State and Local Tax Manager- M&A Focused

Overview

Baker Tilly is a leading advisory, tax, and assurance firm with a global presence across major U.S. regions and key international financial centers.

• Conduct due diligence for buy‑side and sell‑side transactions, focusing on state & local tax implications.
• Interact directly with Partners and the Federal M&A team on client and engagement management topics.
• Review and analyze the state/local tax aspects of acquisition and merger agreements; draft tax opinion letters, memoranda, and advisory reports.
• Identify and analyze state & local tax risks and opportunities, and advise on alternative strategies for acquisitions, dispositions, and restructuring.
• Review, assess, and advise clients on state/local tax computations reflected in financial models, and assist with quantitative and qualitative tax analysis of transaction projections.
• Gather data, review documents, and analyze reports; conduct research and financial analysis of target companies.
• Address issues and questions for internal clients and prospective clients, and communicate with key stakeholders throughout the transaction.
• Assist with quantification of potential liabilities and voluntary disclosure projects; provide negotiation support.
• Communicate with business owners to ensure delivery of exceptional client service.
• Manage a team of associates and senior associates on engagements, ensuring developmental growth and high‑quality work.
• Assist with client engagement staffing, billings/collections, and ensure client profitability targets are met.
• Network and build relationships internally and externally to support business development and community engagement.
• Invest in professional development through firm‑wide learning programs and support the growth of team members through the Baker Tilly Care & Teach philosophy.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (Master’s or advanced degree preferred).
• CPA or JD/LLM required.
• Five (5) or more years of state and local tax experience; experience at a professional services firm preferred.
• Two (2) or more years of supervisory experience, including mentoring and counseling associates.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and supervise others while delivering exceptional client service.
• Strong commitment to continuous learning and staying current with applicable strategies and regulatory developments.
• Excellent analytical, ethical, and communication skills with a sense of urgency and dedication to quality and timely project completion.
• Eligibility to work in the U.S. without sponsorship (highly preferred).

For California, Colorado, New York, and Washington, the compensation range is $86,220 to $182,770. Actual compensation is influenced by factors such as skills, experience, qualifications, and geographic location.

Baker Tilly is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable federal, state or local law.

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