Director, State Tax Planning & Controversy

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We are looking for an experienced State Tax Planning & Controversy Director to join our Tax Team. This new role will be responsible to the Senior Director of Tax and lead a team of associates who will be responsible for :

• Developing the vision, direction and strategy for firm's state tax planning and controversy area
• Monitoring and evaluating individual, partnership and corporate tax developments in all 50 states.
• Collaborating with third party service providers to manage the firm's compliance with state withholding, composite, and income tax obligations.
• Researching and responding to tax controversy matters as necessary.
• Collaborating with teams within the firm's Finance and Legal divisions to provide guidance on various state tax issues as they arise.
• Communicating with the firm's partners on state and local tax matters.
• Leading strategic projects prioritized by the Finance Division.
• This position will require knowledge of U.S. federal and state partnership tax principles; strong organizational and research skills;

strong collaboration and written communication skills; ability to engage and inspire others; and timely execution.

• 15 years of experience advising on state tax issues
• CPA or JD required
• Bachelor's degree or higher in Accountancy
• Public accounting or equivalent experience at a large company
• Partnership taxation experience is preferred

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The salary range for this role is based on national data and actual pay is based on skills, experience, education, and other relevant factors for a potential new associate :

Salary : $136571 - $232541

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