State and Local Tax - Associate II
Bengaluru
Tax – Specialized Tax Services (STS) - SALT /
Full-time /
On-site
BPM Overview:
What does BPM stand for? Innovation, opportunity, community, diversity, inclusivity, flexibility and so much more. BPM stands for “Because People Matter,” because at our core, our people drive everything we do and how we do it. We are a forward-thinking, full-service accounting firm providing modern solutions to businesses across the globe. We focus on comprehensive assurance, tax, and consulting services for our clients, and we provide our people and our community with the resources to lead meaningful and purposeful lives.
While we are one of the largest California-based accounting firms, our flexible work locations and schedules mean we have professionals across the continent. Our teams and our clients drive us to provide quality services and ignite unique insights and ideas that contribute to our continued success. Our clients come from different backgrounds and industries, which keep our people intellectually challenged every day.
BPM India Advisory Service Private Limited - Formerly known as “Burr Pilger Mayer India Private Limited”. (BPM India) is a subsidiary of BPM LLP. Founded in 1986, BPM is one of the largest California-based accounting and consulting firms, ranking in the top 50 in the country. With 17 different office locations, BPM serves emerging and mid-cap businesses as well as high-net-worth individuals in a broad range of industries, including financial services, technology, life science, manufacturing, food, wine and craft brewing, automotive, nonprofits, real estate and construction. The Firm’s International Tax Practice is one of the largest on the West Coast and its well-recognized SEC practice serves approximately 35 public reporting companies, mostly in the technology industry.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare and review U.S. state and local income/franchise tax returns and related workpapers.
- Conduct research and analysis on state tax laws, regulations, and case law to support client positions.
- Assist clients with state tax audits, notices, and appeals.
- Track and manage state tax notices.
- Prepare response letters and forms for state tax notices.
- Assist the Senior Manager and Team in resolving state tax notices.
- Communicate with state tax departments to follow up on notices and inquiries.
- Identify and implement tax planning strategies to minimize state tax liabilities.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including federal tax, international tax, and transfer pricing.
- Stay current on state tax developments and communicate relevant changes to clients and internal teams.
- Ensure timely and accurate delivery of client work in accordance with firm quality standards.
- Mandatory in-office presence at least three days a week.
You will (job responsibilities):
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field; CA, CPA, EA, or equivalent qualification preferred.
- 2.5–4 years of relevant experience in U.S. state and local tax compliance and consulting.
- Strong understanding of U.S. SALT concepts, including nexus, apportionment, and unitary filings.
- Experience with tax software such as GoSystem, OneSource, or Corptax is a plus.
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
