General information

Name
Consulting - Tax Specialty - Director - State and Local Tax Services
Posting Title
Director | State and Local Tax Services
Ref #
2232120
Date Published
Monday, March 25, 2024
City
Kansas City
State
Missouri
Country
United States
Job Category
Tax Specialty
Department
Consulting
Office
SALT
Advertised Location
US-MO-Kansas City
Working time
Full Time

Description & Requirements

FORVIS State and Local Tax (SALT) Practice teams with its clients as they navigate the complexities of SALT issues associated with their multi-state operations. The SALT Practice serves clients ranging from start-up organizations to middle market companies to large multi-national enterprises. Whether the SALT Practice is assisting companies with remaining in compliance with multiple jurisdictions or looking for opportunities for state tax savings, we have a diverse team with the capability to assist with the rapidly evolving SALT landscape.


How you will contribute: 

  • Developing and managing relationships with clients, prospects, and colleagues throughout FORVIS to identify SALT opportunities and develop new business.
  • Managing, developing, and coaching professional staff. 
  • Leading complex multi-state compliance engagements.
  • Providing state-level support to income tax provision preparation and review under ASC740.
  • Managing state and local income tax consulting engagements including nexus analyses, apportionment / revenue sourcing studies, transaction planning, and restructuring.
  • Assisting with SALT controversy matters.
  • Identifying SALT opportunities in the areas of sales and use tax, property tax, and credits / incentives.
  • Serving as a leader in developing a SALT presence in the local market.


We are looking for people who have Forward Vision and: 

  • Ability to recognize areas of opportunity through critical evaluation and identification of solutions 
  • Excellent project management skills and ability to meet stringent client deadlines 
  • An aptitude to recruit and develop firm associates and team members 
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to adapt, be responsive, and provide an unmatched client experience


Minimum Qualifications: 

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting or Taxation or Juris Doctor
  • 10 years or more of SALT experience with a large accounting firm or large corporate tax department of a multinational company 
  • Broad SALT experience


Preferred Qualifications: 

  • CPA license and/or J.D. / L.L.M



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