Senior Associate, Franchise Tax

• Be a trusted advisor to middle market and Fortune 500 clients by providing strategic state and local tax consulting services that lower their tax rates, ensure they are in compliance and provide value across the spectrum of state and local taxes.
• Research state tax issues including nexus determinations, taxability analyses and quantification of potential liabilities
• Provide guidance to clients on various compliance matters including state tax return preparation, sales/use and unclaimed property
• Respond to notices issued by state and local taxing jurisdictions
• Work with multi-state companies to provide guidance on state and local tax controversies, including research and preparing written protests
• Assist with due diligence and voluntary disclosure projects
• Prepare memoranda on state and local tax issues for individuals, corporations, partnerships and LLCs
• Prepare ruling requests and respond to state and local tax audits
• Maintain active communication with clients to manage expectations and ensure satisfaction
• Learn and grow from direct on the job coaching and mentoring along with participating in firm wide learning and development programs
• Utilize your entrepreneurial skills to network and build strong relationships internally and externally with clients
• Support the growth and development of team members through the Baker Tilly Care and Teach philosophy, helping associates meet their professional goals
• Enjoy friendships, social activities and team outings that encourage a work-life balance

• 4-year degree, license eligible required
• Actively pursuing CPA, CMI or JD/LLM preferred
• Three (3) + year(s) experience in state and local tax, professional services firm experience preferred
• An eagerness to work on a variety of SALT projects
• Eligibility to work in the U.S., without sponsorship, highly preferred

Demonstrates expertise in state and local tax consulting, including compliance, research, and strategic advisory services for middle market and Fortune 500 clients. Proven ability to manage client relationships, provide guidance on tax issues, and support team development.

• State And Local Tax Consulting
• Tax Return Preparation
• Nexus Determinations
• CPA License Eligibility
• Client Relationship Management

• Taxability Analysis
• Quantification Of Potential Liabilities
• State And Local Tax Audits
• Due Diligence Projects
• Written Protests Preparation

• Communication
• Mentoring
• Networking
• Team Development
• Client Satisfaction Management

• CPA
• CMI
• JD/LLM

• SALT Projects
• Compliance Matters
• Multi-State Companies
• Unclaimed Property
• Professional Services Firm Experience