitley Penn, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Texas's large corporate headquarters base and the size of its Big Four and regional public accounting practices make it one of the more consistent states for SALT hiring throughout the year.
Which Texas cities have the most state and local tax manager jobs?
Houston, Dallas, and Fort Worth have the most state and local tax manager openings in Texas. Houston leads because of its concentration of energy companies and large corporate tax departments, Dallas draws heavily from financial services and multistate retailers headquartered in the Metroplex, and Austin's growing tech sector and state agency proximity create steady demand, particularly for managers with Texas franchise tax and indirect tax backgrounds.
Are there remote state and local tax manager jobs in Texas?
Yes, and more than most fields, since state and local tax work is primarily analytical and research-driven. About 0% of state and local tax manager openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the desk-based nature of compliance, research, and controversy work. Client-facing roles at public accounting firms tend toward hybrid arrangements, while in-house corporate tax manager positions are the most likely to offer fully remote flexibility.
How can I get hired as a state and local tax manager in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry point is joining a Big Four or large regional firm in Texas, such as a Houston or Dallas office of Deloitte, PwC, or RSM, in a staff or senior associate role within their SALT practice. These firms run structured associate programs that develop Texas-specific technical skills from the ground up. Lateral moves from general corporate tax, audit, or Big Four federal tax roles are common, and earning a Texas CPA license early signals serious commitment to Texas hiring managers.
Where can I find and apply to state and local tax manager jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to state and local tax manager jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings. Search the listings, find roles that match your background and location preferences, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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