**Introduction** At IBM, work is more than a job - it's a calling: To build. To design. To code. To consult. To think along with clients and sell. To make markets. To invent. To collaborate. Not just to do something better, but to attempt things you've never thought possible. Are you ready to lead in this new era of technology and solve some of the world's most challenging problems? If so, lets talk. **Your role and responsibilities** As a US State Tax Manager you will be responsible for: * Providing leadership and career guidance for the development and motivation of the team. * Manage state tax compliance, estimate & extension calculations * Advising on a variety of issues including multistate tax planning, accounting for income taxes and restructurings * Researching and analyzing various tax issues including implications of tax law changes, apportionment methodology and state filing positions. **Required technical and professional expertise** * Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field * Prior public accounting advising large multinational corporations or equivalent experience in industry * Ability to work independently and as part of a team; organized and attentive to details; ability to balance multiple priorities and meet deadlines * Strong organization skills necessary to maintain complete and accurate tax files and manage tax due dates to ensure timely filing of tax returns and payment of taxes * Proficient use of technology including Microsoft products and tax applications. **Preferred technical and professional experience** * Master’s degree in Accounting * CPA or CPA candidate preferred