Associate Director, State and Local Tax

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Posted Sep 2, 2026

Remote · US Full Time
$150K – $170K/yr

Overview

This role is an Associate Director, State and Local Tax within the Global Tax team. You will oversee state and local direct and indirect tax matters, lead planning and audit activities across multiple jurisdictions, and drive improvements to tax compliance, reporting, and audit support workflows.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee state and local direct and indirect tax matters, including income, franchise, sales/use, and property taxes
  • Lead state and local tax planning initiatives and manage audits across multiple jurisdictions
  • Coordinate state income tax rate calculations with the global tax accounting team and review tax provisions and filings
  • Manage tax implications of acquisitions, including integration, uncertain tax positions, and mitigation strategies
  • Drive process improvements, automation, and standardization of tax compliance, reporting, and audit support activities

Requirements (What You Must Have)

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
  • Minimum of 8 years of experience in a corporate tax function, including public accounting or law firm experience
  • Strong experience in U.S. state and local tax, including direct and indirect taxes
  • Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
  • Experience with financial and tax systems such as Oracle, Hyperion Financial Manager, or PeopleSoft
  • Strong sense of ownership and a commitment to continuous learning

Preferred Qualifications (These will help you succeed)

  • CPA, JD, or Master of Taxation preferred
  • Knowledge of indirect tax engines such as Vertex or similar tools
  • Strong management and leadership capabilities with a hands-on approach
  • Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
  • Ability to work effectively across multiple teams and business functions

Compensation & Benefits

  • Annual salary: $150,000–$170,000, depending on experience and other qualifications
  • Eligible for a discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to applicable plan terms
  • Benefits (subject to eligibility requirements):
    • Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
    • Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
    • 401(k) plan and contributions
    • Long-term/Short-term Disability
    • Paid Parental Leave
    • Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Applications will be accepted until September 2, 2026.

Work Model & Location

  • Remote position open to qualified applicants in the United States
  • Working arrangements are accurate as of the date of posting and may change based on project and business/client requirements.

Work Authorization

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.