State and Local Tax Senior Associate - Income Tax

Sensiba • Dudleyville, AZ

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About The Position

We are seeking an experienced and motivated State and Local Tax (SALT) Senior Associate with an emphasis in Income Tax to join our growing SALT practice. This role offers the opportunity to work with a collaborative and technically strong team focused on delivering high-quality client service and innovative tax solutions.

The SALT Senior Associate will play an integral role in preparing and reviewing multistate income, franchise, and gross receipts tax returns for corporate and pass-through entities. This individual will also assist with state and local tax audits, perform nexus analyses, and conduct technical tax research. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, intellectually curious, and eager to expand their technical expertise while contributing to the continued growth of the SALT practice.

Requirements

• Strong technical knowledge of state and local income, franchise, and gross receipts taxes for corporate and pass-through entities.
• Ability to assess state tax implications across different industries and business structures.
• Strong tax research, analytical, and critical thinking skills with the ability to interpret complex tax regulations.
• Excellent technical writing and documentation skills for preparing clear tax memos and workpapers.
• Strong project management and deadline management skills in a fast-paced environment.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy when working with complex tax filings and calculations.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills for collaborating with clients and internal teams.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple engagements simultaneously.
• Proficiency with tax and accounting technologies such as: Microsoft Office Suite CCH Axcess Tax CCH Engagement Checkpoint or BNA Tax Research tools AI-assisted research tools such as CoCounsel

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and finalize state and local income, franchise, and gross receipts tax returns for multistate corporate and pass-through entities.
• Identify and analyze state filing requirements and nexus exposure, including considerations related to due process and the commerce clause.
• Perform business activity tax nexus analyses to determine where income or gross receipts tax filings are required.
• Conduct technical state and local tax research using statutes, regulations, and administrative guidance to support tax positions.
• Assist with state and local tax audits, including responding to inquiries and supporting documentation requests.
• Document technical conclusions, calculations, and research findings in clear, audit-ready workpapers and client deliverables.
• Manage assigned SALT workstreams within client engagements, including tracking open items, coordinating data requests, and meeting filing deadlines.
• Communicate with clients primarily through phone and email to gather information, clarify tax matters, and deliver updates.
• Identify opportunities to improve client service delivery and engagement efficiency.
• Participate in internal and external training programs to continuously develop technical tax knowledge.
• Handle technically challenging tax projects while ensuring compliance with firm policies and quality control standards.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, dental, and vision.
• Retirement & Financial Planning Support – 401(k) with match, financial wellness programs.
• Generous Paid Time Off – Vacation, sick time, holidays, parental leave and volunteer days.
• Flexible Work Arrangements – Hybrid or remote options, flexible hours.
• Performance-Based Bonus – Recognition for your contributions through discretionary bonuses.
• Professional Development Opportunities – Tuition reimbursement, certifications, mentorship.
• Career Growth & Internal Mobility – Clear paths for advancement and role transitions.
• Inclusive & Supportive Culture – DEI initiatives, employee resource groups, wellness programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed