Tax Manager - Income & Franchise Tax

HBK CPA • Timonium, MD

1d • $125,000 - $150,000

About The Position

HBK is seeking a Tax Manager for its State and Local Tax (SALT) Center of Excellence Advisory Practice, with a focus on state income and franchise tax. The role serves as a client-facing leader, delivering compliance, consulting, and controversy services while supporting client relationships and business growth. The manager reviews tax returns, develops staff, works with firm leaders to identify advisory opportunities, and advises clients on legislative and regulatory developments. The position may require travel to client and internal meetings, up to approximately 10%.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting.
• CPA or law degree required.
• At least 5 years of SALT experience in public accounting, focused on state income and franchise tax compliance, consulting, and controversy.
• Proven experience managing, mentoring, and developing staff.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to identify advisory and consulting opportunities.
• Client-centric mindset.
• Strong presentation skills.
• Proficiency in CCH or comparable tax software.
• Ability to travel up to 10%.

Nice To Haves

• Indirect tax experience.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a client-facing leader within HBK's SALT Center of Excellence Advisory Practice.
• Deliver proactive, high-quality compliance, consulting, and controversy services.
• Review income and franchise tax returns and provide feedback to relevant team members.
• Train and develop team members on income and franchise tax matters.
• Partner with Partners, Directors, and Senior Managers to identify and pursue advisory opportunities.
• Support client and team satisfaction through clear communication, deadline management, and proactive tax-saving strategies.
• Supervise and mentor associates and senior associates on engagement responsibilities and deadlines.
• Support domestic and international team growth as business needs evolve.
• Develop and deliver subject-matter presentations and assist with proposals.
• Travel to client and internal meetings as needed, approximately 10%.
• Build new client relationships and expand business with existing clients.
• Stay current on legislative and regulatory changes and advise clients on implications.
• Engage in business development through networking and community representation.
• Uphold the Firm's culture, values, and client service principles.
• Model strong communication, judgment, and leadership to inspire the same in others.

Benefits

• Annual bonus.
• New business and employee referral bonuses.
• Anniversary bonus.
• Open paid-time-off policy for professional staff.
• Flexible work environment to support work/life balance.
• 401(k) plan with company match and profit sharing.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Accidental and critical illness insurance.
• 9 paid holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Annual performance reviews.

What This Job Offers

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