GHJ
State and Local Tax (SALT) Manager
GHJ, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Summary of Role:At GHJ, our Tax Practice is comprised of nearly 100 professionals, the majority of whom have post-graduate degrees in tax, law or business and have previously worked with “Big Four” accounting firms. Our dedicated tax team is specifically trained in dealing with complex tax issues for privately held businesses, including federal, state and local tax strategies, tax credit maximization, estate planning and international matters. We work with our clients to find appropriate solutions to maximize tax benefits and savings, providing sophisticated advice tailored for each client. We also provide our clients with the added bonus of having access to tax and industry resources that highlight emerging trends and inspire thoughtful discussions amongst peers and industry leaders through our events, blogs and publications. Our team prides itself on its ability to understand the strategic vision of our clients and work toward common goals while maintaining the proper level of independence. We see ourselves as more than just tax accountants; we want to be true advisors and collaborators with our clients. Most importantly, GHJ is looking for tax professionals to join our team who want to #BeMore. With our commitment to anytime/anywhere work, our support of flexible work environments and our passion for health and wellness, our Firm wants people who live their best lives, for themselves, their family and GHJ and its clients.
You will be responsible for:
Management of sales and use, property, and other indirect taxes for firm clients, including sales tax mitigation strategies, audit controversy, sales tax refunds, indirect tax due diligence, and other state tax consulting projects.
Support other indirect filings, such as property tax filings and payments, unclaimed property reviews, business license registrations and renewals, various gross receipts and excise tax returns.
Responding to state and local tax notices and audit correspondence of any sort and draft any letters required.
Performing state and local tax research projects requiring moderate expertise.
Conducting nexus analyses for income, sales, and gross receipts taxes.
Reviewing state corporate, partnership, and individual income tax returns not requiring advanced expertise.
Preparing and reviewing apportionment analysis, state tax modification and adjustment workpapers.
Developing and training staff as it relates to state and local tax (SALT) expertise.
Possesses a complete knowledge of the firm’s philosophy and its opinions on state and local tax matters.
Maintains knowledge of general economic and political trends of possible state and local tax or other legislation that could affect the business climate.
Participates in firm’s practice development efforts through involvement w/ referral sources, community and industry activities.
Responsible for the engagement profitability — billings and collections.
Participate in firm’s committees and management meetings.
Proficiency in use of computer tax preparation, tax research, and tax planning software programs.
What we need from you:
Ability to manage state tax projects in both sales/indirect tax and income/franchise tax. This role is a general state and local tax role with a focus on sales and use tax and other indirect taxes.
Participates in career development program to improve managerial, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Demonstrate leadership and supervisory skills.
Strong interpersonal skills, including proven experience liaising with clients.
Self-starter with the ability to work independently and use good judgment.
What skills & experience you’ll bring to us:
Must have Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Tax, or a related field (or the foreign equivalent).
Must also have at least 5+ years of progressive experience of highly specialized knowledge and expertise in the area of state and local taxation, including but not limited to: 1) Minimum of 3 years of detail reviewing state workpapers and returns prepared by other tax team members, and 2) Minimum of 3 years of sales tax or other indirect tax experience in industry or public accounting.
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You will be responsible for:
Management of sales and use, property, and other indirect taxes for firm clients, including sales tax mitigation strategies, audit controversy, sales tax refunds, indirect tax due diligence, and other state tax consulting projects.
Support other indirect filings, such as property tax filings and payments, unclaimed property reviews, business license registrations and renewals, various gross receipts and excise tax returns.
Responding to state and local tax notices and audit correspondence of any sort and draft any letters required.
Performing state and local tax research projects requiring moderate expertise.
Conducting nexus analyses for income, sales, and gross receipts taxes.
Reviewing state corporate, partnership, and individual income tax returns not requiring advanced expertise.
Preparing and reviewing apportionment analysis, state tax modification and adjustment workpapers.
Developing and training staff as it relates to state and local tax (SALT) expertise.
Possesses a complete knowledge of the firm’s philosophy and its opinions on state and local tax matters.
Maintains knowledge of general economic and political trends of possible state and local tax or other legislation that could affect the business climate.
Participates in firm’s practice development efforts through involvement w/ referral sources, community and industry activities.
Responsible for the engagement profitability — billings and collections.
Participate in firm’s committees and management meetings.
Proficiency in use of computer tax preparation, tax research, and tax planning software programs.
What we need from you:
Ability to manage state tax projects in both sales/indirect tax and income/franchise tax. This role is a general state and local tax role with a focus on sales and use tax and other indirect taxes.
Participates in career development program to improve managerial, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Demonstrate leadership and supervisory skills.
Strong interpersonal skills, including proven experience liaising with clients.
Self-starter with the ability to work independently and use good judgment.
What skills & experience you’ll bring to us:
Must have Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Tax, or a related field (or the foreign equivalent).
Must also have at least 5+ years of progressive experience of highly specialized knowledge and expertise in the area of state and local taxation, including but not limited to: 1) Minimum of 3 years of detail reviewing state workpapers and returns prepared by other tax team members, and 2) Minimum of 3 years of sales tax or other indirect tax experience in industry or public accounting.
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