Sales & Use Tax Manager

BMSS, LLC•Adamsville, AL

23h

About The Position

We're seeking an experienced Sales & Use Tax Manager to join our growing State & Local Tax (SALT) practice. In this role, you'll partner with clients across a variety of industries to navigate the complexities of multistate sales and use tax compliance, planning, and controversy matters. You'll serve as a trusted advisor, helping businesses manage risk, identify opportunities, and stay ahead of an ever-changing tax landscape. This role offers a blend of technical consulting, client relationship management, and team leadership, making it an excellent opportunity for a professional who enjoys solving complex tax challenges while building meaningful client relationships. If you're energized by helping clients navigate difficult tax issues, mentoring team members, and contributing to the growth of a specialized practice, we'd love to hear from you.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
5+ years of sales and use tax experience in public accounting or a combination of public accounting and industry/government
Strong technical knowledge of multistate sales and use tax laws, regulations, and compliance requirements
Experience managing audits, voluntary disclosure agreements (VDAs), and state and local tax controversy matters
Strong tax research skills and experience utilizing tax research databases and compliance software
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain complex tax concepts to clients and colleagues
Demonstrated project management skills with the ability to manage multiple engagements and deadlines simultaneously
Experience supervising, mentoring, and developing professional staff
Proven ability to build client relationships and contribute to business development efforts

Nice To Haves

CPA license or CMI-Sales Tax (Certified Member of the Institute for Professionals in Taxation) designation
Experience with indirect tax automation solutions such as Avalara, Vertex, or similar platforms
Familiarity with ERP and accounting systems
Experience supporting mergers, acquisitions, and business restructuring projects from a sales and use tax perspective
Prior experience in a client-facing advisory environment

Responsibilities

Lead multistate sales and use tax compliance engagements, including preparation and review of returns across multiple jurisdictions
Advise clients on sales and use tax nexus, taxability determinations, transaction structuring, and indirect tax planning opportunities
Manage sales and use tax audits, assessments, and controversy matters with state and local taxing authorities
Conduct voluntary disclosure agreements (VDAs), refund studies, and recovery reviews to identify savings opportunities and reduce risk
Assist clients in evaluating the sales and use tax implications of mergers, acquisitions, and business restructuring initiatives
Research and interpret evolving state and local tax laws, regulations, and court decisions and communicate their impact to clients and team members
Serve as a trusted advisor to clients by providing practical solutions to complex indirect tax challenges
Develop proposals, presentations, and thought leadership content that support client service and practice growth
Build and maintain strong client relationships while identifying opportunities to expand advisory services
Mentor, train, and review the work of associates and senior staff, supporting their professional growth and development
Collaborate with firm leadership to strengthen and grow the State & Local Tax practice