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Collective is on a mission to redefine the way businesses-of-one work. Collective’s technology and team of trusted advisors enables our members to achieve financial independence by taking care of everything from business incorporation to accounting, bookkeeping, tax services and access to a thriving community, all in one integrated platform. We believe in empowering self-employed people to enjoy the same tax savings that big companies get.
Featured in Forbes, Business Insider, Yahoo, Bloomberg, Financial Times, Techcrunch and more. We’re backed by General Catalyst, Sound Ventures (Ashton Kutcher and Guy Oseary), QED Investors, Google’s Gradient Ventures, Expa and prominent investors who have financed and built iconic companies like YouTube, Substack, Twitch, Box, Hims, Instacart, Lyft, and more.
About the role:
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced State and Local Tax (SALT) Manager to join our dynamic tax team. The ideal candidate will lead SALT engagements, provide technical expertise, and advise members on various state and local tax issues, including compliance and planning. This role offers the opportunity to work with a diverse member base and manage complex tax projects across multiple states.
⚒️Responsibilities:
- Manage state and local tax engagements for a variety of members, including tax planning, compliance, and consulting.
- Review state and local income/franchise, sales/use, and other tax returns.
- Stay current on changes in tax laws, regulations, and rulings for state and local taxes.
- Identify and implement tax savings strategies related to SALT for members.
- Mentor a team of tax professionals, providing coaching and development.
- Assist in the preparation of proposals and participate in new business development efforts.
- Collaborate with the tax and legal team to ensure alignment of state and local tax strategies with broader tax objectives.
🙌 What we want you to bring:
- CPA or EA required.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Advanced degree (e.g., Master’s in Taxation or JD/LLM) preferred.
- +5 years of experience in public accounting or a corporate tax department with a focus on state and local tax.
- +5 years of tax seasons experience with sole proprietors and S Corps.
- Experience with US multi-State compliance.
- Strong technical knowledge of state and local tax laws and regulations.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and project management skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple project engagements.
- Proficiency with tax research tools and software (e.g., CCH, RIA, OneSource).
Why work with us:
- Collective is the first online back office platform designed for Businesses-of-One.
- Tax is a very challenging space and you will grow fast.
- We were backed by top tier VCs.
- We promote open and transparent culture within the company.
- We’re fast-paced and you learn every day.
What we offer in return:
Compensation Range: $120,000 - $155,000 annual base salary
The salary ranges for the roles are posted for your convenience and review. Please understand that if an offer is presented, the offer compensation package will be based on the relevant position related skills a candidate demonstrates during our formal interview process.
- A remote friendly environment
- A diverse and collaborative team culture
- Stock options package
- 14 company holidays + Flex PTO
- 401K
- Employer paid Health, Vision and Dental Insurance
- 100% coverage for employees
- 75% coverage for dependents
- PC or Mac laptop + $750 Home office stipend
- Generous paid parental leave
- Fertility benefits, up to $8k
- Team events and virtual gatherings
- $600 wellness bonus
Equal Employment Opportunity
At Collective, we don’t just accept differences — we celebrate them, we support them, and we thrive on them for the benefit of our employees, our customers, and our community. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. If you’re good at what you do, come as you are. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. Collective is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.
What We Do
Collective is on a mission to redefine the way Businesses-of-One work. Collective is the first online concierge financial platform designed to give self-employed people the technology and team they need so they can focus on their passion, not their paperwork. Collective handles company formation, taxes, accounting, bookkeeping, and more.
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