State & Local Tax – Income and Franchise Tax Manager at Elevon Corporate Service Ltd in LA, California, United States (full-time)

We are seeking an experienced Income/Franchise Tax Manager to provide State and Local Tax (SALT) planning, consulting, compliance, and advisory services for multiple clients across a range of industries.

The successful candidate will manage client engagements, lead tax projects, supervise and develop tax professionals, and provide practical recommendations on state and local tax matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and direct multiple client service teams across tax engagements.
• Plan, execute, direct, and complete State and Local Tax projects across various industries.
• Provide tax planning, consulting, and compliance services to clients.
• Manage engagement budgets, timelines, deliverables, and overall project performance.
• Prepare and review state and local income/franchise tax returns.
• Conduct tax research and prepare technical memorandums and client correspondence.
• Advise clients on state tax matters and assist with defending against state tax audits.
• Manage multi-state and multidisciplinary tax reviews.
• Analyze income, franchise, sales and use, payroll, ad valorem, and other state and local taxes.
• Identify filing options, exemptions, credits, incentives, and corporate structures that may reduce clients' tax liabilities.
• Provide recommendations for business and process improvements.
• Serve as a trusted tax advisor to clients and help address complex SALT matters.
• Manage, develop, train, and mentor tax staff.
• Assess employee performance and provide feedback for engagement and year-end reviews.
• Manage multiple project tasks and priorities simultaneously.
• Take responsibility for overall project execution and client deliverables.
• Support business development activities, including identifying opportunities, preparing proposals, and participating in client pursuits.
• Travel as needed to support client engagements and business requirements.
• Required Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
• 6+ years of progressive tax compliance and/or tax consulting experience.
• Active CPA license, JD with an active law license in good standing, or Certified Member of the Institute for Professionals in Taxation.
• Strong knowledge of State and Local Tax, particularly income and franchise taxation.
• Experience managing multiple client engagements and projects.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and project management abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Strong computer skills.
• Ability to work effectively with clients and internal teams.
• Willingness to travel as required.

Ideal Background

Candidates with experience in the following areas are encouraged to apply:

• State and Local Tax (SALT)
• Income Tax
• Franchise Tax
• Tax Compliance
• Tax Consulting
• Multi-State Tax
• Tax Planning
• Tax Audit Defense
• Public Accounting
• Corporate Tax Advisory

Join our team and be part of a supportive, collaborative environment where your skills and ideas are valued. We offer opportunities to learn, grow professionally, take on meaningful responsibilities, and work with people who are committed to achieving shared goals. If you are looking for a role where you can make an impact while developing your career, we would love to have you on our team.

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