Position SummaryThe Senior Tax Manager leads high-level transaction tax consulting engagements and provides expert guidance on state and local tax matters. This role is responsible for managing client accounts, mentoring consulting teams, and contributing to strategic business development initiatives. The Senior Tax Manager ensures compliance, maximizes tax savings, and drives operational excellence across projects.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities- Conduct transaction tax reviews, reverse audits, and refund claims for clients.
- Review client records for refund potential, credits, deficiency assessments, and procedural improvements.
- Prepare and review written reports, Letters of Findings, and periodic status updates for clients and state taxing authorities.
- Represent clients during audits and hearings with state tax officials.
- Conduct on-site inspections of client facilities and operations.
- Provide technical guidance on complex tax issues and multi-state compliance.
- Maintain expert-level knowledge of state and local tax laws, regulations, and court decisions.
- Manage, coordinate, and review activities of consulting team members.
- Mentor and coach staff; provide performance feedback and development support.
- Participate in staffing decisions and resource planning.
- Support business development efforts, including scoping and developing customized solutions for new and existing clients.
- Maintain work-in-process reports and contribute to forecasting and backlog management.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Education and Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Tax, Finance, Economics, or related field.
- 8-10 years of experience in transaction tax consulting; with 7-9 years of supervisory or mentoring experience
- Advanced technical knowledge of transaction tax and related systems.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
- Strong leadership and team management experience.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Professional certification is preferred.
Work Environment & Physical Requirements- Work Schedule: Regular, 40 hours/week
- Travel: 10-25%
- Physical Activity:
- Prolonged periods of sitting and computer use
- Ability to hear, understand, and distinguish speech and sounds
- Frequent repetitive motions with hands
