State & Local Tax Manager
Role description
From the employerRKL is seeking a remote State & Local Manager RKL is seeking a remote State and Local Tax (SALT) Manager whose
###experience### is focused on income/franchise tax but is willing to assist with sales tax matters as needed. They are also responsible for Associates’ professional development and coaching. The State & Local Manager is heavily involved in new and existing client business development and community involvement activities. They provide exceptional client service as a trusted business advisor. Success Factors
###Responsibilities### Prepare and review income/franchise/gross receipts and sales/use tax nexus studies and risk assessments to identify filing responsibilities, identify SALT risks, and ensure compliance. Prepare and review voluntary disclosure applications, agreements, and related documentation. Perform technical reviews of state income/franchise tax returns.
Interpret and advise on Public Law 86-272 and its impact on state income tax filings. Serve as a help desk technical resource for income/franchise/gross receipts tax questions from internal and external clients Guide internal and external clients on multi-state apportionment projects, including cost of performance and market-based sourcing approaches. Perform SALT due diligence for buy-side and sell-side clients.
Be willing to assist with sales and use tax matters, including taxability reviews, audit defense, and help desk questions from internal and external clients. Manage internal and external client relationships in a clear and responsive manner. Collaborate with SALT Practice Leader to develop and implement best practices and innovative tax solutions.
People Management/Relationships Take initiative to be a team player (seeks out opportunities to help others) Treat everyone with respect Develop loyalty and trust with team Successfully adapts to different personalities and working styles Proactively and effectively communicates information regarding status issues to team members Hold self and others accountable for assigned work; seek and provide continuous feedback to learn and develop in role; is open to new ideas and suggestions Business Growth (if applicable) Possesses an understanding of RKL’s business (service lines, competitors) and client service capabilities and the impact of technology upon the firm’s growth and success Qualification To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
###requirements### listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Required
###Skills### Expert knowledge in state and local tax laws and principles Excellent organization
###skills### and strong attention to detail Strong leadership and coaching
###skills### Multitasker with the ability to prioritize work accordingly Excellent verbal and written communication
###skills### with strong client service focus Strong analytical and interpersonal
###skills### Ability to work autonomously under the pressure of tight deadlines and multiple priorities Demonstrated ability to think strategically and execute, based on firm focus and future of the tax service line Working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite products and technologically-savvy Self-motivated and willingness to enhance accounting and advisory knowledge Excellent attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple projects Education,
###Experience### and Certifications CPA license or JD strongly preferred. 5+ years of
###experience### focused in state & local tax within a public accounting firm 5+ years’
###experience### of progressive tax consulting
###experience### across a wide range of industries preferred Prior
###experience### in coaching and training entry-level accounting professionals required Essential Functions Regularly required to perform manual tasks, concentrate, think, learn, communicate, sit, stand, walk, use hands and fingers, grasp, handle or feel objects, reach with arms, talk and hear Must be able to remain in a stationary position as needed The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office and on site at client locations, stoop, kneel, crouch, push and pull Vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision and the ability to adjust focus.
###job description### is subject to change at any time and employee will be given additional
###responsibilities### as assigned Salary Range: $140,000 - $150,000 What makes RKL a dynamic professional services leader and an employer of choice in Pennsylvania? A focus on people, whether that’s earning the trust and respect of our clients, growing as people and professionals, serving our communities or forming bonds with colleagues. Our people are the best of us and they fuel RKL’s continued growth and success.
Fostering a workplace culture that fulfills our team members both personally and professionally is central to the RKL mission. That’s why we offer robust learning and development, diverse career paths and experiences, abundant community service opportunities and social, team-building activities.
###Benefits### You’ll Receive: RKL promotes a recognized culture of health and offers an extensive array of
###benefits### to meet individual lifestyles, including but not limited to medical/dental/vision insurance, life insurance, flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent day care expenses and short-term/long-term disability. You’ll also receive competitive paid time off to pursue your interests or rest and recharge, and a 401(k) with employer match and profit-sharing to invest in your future.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law. It is RKL’s policy to make reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities.
Please contact our HR team at 717. 394. 5666 or careers@rklcpa.
com if you are interested in applying and need assistance to submit your application, or if you are interested in a position and believe you may require a reasonable accommodation in order for you to perform its essential functions.