State & Local Tax Managing Director - Franchise

Overview

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We are seeking an experienced State & Local Tax (SALT) Managing Director to help grow our Texas Income & Franchise SALT practice. This role is ideal for a senior tax professional who combines deep technical expertise
, strong client leadership
, and a proven ability to build business and teams
. The position offers the opportunity to shape strategy, services, and middle market presence.

• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients on complex, multi‑state income/franchise SALT matters, and related compliance, consulting and controversy issues.
• Lead and oversee high‑profile SALT engagements, ensuring technical excellence, practical solutions, and timely delivery.
• Provide strategic tax planning and risk management guidance tailored to clients’ business objectives.

• Actively identify, pursue, and close new business opportunities.
• Build and expand client relationships through cross‑selling and integrated service delivery.
• Contribute to the development of new SALT service offerings and market‑driven solutions.
• Support proposal development, pricing strategies, and go‑to‑market initiatives.

• Enhance the firm’s SALT profile through speaking engagements, articles, webinars, and industry participation.
• Stay ahead of legislative and regulatory developments and translate changes into client‑ready insights.

• Mentor, coach, and develop professionals at all levels, fostering a high‑performance and collaborative culture.
• Serve as a career advisor and role model for future leaders within the SALT practice.
• Participate in recruiting, training, and performance management activities.

• Collaborate with firm and tax leadership on strategy, growth initiatives, and operational priorities.
• Manage engagement economics, including budgeting, staffing, and profitability.

• 13 years of progressive experience in State & Local Tax, primarily within public accounting preferred
• Deep technical expertise in multi‑state SALT, with strength in income/franchise.
• Demonstrated success in business development, client management, and practice growth.
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage complex engagements, and communicate effectively with internal and external clients.
• CPA, JD, LLM, and/or CMI required
• Willingness to travel as needed.

• Ownership‑track role with meaningful influence over strategy and growth
• Opportunity to work with sophisticated clients and complex SALT issues
• Entrepreneurial environment that values innovation, collaboration, and leadership
• Platform to build a lasting professional legacy through people, clients, and market impact