Sales Tax Manager - Consulting

Cherry Bekaert • Torrance, CA

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About The Position

Cherry Bekaert is seeking a Sales Tax Manager for its State and Local Tax (SALT) team, with a strong background in sales and use tax consulting. The role advises clients on complex tax matters and strategies, and leads multi-state consulting engagements focused on tax planning, risk management, technology enablement, process improvement, and automation. The manager works with clients and internal teams, monitors legislative and regulatory developments, supports business development, and mentors junior staff.

The position also manages multiple engagements, coordinates cross-functional teams, communicates project status and risks, and contributes to thought leadership through articles, webinars, and presentations. Candidates must demonstrate eligibility to work in the United States; the firm will not provide work sponsorship.

Requirements

• Minimum of 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.
• Must demonstrate eligibility to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• CPA or CMI designation.
• Experience in a public accounting or advisory firm.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted client advisor on sales and use tax matters, including nexus analysis, taxability reviews, audit defense, and process optimization.
• Lead multi-state consulting engagements and provide strategic 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 and communicate their impacts to clients and internal stakeholders.
• Support business development by identifying consulting opportunities and contributing to 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 negotiation with taxing authorities.
• Recommend and implement process improvements and automation strategies using tools such as Vertex, Avalara, and Alteryx.
• Manage multiple consulting engagements simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality outcomes.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to deliver integrated solutions.
• Communicate project status, risks, and opportunities to clients and firm leadership.
• Contribute to internal and external thought leadership through articles, webinars, and presentations.
• Participate in professional organizations and networking events to build relationships and enhance visibility.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and a total rewards package.
• Annual bonus.
• Medical, dental, and vision care.
• Disability and life insurance.
• Generous Paid Time Off.
• Retirement plans.
• Paid Care Leave.
• Programs dedicated to enhancing personal and work life and providing financial protection.
• Career growth and continuous professional development opportunities.
• Flexibility to do impactful work while enjoying life outside of work.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager