Sales & Use Tax Manager, State & Local Tax Consulting

Crowe•Tampa, FL

About The Position

As a Sales & Use Tax Manager, you will lead the preparation, review, and delivery of indirect tax compliance and consulting services for multi-state clients. You will work closely with Senior Managers, Directors, and client leadership to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant deliverables while managing client relationships, mentoring team members, and driving process improvements. This role emphasizes technical leadership, project management, and team development, with opportunities to contribute to practice growth and strategic initiatives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field preferred
CPA, CMI, JD, or LLM required
5 years of public accounting experience, with a strong focus on Sales & Use Tax compliance
Strong hands-on experience using ONESOURCE Indirect Tax or equivalent sales tax compliance software
Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and engagements
Advanced Excel skills and experience working with large data sets
Proven ability to lead teams, review staff work, and mentor junior professionals
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with clients and internal leadership
Detail-oriented, analytical, and solutions-focused mindset
Uphold Crowe’s values of Care, Trust, Courage, and Stewardship
Act ethically and with integrity at all times

Responsibilities

Manage and review sales and use tax returns for multi-state clients, including monthly, quarterly, and annual filings
Oversee transactional data analysis to ensure proper taxability, sourcing, and rate application
Review reconciliations of sales and purchase data to general ledger and other source systems
Lead exemption certificate review, validation, and management processes
Research and interpret complex state and local sales/use tax rules, including nexus, taxability, exemptions, and emerging legislation
Identify client exposure areas, process inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement; communicate recommendations to leadership and clients
Manage sales/use tax audits, including coordinating data requests, preparing responses, and interacting with taxing authorities
Review workpapers and supporting documentation to ensure compliance with firm standards and regulatory requirements
Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, providing guidance on indirect tax matters and maintaining strong client relationships
Coordinate and manage engagement timelines, deliverables, and staff assignments across multiple projects
Mentor, train, and review the work of Senior Associates and Associates, providing ongoing feedback and development support
Utilize tax compliance software and data tools (e.g., Vertex, Avalara, OneSource, or similar) to improve efficiency and accuracy
Assist with process improvement initiatives, technology implementation, and practice development efforts