State & Local Tax Manager Jobs

Explore State and Local Tax (SALT) Manager jobs for experienced tax professionals ready to lead multistate compliance, advise on tax strategy, and help organizations navigate complex state and local regulations. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more, including roles at corporations, accounting firms, and other organizations.

What Does a State & Local Tax Manager Do?

State & Local Tax Managers oversee an organization’s state and local tax obligations across jurisdictions. They may manage income, franchise, sales and use, gross receipts, property, and other indirect tax matters. Typical responsibilities include reviewing returns, coordinating audits, researching legislation, identifying tax risks and opportunities, and advising finance and business teams on the tax impact of operational decisions.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field, along with significant tax experience. A CPA, Master of Taxation, or other advanced credential may be preferred. Strong candidates bring knowledge of multistate tax rules, excellent research and analytical skills, experience with tax technology, and the ability to communicate complex guidance to executives and cross-functional teams.

Career Outlook and Opportunities

SALT Managers can build careers in corporate tax departments, public accounting, consulting, and financial services. Specialties such as indirect tax, state income tax, controversy, and tax technology can help shape career paths. Depending on the organization, these roles may lead to director-level tax positions or broader tax leadership responsibilities.

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$109K - $156K *

Lead the U.S. indirect tax strategy, ensuring compliance and providing expert guidance. Collaborate across teams to manage audits, analyze tax implications, and drive process improvements, contributin...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$94K - $134K *

Join a team that's driving innovative indirect tax strategies and compliance. Collaborate across functions to manage audits, provide technical guidance, and enhance tax operations while ensuring align...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$94K - $134K *

Elevate your career by driving indirect tax strategy and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage audits, provide technical guidance, and optimize tax operations, ensuring sustain...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $141K *

Unlock tax strategies and compliance as a key expert in indirect tax matters. Collaborate across teams to manage audits, provide guidance, and drive improvements in tax operations, ensuring alignment...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$109K - $156K *

Join a dynamic team as a key technical expert in indirect tax strategy and compliance. Collaborate across functions to manage audits, provide tax guidance, and drive process improvements, ensuring sus...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $141K *

Elevate your career by managing complex indirect tax strategies and compliance. Collaborate across teams to drive improvements, support audits, and provide expert guidance on tax implications for busi...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $180K *

Shape the future of indirect tax by leading complex advisory and compliance engagements. Collaborate with partners and clients across industries, mentor emerging leaders, and drive practice growth in...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$160K - $190K *

Join a dynamic tax team to develop and implement strategies for infrastructure initiatives, advising partners on US indirect tax implications while ensuring compliance and optimizing processes across...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$108K - $130K *

Lead the charge in corporate tax compliance and planning, managing complex tasks while collaborating with the tax team to provide strategic business advisory and support for audits and financial proce...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $321K *

Accelerate your career by leading multinational VAT strategies, guiding clients through complex Indirect Tax landscapes, and driving innovation via technology and collaborative solutions as part of a...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Drive customer success by managing relationships, ensuring compliance, and identifying growth opportunities. Leverage your expertise to enhance customer satisfaction and build scalable systems in a dy...

Friendly, WVRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in customer engagement by managing compliance outcomes for a portfolio, ensuring retention and growth. Foster relationships, identify risks, and create scalable systems to enhance cust...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of multi-state tax solutions by providing expert client service, managing complex tax issues, and mentoring staff while driving business development in a dynamic environment...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$68K - $102K *

Contribute to the delivery of Canadian indirect tax compliance services, managing client data and preparing accurate tax returns. Collaborate with teams to enhance operational efficiency and support c...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $180K *

Drive international indirect tax compliance and strategy across multiple jurisdictions, ensuring accurate registrations, audits, and integrations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance ta...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $185K *

Develop and oversee the Canadian indirect tax function, ensuring compliance and strategic guidance across leasing operations. Lead implementation of tax technology solutions and establish a scalable f...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$68K - $102K *

Unlock your potential as a Senior Analyst in Indirect Tax Recovery, collaborating across teams to deliver comprehensive tax solutions for public sector clients, while enhancing your expertise in a dyn...

Burlington, ONIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$84K - $140K *

Shape the future of tax strategy by leading innovative corporate investment engagements. Foster relationships with clients, mentor team members, and deliver high-quality training to excel in an intern...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $225K *

Champion the global indirect tax strategy, ensuring compliance and governance across diverse jurisdictions while driving automation and risk management initiatives to support business growth and objec...

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Empower client relationships by managing outsourcing engagements, optimizing processes, and leading a team. Drive operational excellence and identify new opportunities for service expansion while ensu...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$235K - $250K *

Elevate indirect tax operations by leading a high-performing team, driving automation, and implementing strategic compliance solutions across multiple jurisdictions to support rapid growth and enhance...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$225K - $245K *

Pioneer the future of indirect tax operations by leading a high-performing team, driving automation, and implementing innovative strategies to ensure compliance and efficiency across diverse jurisdict...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$84K - $140K *

Shape the future of tax strategy as a key team leader driving M&A transactions. Collaborate with professionals to execute tax efficient solutions, manage projects, and provide expert advice in a dynam...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$140K - $165K *

Join a dynamic team to lead global indirect tax operations, ensuring compliance and driving innovative solutions. Collaborate across functions to shape tax strategy and enhance processes in a fast-pac...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $165K *

Lead the charge in global indirect tax operations, ensuring compliance and strategic alignment across jurisdictions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovative solutions and enhance t...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a State & Local Tax Manager do?question toggle

    A State & Local Tax Manager leads or supports an organization’s tax compliance and planning across state and local jurisdictions. Responsibilities may include overseeing tax returns, managing audits, researching regulatory changes, assessing exposure, and advising business partners.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for State & Local Tax Manager jobs?question toggle

    Many positions require a degree in accounting, finance, or a related field and substantial tax experience. Employers may prefer a CPA or advanced tax degree, along with expertise in multistate tax rules, tax research, and relevant software.

  • How much do State & Local Tax Managers earn?question toggle

    Compensation varies by location, employer, industry, and experience. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, so candidates can explore senior opportunities in this salary range.

  • Where can State & Local Tax Managers work?question toggle

    They work in corporate tax departments, public accounting and consulting firms, financial services organizations, and other businesses with multistate operations.

  • What career paths can follow a State & Local Tax Manager role?question toggle

    Experienced managers may advance to senior manager, director of state and local tax, or broader tax leadership roles. Some specialize in areas such as indirect tax, tax controversy, multistate income tax, or tax technology.