Sales Tax Manager - Consulting
About The Position
Cherry Bekaert is seeking a Sales Tax Manager for its State and Local Tax (SALT) team. The role focuses on sales and use tax consulting, advising clients on complex tax matters, strategic planning, risk mitigation, and process optimization. The manager will lead multi-state consulting engagements, collaborate with clients and internal teams, identify opportunities for tax savings and automation, and keep stakeholders informed about legislative and regulatory developments. The position also supports business development, contributes to thought leadership, and mentors junior staff. The role includes conducting taxability and nexus studies, advising on the tax implications of business changes and technology implementations, and assisting with audit defense and controversy resolution. The manager will oversee multiple engagements and coordinate cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality work. Candidates should have at least five years of progressive sales and use tax consulting experience and strong knowledge of multi-state tax laws.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- At least 5 years of progressive experience in sales and use tax consulting, preferably in a public accounting or advisory firm.
- Strong technical knowledge of multi-state sales and use tax laws and regulations.
- Experience with tax automation tools such as Vertex, Avalara, and Alteryx, and with ERP systems.
- Excellent communication, project management, and client service skills.
- Proven ability to lead teams and manage complex engagements.
- Eligibility to work in the United States.
Nice To Haves
- CPA or CMI designation.
Responsibilities
- Advise clients on sales and use tax matters, including nexus analysis, taxability reviews, audit defense, and process optimization.
- Lead multi-state consulting engagements and provide guidance on tax planning, risk management, and technology enablement.
- Identify opportunities for tax savings, process improvements, and automation with clients and internal teams.
- Monitor legislative and regulatory developments affecting sales and use tax and communicate their impact.
- Identify consulting opportunities and contribute to business development proposals and presentations.
- Mentor and develop junior staff.
- Conduct taxability and nexus studies across jurisdictions.
- Advise clients on sales tax implications of business expansions, restructurings, and system implementations.
- Assist with audit defense and controversy resolution, including negotiations with taxing authorities.
- Recommend and implement process improvements and automation using tools such as Vertex, Avalara, and Alteryx.
- Manage multiple consulting engagements, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality outcomes.
- Coordinate cross-functional teams to deliver integrated solutions.
- Communicate project status, risks, and opportunities to clients and firm leadership.
- Contribute to thought leadership through articles, webinars, and presentations.
- Participate in professional organizations and networking events.
Benefits
- Annual bonus
- Medical, dental, and vision care
- Disability and life insurance
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Retirement plans
- Paid Care Leave
- Other programs supporting personal and work life and providing financial protection
- Competitive compensation and a total rewards package focused on wellbeing
- Career growth and continuous professional development opportunities
- Flexible work arrangements
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
