Grant Thornton (US)
Global Indirect Tax WNTO Senior Manager
Grant Thornton (US), Washington, District Of Columbia, United States
Job Description
As the WNTO Global indirect Tax (GIT) Senior Manager, you’ll address, research, and consult on complex GIT technical issues for a variety of clients. You’ll collaborate with the WNTO leaders and staff and work closely with our Tax Solution Families on identifying risk management issues. From day one, you’ll be empowered by great technology, processes, and a collaborative and thoughtful team to continue to extend your technical knowledge, work across new projects, and provide excellent client service, and help you achieve more, confidently.
Your day‑to‑day may include:
Reviewing documentation and computations for client projects including voluntary disclosure agreements, nexus studies, taxability matrices, and transaction‑related analysis
Preparing written tax advice on GIT matters
Tracking new developments from state and local jurisdictions with an emphasis on covering GIT issues, and generating thought leadership and service opportunities with respect to these developments
Working with other specialty groups on issues that intersect with other federal, international, and state and local tax matters
Supporting firm‑wide and external training to enhance the knowledge of firm professionals and clients in GIT matters
Developing tools that will be utilized by our firm to provide quality service to our clients
Other duties as assigned
You have the following technical skills and qualifications:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university
CPA or JD required; LLM in Taxation preferred
At least six years of SALT consulting experience at a major public accounting or law firm, with a preference for candidates with experience at a National Tax Office and/or IRS National office
Demonstrated success in tax technical work
Strong analytical, organizational, and project management skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel spreadsheet preparation and interpretation
Ability to manage and develop staff, in a highly interactive team environment
Ability to manage multiple engagements and competing priorities
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
The base salary range for this position in our Chicago office is between $187,500 to $312,500.
The base salary range for this position in our Metro DC, New York, Los Angeles office is between $202,500 to $337,500.
The base salary range for this position in our San Jose and San Francisco office is between $215,600 to $359,400.
About Us At Grant Thornton, we believe in making business more personal and building trust into every result – for our clients and you. We go beyond your expectations of a career in professional services by offering a path with more opportunity, flexibility, and support. Our work delivers professional services through two specialized entities: Grant Thornton LLP – a licensed CPA firm that provides audit and assurance services – and Grant Thornton Advisors LLC – providing non‑attest offerings, including tax and advisory services. In 2025, Grant Thornton formed a multinational platform with Grant Thornton Ireland, offering a premier Trans‑Atlantic advisory and tax practice.
About the Team
Whether it’s your work location, weekly schedule, or flex time off, we empower you to work in the way that best serves your clients and your life. Consistent with the firm’s hybrid work model, this position will require in‑person attendance at least two days per week, either at a GT office or client site.
We support you to prioritize your overall well‑being through work‑life integration options that work best for you and those in your household.
We support you with personalized and comprehensive benefits that recognize and empower all the identities, roles and aspirations that make you, well, you.
We are committed to doing more than checking boxes in the area of inclusion, equity and diversity.
Here’s what you can expect next If you apply and are selected to interview, a Grant Thornton team member will reach out to you to schedule a time to connect. We encourage you to also check out other roles that may be a good fit for you or get to know us a little better at www.gt.com/careers.
Benefits We understand that your needs, responsibilities and experiences are different, and we think that’s a good thing. That’s why we support you with personalized and comprehensive benefits that recognize and empower all the identities, roles and aspirations that make you, well, you.
Interns: participation in medical, dental and vision insurance, employee assistance program, a minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave, and pay for firm holidays that fall within their internship period.
Seasonal employees: participation in medical, dental and vision insurance, employee assistance program, eligibility for a 401(k) savings plan and employee retirement plan according to eligibility terms, and a minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave.
Employees may be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus based on individual and firm performance, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable bonus plan or program. Interns and seasonal employees are not eligible for bonus compensation.
