State & Local Tax Managing Director - Income Franchise

Baker Tilly • Houston, TX

10d

About The Position

Overview We are seeking an experienced State & Local Tax (SALT) Managing Director to help grow our Texas Income & Franchise SALT practice. This role is ideal for a senior tax professional who combines deep technical expertise, strong client leadership, and a proven ability to build business and teams. The position offers the opportunity to shape strategy, services, and middle market presence. Our State & Local Tax (SALT) practice is comprised of approximately 300 professionals. As a premier SALT provider in the country, we help our clients compete and succeed by staying current on complex state and local taxes. Our multi-faceted business advisors specialize in solutions that span income tax, indirect tax, property tax, employment tax, and tax controversy matters. Join one of the fastest growing groups at Baker Tilly and start realizing your potential. Individuals who thrive at Baker Tilly exhibit the following success skills – Collaboration, Critical Thinking, Emotional Intelligence, Executive Presence, Growth Mindset, Intellectual Curiosity, and Results Focus.

Requirements

• 13 years of progressive experience in State & Local Tax, primarily within public accounting preferred
• Deep technical expertise in multi‑state SALT, with strength in income/franchise.
• Demonstrated success in business development, client management, and practice growth.
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage complex engagements, and communicate effectively with internal and external clients
• CPA, JD, LLM, and/or CMI required
• Willingness to travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients on complex, multi‑state income/franchise SALT matters, and related compliance, consulting and controversy issues.
• Lead and oversee high‑profile SALT engagements, ensuring technical excellence, practical solutions, and timely delivery.
• Provide strategic tax planning and risk management guidance tailored to clients’ business objectives.
• Actively identify, pursue, and close new business opportunities.
• Build and expand client relationships through cross‑selling and integrated service delivery.
• Contribute to the development of new SALT service offerings and market‑driven solutions.
• Support proposal development, pricing strategies, and go‑to‑market initiatives.
• Enhance the firm’s SALT profile through speaking engagements, articles, webinars, and industry participation.
• Stay ahead of legislative and regulatory developments and translate changes into client‑ready insights.
• Mentor, coach, and develop professionals at all levels, fostering a high‑performance and collaborative culture.
• Serve as a career advisor and role model for future leaders within the SALT practice.
• Participate in recruiting, training, and performance management activities.
• Collaborate with firm and tax leadership on strategy, growth initiatives, and operational priorities.
• Manage engagement economics, including budgeting, staffing, and profitability.

Benefits

• Ownership‑track role with meaningful influence over strategy and growth
• Opportunity to work with sophisticated clients and complex SALT issues
• Entrepreneurial environment that values innovation, collaboration, and leadership
• Platform to build a lasting professional legacy through people, clients, and market impact

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed