SALT Manager

At Wipfli, people count 

The way you think makes you different. At Wipfli, we embrace that.  

Our inclusive culture provides a space for everyone to have a voice. Our growing number of DEI resource groups celebrate diversity and champion awareness throughout Wipfli.  

We’re also focused on helping you achieve success with balance. From hybrid schedules and flexible time off to training programs and mental wellness initiatives, we take care of our team.  

If you want to be in an environment where you can grow, feed your curiosity and make a difference, Wipfli is the place for you. 

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the management of a growing sales & use tax compliance practice across multiple offices
• Provide excellent client service to a large portfolio of clients
• Ensure the accuracy and timely completion of multiple sales tax filings
• Work to improve processes, gain efficiencies and seek opportunities that prove beneficial and cost effective
• Supervise, mentor, and develop SALT associates
• Manage and develop colleague and community relationships
• Research state and local tax matters impacting firm clients
• Participation in voluntary disclosure, nexus review, technical research, exposure quantification, audit defense, and similar projects
• Provide project management support, and help manage client expectations through effective client communications, on a wide range of state income/franchise tax projects; lead and teach Associate and Senior Associate team members on these projects
• Provide assistance leading voluntary disclosure, nexus review, technical research, apportionment/allocation, exposure quantification, audit defense, state income/franchise tax return review, pass-through entity tax, ASC 740-10, and similar projects  

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance for closely related field from accredited college or university
• 5-8 years of related experience sales and use tax compliance, sales tax consulting or tax audit background 
• Experience with the state personal income tax matters, such as with residency audits or the taxation of deferred compensation, is a plus
• This position has the ability to work remote
• CPA, CMI, JD, or LLM preferred; ability to sit for CPA or pursue Masters of Tax a plus
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite applications and tax research tools

Amanda Feltner, from our recruiting team, will be guiding you through this process. Visit her LinkedIn page to connect! 

Wipfli is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All candidates will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Wipfli is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, interview, or participate in our recruiting process, please send us an email at hr@wipfli.com 

Wipfli supports equal pay for equal work and values each candidate’s unique experiences and skill sets. The estimated pay range for this position is: $90,000 to $150,000. Compensation within the range is determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to, location, individuals' skills, experience, training, licensure and certifications, business needs and applicable employment laws.

Individuals may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, subject to participation rules and based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual and Firm performance.

Wipfli cares about our associates and offers a variety of benefits to support their well-being. Highlights include 8 health plan options (both HMO & PPO plans), dental and vision coverage, opportunity to enroll in HSA with potential Firm contribution and an Employee Assistance Program. Other benefits include firm-sponsored basic life and short and long-term disability coverage, a 401(k) savings plan & profit share as well as Firm matching contribution, well-being incentive, education & certification assistance, flexible time off, family care leave, parental leave, family formation benefits, cell phone reimbursement, and travel rewards. Voluntary benefit offerings include critical illness & accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, legal, long-term care, pet insurance, ID theft protection, and supplemental life/AD&D. Eligibility for all benefits programs is dependent on annual hours expectation, position status/level and location. Wipfli offers flexibility for many positions to be performed remotely; please discuss your work preferences with your recruiter during the interview process.

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Salary : $90,000 - $150,000