State and Local Tax (SALT) Manager

WHY we get up in the morning

At GHJ we help our people and clients pursue their passions, build thriving businesses, and create a better future.

WHAT we believe

We believe that collaboration is the foundation for success. We work as a business advocate for our clients – providing personalized service and building long-term relationships to help position our clients for the future.

HOW we succeed

We are deeply committed to our core values of Bright Minds, Brave Hearts and Bold Actions and incorporate them into every aspect of our business. By living these values, we are able to meet our strategic objectives of Remaining Fiercely Independent (financial success), Meeting client demands/needs (client success), Reinforcing and expanding cultural distinction (people success).

Summary of Role:

At GHJ, our Tax Practice is comprised of nearly 100 professionals, the majority of whom have post-graduate degrees in tax, law or business and have previously worked with “Big Four” accounting firms. Our dedicated tax team is specifically trained in dealing with complex tax issues for privately held businesses, including federal, state and local tax strategies, tax credit maximization, estate planning and international matters. We work with our clients to find appropriate solutions to maximize tax benefits and savings, providing sophisticated advice tailored for each client. We also provide our clients with the added bonus of having access to tax and industry resources that highlight emerging trends and inspire thoughtful discussions amongst peers and industry leaders through our events, blogs and publications. Our team prides itself on its ability to understand the strategic vision of our clients and work toward common goals while maintaining the proper level of independence. We see ourselves as more than just tax accountants; we want to be true advisors and collaborators with our clients. Most importantly, GHJ is looking for tax professionals to join our team who want to #BeMore. With our commitment to anytime/anywhere work, our support of flexible work environments and our passion for health and wellness, our Firm wants people who live their best lives, for themselves, their family and GHJ and its clients.

You will be responsible for:

• Management of sales and use, property, and other indirect taxes for firm clients, including sales tax mitigation strategies, audit controversy, sales tax refunds, indirect tax due diligence, and other state tax consulting projects.
• Support other indirect filings, such as property tax filings and payments, unclaimed property reviews, business license registrations and renewals, various gross receipts and excise tax returns.
• Responding to state and local tax notices and audit correspondence of any sort and draft any letters required.
• Performing state and local tax research projects requiring moderate expertise.
• Conducting nexus analyses for income, sales, and gross receipts taxes.
• Reviewing state corporate, partnership, and individual income tax returns not requiring advanced expertise.
• Preparing and reviewing apportionment analysis, state tax modification and adjustment workpapers.
• Developing and training staff as it relates to state and local tax (SALT) expertise.
• Possesses a complete knowledge of the firm’s philosophy and its opinions on state and local tax matters.
• Maintains knowledge of general economic and political trends of possible state and local tax or other legislation that could affect the business climate.
• Participates in firm’s practice development efforts through involvement w/ referral sources, community and industry activities.
• Responsible for the engagement profitability — billings and collections.
• Participate in firm’s committees and management meetings.
• Proficiency in use of computer tax preparation, tax research, and tax planning software programs.

What we need from you:

• Ability to manage state tax projects in both sales/indirect tax and income/franchise tax. This role is a general state and local tax role with a focus on sales and use tax and other indirect taxes.
• Participates in career development program to improve managerial, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrate leadership and supervisory skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills, including proven experience liaising with clients.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and use good judgment.

What skills & experience you’ll bring to us:

• Must have Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Tax, or a related field (or the foreign equivalent). 
• Must also have at least 5+ years of progressive experience of highly specialized knowledge and expertise in the area of state and local taxation, including but not limited to: 1) Minimum of 3 years of detail reviewing state workpapers and returns prepared by other tax team members, and 2) Minimum of 3 years of sales tax or other indirect tax experience in industry or public accounting.

Seven decades, overriding focus: our people and our clients.

GHJ was founded in 1953, making us one of the oldest independent firms in the Los Angeles area. Ranked as a top 20 largest accounting firm on the Los Angeles Business Journal’s Book of Lists, the firm has 22 partners and approximately 200 staff members that serve over 3,000 clients. Our firm is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), the AICPA Governmental Audit Quality Center (GAQC), Public Company Accounting Oversite Board (PCAOB), the California Society of CPAs and the California Association of Nonprofits (CAN). Collaboration and maintaining strong relationships are the cornerstones of our success.

We are also an independent member of HLB International, a worldwide organization of over 250 member professional accounting firms and business advisors. This affiliation gives us access to the subject matter experts of other member firms and provides consulting and professional services in over 158 countries through its nearly 800 offices worldwide.

GHJ complies with all local/state regulations in regards to displaying salary ranges. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. Any offered salary is determined based on internal equity, internal salary ranges, market data, ranges, applicant's skills and prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications (e.g. JD, technology), for example. At GHJ, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is: $132,500 - $175,000.

Equal Employment Opportunity

GHJ is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with applicable law, we prohibit discrimination against any applicant or employee based on any legally-recognized basis, including, but not limited to: race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age (40 and over), national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), veteran status, uniformed service member status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law. Our commitment to equal opportunity employment applies to all persons involved in our operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee, including Department Heads and co-workers.

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