Cohen & Company
Tax Manager, State and Local Tax
Cohen & Company, Akron, Ohio, United States, 44329
OverviewCohen & CompanyCertified Public AccountantsOur
State & Local Tax (SALT) group
has years of experience working with issues related to multistate clients with nexus in multiple states and municipalities. Team members assist clients with income and franchise tax compliance, tax provision calculations and legislative updates, as well as consulting around opportunities, such as nexus studies, refund claims and audit support, sales tax consulting, buy and sell side diligence, credits and incentives, and unclaimed property.We are very excited about our opportunities and are seeking individuals with an entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to client service to join our team!Responsibilities
Oversee overall client experiences including deadline management/client expectationsCalculate tax effects of transactions, conduct technical tax research, and manage tax partner expectationsHandle billing/WIP managementOperate in a dynamic environment, coach staff/seniors/managers, and share your knowledge and experience with the entire teamCoordinate multiple engagement teams’ schedules and deadlinesReview the tax returns and manage tax workflowQualifications
Bachelor’s degree requiredExcellent leadership and organizational skillsStrong external and internal communication required, due to client facing role and importance of strong partnership with internal engagement teamsUnderstanding of Outlook, Excel, Word, Adobe, etc. requiredStrong understanding of CCH Axcess requiredDevelop strong relationships internally, and flexibility are required and keys to successInitiative to learn, ask questions, operate in a fast-paced environment, challenge the status quoExperience with corporations or flow through entity tax, ASC 740, tax provisions, c-corps tax, M&A tax, ERC tax credit, and tax consulting work are a plusCPA or JD required at the manager level5+ years of progressive experience at a public accounting firmExperience advising clients on a variety of consulting and compliance engagements focusing on state and local direct taxExperience conducting tax research and analyzing a wide variety of tax issues, including state tax legislation, and assisting with the compliance and investor reporting process.Skills and Attributes for Success:
Positive attitude and willingness to be a team playerExcellent time and project management skillsAbility to maintain and develop strong relationships with clients and internally to meet or exceed expectationsWillingness and ability to learn new concepts with minimal guidanceSolid understanding of challenges related to state & local tax returns including partnership and corporate state & local tax returns with attention to multistate tax issues.A practical understanding of tax credits and incentivesProficiency in juggling multiple priorities while managing internal and external stakeholdersEnthusiasm for coaching and developing team membersEstimated Salary Range:
$80,000-150,000**Salaries offered to candidates are determined based on factors such as candidate's relevant skillset, experience, licensure, and certifications, as well as job responsibilities, geography, market considerations, and organizational needs. At Cohen & Company, we don't stop at setting ourselves apart by offering competitive base compensation. As part of our 'great people first' foundational principle, our firm offers a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package that allows each employee to design a package that best suits their needs and goes beyond standard options, including time off outside of your standard PTO to recharge and give back to the community, annual discretionary merit increases and bonuses, talent development resources to tap into growth opportunities, and so much more!About Cohen & Company
Named one of America’s Most Recommended Tax and Accounting Firms by USA TODAY and one of the Best of the Best Firms by INSIDE Public Accounting, Cohen & Company offers assurance, tax and advisory services to clients throughout the U.S. and worldwide. The firm serves a broad range of clients, from privately held companies and their owners; to public and private funds, advisers and fund service providers within the investment industry; to Fortune 1000 multinational enterprises. Founded in 1977, Cohen & Company has more than 800 dedicated professionals across the U.S. and 12 offices in Illinois, Ohio, Maryland, Michigan, New York, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin. Through affiliated entities, the firm also has an international presence in the Cayman Islands and Ireland. Learn more at cohencpa.com.Locations:
Buffalo, NY; Cleveland, Akron, Youngstown, OHLearn More About Us:
Cohen & Company: www.cohencpa.comCareers: www.cohencpa.jobs#LifeatCohenAt Cohen & Company, our foundational principles offer insight into how we achieve an inclusive, growth-oriented culture that fuels the success of our firm, our clients and our people. In particular, we honor our foundational principle of “great people first” by:Championing the importance of diversity, equity and inclusion;Embracing the unique stories, backgrounds, perspectives and ideas that come from our people; andOffering a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package, which allows each employee to use the benefits that best suits their needs. Our offerings go beyond standard options, including time off outside of your standard PTO to give back to the community, annual discretionary merit increases and bonuses, talent development resources to tap into growth opportunities, and so much more!We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity of thought and background to build an inclusive and energized culture and better meet the needs of our clients.Agency recruiters may not submit unsolicited candidate information or resumes to any Cohen & Company employee without a recruiting services contract first being entered into with the Cohen & Company Talent Acquisition Team;
