Tax Associate, National Office (State & Local Tax)

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Job Responsibilities 

• Assist with apportionment and revenue sourcing for income, business activity, and indirect taxes

• Support state tax forecasting and planning, gaining exposure to tax law and regulations

• Assist in coordinating US State and Local income and franchise tax accrual processes

• Help review State and Local tax returns under the guidance of senior team members

• Support the implementation of state tax planning for corporations, individuals, and partnerships

• Assist with tax engine consulting, optimization, and training for clients

• Focus on areas including income/franchise taxes, business licenses, sales & use taxes, property taxes, and state credits/incentives

• Contribute to thought leadership related to multistate income/sales tax legislation

• Conduct multistate research to support filing positions and tax planning strategies

• Help develop tools to improve clients' tax compliance processes and efficiency

• Provide support in identifying opportunities for business and process improvements related to SALT filings

 Requirements 

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Tax, Finance, or related discipline 

• Eligible to sit for the CPA exam

• Excellent computer skills and strong knowledge of Excel, Powerpoint, Word

• Strong knowledge of tax reporting, tax research, and tax planning on a multi-state level

• Excellent interpersonal skills and team oriented professional

• Ability to work independently as well as in groups, responsive, eager, dynamic

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Accounting or Taxation 

• CPA or equivalent credential (i.e, JD. CPA, or EA) 

• 1 year of experience in state and local tax in public accounting or related field is strongly preferred

• Knowledge of Power-BI, Alteryx, OneSource, GoSystems, advanced Excel skills, or comparable

“Armanino” is the brand name under which Armanino LLP, Armanino CPA LLP, and Armanino Advisory LLC, independently owned entities, provide professional services in an alternative practice structure in accordance with law, regulations, and professional standards. Armanino LLP and Armanino CPA LLP are licensed independent CPA firms that provide attest services, and Armanino Advisory LLC and its subsidiary entities provide tax, advisory, and business consulting services. Armanino Advisory LLC and its subsidiary entities are not licensed CPA firms. 

Armanino provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Armanino complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.    

Armanino expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Armanino employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.    

Armanino does not accept unsolicited candidates, referrals, or resumes from any staffing agency, recruiting service, sourcing entity, or third-party paid service at any time. Any referrals, resumes, or candidates submitted to Armanino or any employee or owner of Armanino without a pre-existing agreement signed by both parties covering the submission will be considered the property of Armanino and not subject to any fees or charges. For existing agreements, a role must be approved and open to external search; otherwise, unsolicited and unapproved submittals and referrals will be considered Armanino property and free of fees. In addition, Talent Acquisition is the sole point of contact, and contacting others in our organization without Talent Acquisition’s knowledge will result in termination of contract.   

Certain states require us to disclose the pay range and benefits summary for job openings. In Northern California, the compensation range for this position: $77,000. In Colorado, the compensation range for this position: $70,000. Compensation may vary based on skills, role, and location.     

Armanino has a robust offering of benefits, including:   

• Medical, dental, vision  

• Generous PTO plan and paid sick time  

• Flexible work arrangements  

• 401K with Profit Sharing  

• Wellness program  

• Generous parental leave  

• 11 paid holidays  

For positions based in San Francisco, consistent with the SF Fair Chance Ordinance, an arrest and conviction record will not automatically disqualify a qualified applicant from consideration.