Mergers and Acquisitions Tax Senior Manager, State and Local Tax

Join BDO USA as a Mergers and Acquisitions Tax Senior Manager specializing in State and Local Taxation in our Boston office. This full-time position offers the opportunity to guide clients through complex tax strategies while building and managing a growing client portfolio within a dynamic SALT advisory practice.

About the Role

As a SALT Senior Manager, you will advise clients on the state and local tax implications of their business transactions and strategic initiatives. You will develop practical tax recommendations, evaluate alternative compliance approaches, and identify solutions that align with client objectives and regulatory requirements. This role combines high-level client advisory work with business development and team leadership, making it ideal for a tax professional ready to expand their book of business and mentor junior staff members.

What You'll Do

• Counsel clients on state and local tax implications of mergers, acquisitions, and corporate restructurings
• Design and evaluate tax structures for transactions and ongoing business operations
• Develop SALT compliance strategies aligned with multistate and federal regulations
• Lead client engagements, manage project scopes, and oversee delivery timelines
• Build client relationships through networking, business development activities, and strategic advisory services
• Supervise and mentor junior tax professionals and support staff
• Monitor evolving state tax legislation and provide timely guidance to clients

What We're Looking For

• CPA license or equivalent professional tax credential
• 5+ years of state and local tax experience, including M&A transaction work
• Demonstrated proficiency in tax strategy, compliance, and advisory engagements
• Strong analytical capabilities and client management experience
• Proven ability to develop business and manage client relationships
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related discipline

About BDO USA

BDO USA is a national accounting, tax, and consulting firm serving businesses of all sizes. The firm's state and local tax practice delivers specialized advisory services to closely held companies and large enterprises, helping them navigate complex multistate tax challenges and optimize their tax positions.

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