see policy here.#LI-PROMO#LI-Hybrid
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State & Local Tax (SALT) group
has years of experience working with issues related to multistate clients with nexus in multiple states and municipalities. Team members assist clients with income and franchise tax compliance, tax provision calculations and legislative updates, as well as consulting around opportunities, such as nexus studies, refund claims and audit support, sales tax consulting, buy and sell side diligence, credits and incentives, and unclaimed property.We are very excited about our opportunities and are seeking individuals with an entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to client service to join our team!Responsibilities
Oversee overall client experiences including deadline management/client expectationsCalculate tax effects of transactions, conduct technical tax research, and manage tax partner expectationsHandle billing/WIP managementOperate in a dynamic environment, coach staff/seniors/managers, and share your knowledge and experience with the entire teamCoordinate multiple engagement teams’ schedules and deadlinesReview the tax returns and manage tax workflowQualifications
Bachelor’s degree requiredExcellent leadership and organizational skillsStrong external and internal communication required, due to client facing role and importance of strong partnership with internal engagement teamsUnderstanding of Outlook, Excel, Word, Adobe, etc. requiredStrong understanding of CCH Axcess requiredDevelop strong relationships internally, and flexibility are required and keys to successInitiative to learn, ask questions, operate in a fast-paced environment, challenge the status quoExperience with corporations or flow through entity tax, ASC 740, tax provisions, c-corps tax, M&A tax, ERC tax credit, and tax consulting work are a plusCPA or JD required at the manager level5+ years of progressive experience at a public accounting firmExperience advising clients on a variety of consulting and compliance engagements focusing on state and local direct taxExperience conducting tax research and analyzing a wide variety of tax issues, including state tax legislation, and assisting with the compliance and investor reporting process.Skills and Attributes for Success:
Positive attitude and willingness to be a team playerExcellent time and project management skillsAbility to maintain and develop strong relationships with clients and internally to meet or exceed expectationsWillingness and ability to learn new concepts with minimal guidanceSolid understanding of challenges related to state & local tax returns including partnership and corporate state & local tax returns with attention to multistate tax issues.A practical understanding of tax credits and incentivesProficiency in juggling multiple priorities while managing internal and external stakeholdersEnthusiasm for coaching and developing team membersEstimated Salary Range:
$80,000-150,000**Salaries offered to candidates are determined based on factors such as candidate's relevant skillset, experience, licensure, and certifications, as well as job responsibilities, geography, market considerations, and organizational needs. At Cohen & Company, we don't stop at setting ourselves apart by offering competitive base compensation. As part of our 'great people first' foundational principle, our firm offers a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package that allows each employee to design a package that best suits their needs and goes beyond standard options, including time off outside of your standard PTO to recharge and give back to the community, annual discretionary merit increases and bonuses, talent development resources to tap into growth opportunities, and so much more!About Cohen & Company
Named one of America’s Most Recommended Tax and Accounting Firms by USA TODAY and one of the Best of the Best Firms by INSIDE Public Accounting, Cohen & Company offers assurance, tax and advisory services to clients throughout the U.S. and worldwide. The firm serves a broad range of clients, from privately held companies and their owners; to public and private funds, advisers and fund service providers within the investment industry; to Fortune 1000 multinational enterprises. Founded in 1977, Cohen & Company has more than 800 dedicated professionals across the U.S. and 12 offices in Illinois, Ohio, Maryland, Michigan, New York, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin. Through affiliated entities, the firm also has an international presence in the Cayman Islands and Ireland. Learn more at cohencpa.com.Locations:
Buffalo, NY; Cleveland, Akron, Youngstown, OHLearn More About Us:
Cohen & Company: www.cohencpa.comCareers: www.cohencpa.jobs#LifeatCohenAt Cohen & Company, our foundational principles offer insight into how we achieve an inclusive, growth-oriented culture that fuels the success of our firm, our clients and our people. In particular, we honor our foundational principle of “great people first” by:Championing the importance of diversity, equity and inclusion;Embracing the unique stories, backgrounds, perspectives and ideas that come from our people; andOffering a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package, which allows each employee to use the benefits that best suits their needs. Our offerings go beyond standard options, including time off outside of your standard PTO to give back to the community, annual discretionary merit increases and bonuses, talent development resources to tap into growth opportunities, and so much more!We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity of thought and background to build an inclusive and energized culture and better meet the needs of our clients.Agency recruiters may not submit unsolicited candidate information or resumes to any Cohen & Company employee without a recruiting services contract first being entered into with the Cohen & Company Talent Acquisition Team;
see policy here.#LI-PROMO#LI-Hybrid
#J-18808-Ljbffr