Manager State Tax Compliance

This position is responsible for the corporate state income tax return compliance process, both consolidated/unitary and separate company tax returns. The individual in this role will also be heavily involved in state income tax audits, sales/use tax audits, and franchise tax audits. Additionally, this position will lead quarterly estimates/extension calculations and efforts to enhance the technology of the department. This position is responsible for managing a team of 1-2. 

• Manages and leads the entire corporate state income tax return compliance process utilizing ONESOURCE.• Maintains, updates, and utilizes our state tax apportionment application built through Microsoft PowerQuery and PowerBi Pro.• Coordinates and handles state income tax audits, sales/use tax audits, and franchise tax audits.• Ensure accuracy and completeness of tax returns being prepared, through maintenance of controls and review processes.• Models and integrates acquisitions, tax law changes, changes in the business structure, and/or other tax planning opportunities.• Ability to thoroughly research state tax positions.• Assist with technology initiatives.• Lead the estimate and extension process.• Manages a team of 1-2 individuals.

• Experience and proficiency with corporate state income tax compliance, including ONESOURCE.• Analytical ability to review data, systems, and process to identify and resolve issues.• Strong knowledge of standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the accounting field.• Basic understanding of the financial markets and financial services industry.

• Minimum Required: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, or related field.• Preferred: Master's Degree • Minimum Required: 5+ years' of corporate state income tax experience.

• Minimum Required: Series 99 or obtained within 6 months• CPA Preferred

• Proficient in the Microsoft Office suite of products.• Experience with Alteryx, PowerQuery/PowerPivot and Power BI Pro.• Background in the ONESOURCE tax suite of products. #LI-JK1

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At Stifel we offer an entrepreneurial environment, comprehensive benefits package to include health, dental and vision care, 401k, wellness initiatives, life insurance, and paid time off.

Stifel is an Equal Opportunity Employer.