Income Tax SALT Manager

Smith + Howard Career•Atlanta, GA

About The Position

In our Income Tax SALT Manager role, you will communicate with our clients and get an understanding of their business and multistate footprint and how we can help them be successful. This will include performing various aspects of state income tax compliance, projections, preparing responses to state tax notices, assistance with SALT-related special projects, and communicating with clients and building relationships.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting/Finance or other relevant degree program
CPA license required
Minimum two years previous supervisory experience
Knowledge of basic accounting procedures and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
Ability to multi-task with excellent written and verbal communication skills
Must be able to meet assigned deadlines in a fast-paced, team environment

Nice To Haves

Five to twelve years of public accounting experience, preferred

Responsibilities

Adhere to professional ethics of the firm and AICPA.
Adhere to firm policy regarding client confidentiality.
Demonstration of professional interest in providing clients with quality services and personal attention by performing “above and beyond the call of duty” if necessary
Managing and executing state income tax compliance responsibilities.
Monitoring and analyzing changes in state income tax laws and regulations and determine impact to the client.
Primary client contact on assigned clients, especially with respect to updating clients on progress of outstanding items and answering basic questions.
Provides clients with timely top-quality service by instilling a service commitment in associates and seniors and providing adequate direct supervision at all stages of the engagement.
Assists client by advising of tax implications of their business objective and recommended alternate courses of action.
Successfully manages the planning, administration, and conclusion of client engagements.
Performs primary review of tax returns and written tax advice as requested.
Prepare/supervise preparation of tax accrual workpapers.
Reviews tax law developments and determines which developments apply to clients.
Recognizes potential technical tax issues. Works with partners and other client service team members and appropriate firm experts to manage timely resolution
Identifies and brings to the partner’s attention potential high-risk engagement issues.
Meet chargeable hour goal.
Fosters a team environment within the department and firm.
Act as a mentor and role model for staff.
Assists/teach interns and tax staff tax software and tax department procedures, as requested.
Conducts in-house training.
Develop department policies and procedures, as necessary.