Tax Director, National Office (SALT-Income/Franchise)

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As a Tax Director in Armanino’s State & Local Tax practice, you will play a pivotal role in shaping state and local tax strategies for clients across industries. You will lead complex multistate engagements, drive innovative tax planning initiatives, and mentor a talented team, all within a culture that values collaboration, curiosity, and forward thinking.

Strategic Leadership and Client Service

• Lead and oversee multistate income and franchise tax engagements, delivering strategic, high quality client solutions

• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients on state tax planning, compliance, and controversy matters

• Build and strengthen client relationships through proactive communication, responsiveness, and thought leadership

Technical Expertise and Innovation

• Guide apportionment, revenue sourcing, unitary analysis, and overall multi-state income and business activity tax planning and refund reviews

• Conduct and oversee multistate tax research to support positions and identify refund and planning opportunities

• Assist in the development of tools, process improvements, and technology driven solutions to enhance client efficiency

• Monitor and implement strategies in response to new state and local tax legislation

Team Development and Leadership

• Manage, develop, and mentor SALT professionals by providing coaching, feedback, and growth opportunities

• Lead multiple client service teams to plan, execute, and deliver tax projects on time and within budget

• Foster a culture of excellence, innovation, and client centered service

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree (Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred)

• Qualified to practice before the IRS (i.e., Licensed Attorney, CPA, or EA)

• Minimum of 10 years of State and Local Tax experience with deep expertise in income and franchise tax

• Minimum of 5 years in a managerial role involving clients and team members

• Proven ability to generate leads, build relationships, and secure clients

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree (MSA or MST) or JD

• Public accounting experience, preferably with a Big 4 or national firm

• Familiarity with Power BI, Alteryx, OneSource, GoSystems, or comparable tax technology platforms

“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.

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Certain states require us to disclose the pay range and benefits summary for job openings. In Northern California, the compensation range for this position: $215,000-$275,000. In Southern California, the compensation range for this position: $205,000-$260,000. Compensation may vary based on skills, role, and location. Eligible employees at certain levels can participate in a discretionary long-term financial incentive plan, subject to plan participation rules.

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

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For Individuals who would be working within the City of Los Angeles, Armanino will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance 

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