Additional Details It is the policy of Grant Thornton to promote equal employment opportunities. All personnel decisions (including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, working conditions, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, evaluations, and termination) are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital or civil union status, pregnancy or pregnancy‑related condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, veteran status, disability, handicap, genetic predisposition or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws, we provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause undue hardship. For Los Angeles applicants only: We consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with local laws. For Massachusetts applicants only: We do not require or administer lie detector tests as a condition of employment or ongoing employment.
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Your day‑to‑day may include:
Reviewing documentation and computations for client projects including voluntary disclosure agreements, nexus studies, taxability matrices, and transaction‑related analysis
Preparing written tax advice on GIT matters
Tracking new developments from state and local jurisdictions with an emphasis on covering GIT issues, and generating thought leadership and service opportunities with respect to these developments
Working with other specialty groups on issues that intersect with other federal, international, and state and local tax matters
Supporting firm‑wide and external training to enhance the knowledge of firm professionals and clients in GIT matters
Developing tools that will be utilized by our firm to provide quality service to our clients
Other duties as assigned
You have the following technical skills and qualifications:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university
CPA or JD required; LLM in Taxation preferred
At least six years of SALT consulting experience at a major public accounting or law firm, with a preference for candidates with experience at a National Tax Office and/or IRS National office
Demonstrated success in tax technical work
Strong analytical, organizational, and project management skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel spreadsheet preparation and interpretation
Ability to manage and develop staff, in a highly interactive team environment
Ability to manage multiple engagements and competing priorities
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
The base salary range for this position in our Chicago office is between $187,500 to $312,500.
The base salary range for this position in our Metro DC, New York, Los Angeles office is between $202,500 to $337,500.
The base salary range for this position in our San Jose and San Francisco office is between $215,600 to $359,400.
About Us At Grant Thornton, we believe in making business more personal and building trust into every result – for our clients and you. We go beyond your expectations of a career in professional services by offering a path with more opportunity, flexibility, and support. Our work delivers professional services through two specialized entities: Grant Thornton LLP – a licensed CPA firm that provides audit and assurance services – and Grant Thornton Advisors LLC – providing non‑attest offerings, including tax and advisory services. In 2025, Grant Thornton formed a multinational platform with Grant Thornton Ireland, offering a premier Trans‑Atlantic advisory and tax practice.
About the Team
Whether it’s your work location, weekly schedule, or flex time off, we empower you to work in the way that best serves your clients and your life. Consistent with the firm’s hybrid work model, this position will require in‑person attendance at least two days per week, either at a GT office or client site.
We support you to prioritize your overall well‑being through work‑life integration options that work best for you and those in your household.
We support you with personalized and comprehensive benefits that recognize and empower all the identities, roles and aspirations that make you, well, you.
We are committed to doing more than checking boxes in the area of inclusion, equity and diversity.
Here’s what you can expect next If you apply and are selected to interview, a Grant Thornton team member will reach out to you to schedule a time to connect. We encourage you to also check out other roles that may be a good fit for you or get to know us a little better at www.gt.com/careers.
Benefits We understand that your needs, responsibilities and experiences are different, and we think that’s a good thing. That’s why we support you with personalized and comprehensive benefits that recognize and empower all the identities, roles and aspirations that make you, well, you.
Interns: participation in medical, dental and vision insurance, employee assistance program, a minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave, and pay for firm holidays that fall within their internship period.
Seasonal employees: participation in medical, dental and vision insurance, employee assistance program, eligibility for a 401(k) savings plan and employee retirement plan according to eligibility terms, and a minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave.
Employees may be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus based on individual and firm performance, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable bonus plan or program. Interns and seasonal employees are not eligible for bonus compensation.
Additional Details It is the policy of Grant Thornton to promote equal employment opportunities. All personnel decisions (including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, working conditions, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, evaluations, and termination) are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital or civil union status, pregnancy or pregnancy‑related condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, veteran status, disability, handicap, genetic predisposition or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws, we provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause undue hardship. For Los Angeles applicants only: We consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with local laws. For Massachusetts applicants only: We do not require or administer lie detector tests as a condition of employment or ongoing employment.
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