State & Local Tax Manager | Rock Island, IL
IMEG is hiring a State & Local Tax Manager in Rock Island, IL. This role ensures compliance with state and local tax obligations, maintains relationships with states and municipalities, researches tax issues, and monitors changes in sales tax laws and regulations.
You will collaborate with the Finance & Accounting Team, including its M&A function, to manage and optimize state and local tax obligations. The role also supports acquired firms' SALT reporting and filing obligations.
At a Glance
Location: Rock Island, IL
Discipline: Finance & Accounting
Ownership: 100% employee-owned (ESOP)
Travel: Up to 10%
Work Schedule: Full-time hybrid
Sponsorship: Not available
What You'll Do
• Participate with the Finance & Accounting Team, including its M&A function.
• Research, understand, and plan for state and local tax obligations, including timely responses to tax-authority notices.
• Interface with outside tax professionals when SALT guidance is required.
• Ensure timely payment and reporting of income, franchise, sales, use, and property tax obligations, or delegate fulfillment with continuous, risk-based oversight.
• Analyze the legal nature of transactions and the appropriate SALT response.
• Assist with the transition and fulfillment of an acquired firm's SALT reporting and filing obligations.
• Maintain confidentiality of corporate, personnel, and project/client-related material.
• Assist with ad hoc projects and other assigned duties.
What You'll Bring
Experience
• 5+ years of accounting experience
Required Skills/Abilities
• Ability to forecast and meet deadlines while working with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work with confidential material
• Excellent analytical and technical skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft and MS Office Suite including but not limited to Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Ability to travel up to 10% with occasional overnight stays
Preferred
• Bachelor's degree in accounting preferred, equivalent work experience may be considered
About the Team
• Finance and accounting teams supporting a 100% employee-owned firm with 100+ offices nationwide
• Successfully implemented Robotic Process Automation (RPA) to streamline accounts payable processes, improving efficiency and accuracy
• Partner directly with project teams and leadership on budgets, forecasting, and reporting
• Broad exposure across a national professional-services business, from project accounting to corporate finance
• A collaborative culture where finance is a true business partner, not a back office
State of Illinois Salary Range: $85,000-$120,00 per year
The range listed above represents the base pay IMEG reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position in the work location identified above at the time of posting. For positions available in multiple locations, the minimums and maximums may vary based on work location.
Individual compensation will be determined based on job-related factors, including the candidate's experience, education, knowledge, skills, abilities, and licensure and certifications.
Other rewards may include annual bonuses and stock ownership options. In addition, IMEG provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays, and paid time off (PTO). This information is being provided in compliance with local laws. Additional information regarding employee benefits may be found on our company website at www.imegcorp.com.
Bring Your Career to IMEG
Apply today to help support compliant state and local tax operations.
IMEG, an employee-owned corporation, is committed to investing in employees' futures through professional development programs and opportunities for career advancement. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including generous PTO, flexible schedule, and assistance with tuition reimbursement. Additionally, employees are eligible to enroll in health, dental, vision, and life insurance on their first day of employment.
Want to learn more about IMEG and our other amazing career opportunities? Please visit https://www.imegcorp.com/careers/.
