Tax Managing Director, National Office (State & Local Tax) Greater Chicago, IL Area + 1 more

The Company is seeking a Tax Managing Director to lead and grow its state and local tax practice, with a focus on multistate sales and use tax services. Responsibilities include advising executive clients on complex planning, compliance, audits, disputes, and transformation; directing high-impact engagements; and expanding strategic client relationships and market presence. The role provides technical leadership on taxability, nexus, sourcing, exemptions, and process improvement, while developing defensible positions and applying technology to improve service delivery. The Managing Director will also oversee client portfolios, develop senior professionals, and contribute to practice strategy and growth. Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, taxation, business, or a related field, and have at least 12 years of state and local tax experience, including deep sales and use tax expertise. At least seven years of progressive leadership experience overseeing complex client relationships, multiple teams, and senior talent is required, along with a record of generating business and expanding strategic accounts. Advanced knowledge of multistate tax laws, compliance, controversy, and planning is essential. A relevant master’s degree or law degree, and CPA, JD, or CMI credentials, are preferred; experience with technology-enabled tax transformation is also valued.

Hiring Company

Armanino LLP