Tax Credits & Incentives Sr. Manager (State C&I)

Cherry Bekaert • US OH, OH

5d • $142,500 - $228,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Cherry Bekaert, a leading accounting and consulting firm, is seeking a Senior Manager for its Tax Credits & Incentives Advisory team. This role focuses on state tax credit and incentive projects and business development. The position offers location flexibility, allowing work from any of their office locations or remotely within the United States. The Tax Credits & Incentives Advisory (TCIA) Practice provides expertise in tax credits and accounting methods to help companies identify and realize value-added opportunities. The Senior Manager will work with a team of CPAs and tax law experts.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, engineering, technology, or a related field
• Minimum of 8+ years of experience in tax consulting, advisory, or public accounting, with deep expertise in State Credits & Incentives
• Demonstrated success managing complex engagements and advising clients at the executive or C-suite level
• Proven people leadership experience, including mentoring, team development, and performance management
• Strong business development skills, including the ability to identify, pursue, and close new opportunities
• Exceptional analytical, communication, and presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex technical matters into actionable business insights
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment
• Eligibility to work in the United States

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree or professional designation strongly preferred (CPA, CMI, MST, MAcc, LLM, or JD)

Responsibilities

• Serve as a strategic advisor to clients on state and local tax credits, incentives, and economic development programs related to facility development, relocation, and expansion
• Lead and oversee large, complex, multi-jurisdictional engagements, ensuring technical excellence, timely delivery, and high-quality client service
• Direct and manage negotiations with state and local government agencies related to cash and training grants, revenue and development bonds, land grants and infrastructure incentives, forgivable and low-interest loan programs, permit fee waivers and workforce development initiatives
• Provide executive-level guidance on employment growth, labor retention, and training strategies aligned with client business objectives
• Own and manage key client relationships, acting as the primary point of contact and proactively identifying additional advisory opportunities
• Drive business development efforts, including proposal development, client presentations, thought leadership, and cross-functional collaboration with Tax, Advisory, and Assurance teams
• Lead, coach, and develop high-performing teams, including Senior Associates and Managers, through mentoring, performance management, and career development planning
• Contribute to practice growth and innovation, including development of methodologies, tools, and market-facing insights related to State Credits & Incentives
• Ensure compliance with applicable professional standards, firm policies, and regulatory requirements

Benefits

• Competitive compensation packages based on performance
• Annual bonus
• Medical, dental, and vision care
• Disability and life insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Retirement plans
• Paid Care Leave
• Other programs dedicated to enhancing personal and work life and providing financial protection

What This Job Offers

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