State Tax Manager

State Tax ManagerLocation: Atlanta, GA (Hybrid Schedule)Type: Direct HirePresented by: The Intersect GroupCompany OverviewWe are supporting a long-standing global organization in the hospitality industry that continues to expand its footprint and invest in its financial operations. The company fosters a collaborative, flexible, and team-oriented culture where employees are encouraged to grow, innovate, and contribute to meaningful initiatives. With a strong leadership team and a track record of promoting from within, this environment offers stability, advancement, and a healthy work-life balance. The company’s mission-driven approach, people-focused mindset, and commitment to operational excellence make it an attractive home for finance and tax professionals seeking long-term career development.Role SummaryThe State Tax Manager will oversee key aspects of state income tax compliance, planning, and audit support while contributing to process improvements across the tax function. This role plays a critical part in managing state tax notices, leading compliance reviews, and supporting complex planning initiatives for a multi-entity corporate environment. Working closely with senior tax leadership, the State Tax Manager will guide staff, collaborate across accounting and finance teams, and deliver accurate, timely, and compliant state tax reporting that minimizes exposure and supports strategic decision-making.Key Responsibilities

• Manage state income tax notices including research, issue resolution, and communication with state representatives*
• Lead and support state tax planning projects including research, fact-finding, and transaction-related initiatives*
• Supervise staff in the collection, organization, and analysis of data needed for state income tax filings*
• Review state returns prepared by third-party providers and ensure compliance with regulations and SOX requirements*
• Oversee documentation gathering for state income and sales tax audits and communicate with auditors as needed*
• Negotiate and resolve audit issues and state-level examinations*
• Review and approve state tax accruals and support quarterly and annual financial reporting requirements*
• Prepare state income tax workpapers for year-end tax reporting, budgeting, and long-range planning*
• Monitor existing and proposed legislation to evaluate impacts on state income tax obligations*
• Evaluate the tax compliance process and recommend improvements with an emphasis on technology-enabled solutions

Key Requirements

• CPA or completion of all CPA exams required*
• Three or more years of state income tax experience, ideally in a public accounting environment*
• Strong understanding of state tax principles and multi-state corporate tax compliance*
• Ability to hold technical conversations and communicate tax concepts clearly*
• Experience stepping into a leadership or managerial role is welcomed*
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities*
• Proficiency in Excel and comfort with tax technology tools*
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across departments

Preferred Skills

• Master’s in Taxation*
• Experience transitioning from public accounting to industry*
• Exposure to process improvement and tax technology*
• Strong analytical and documentation skills

Why This Opportunity

• Promotion-driven opening with clear advancement potential*
• Supportive leadership with an emphasis on flexibility and work-life balance*
• Opportunity to innovate and enhance tax processes in a dynamic environment*
• Collaborative culture with strong tenure across the finance organization

Call to ActionIf you are an experienced state tax professional looking to advance into a leadership role within a collaborative and growing organization, apply today through The Intersect Group with your resume and best contact information. Our team will connect with you promptly to discuss next steps.