Senior Tax Credits & Incentives Manager – State

CBH

. Serve as a strategic advisor to clients on state and local tax credits, incentives, and economic development programs related to facility development, relocation, and expansion .

Posted 4/4/2026full-timeAustin • Texas, Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $138,800 - $215,900 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a strategic advisor to clients on state and local tax credits, incentives, and economic development programs related to facility development, relocation, and expansion
Lead and oversee large, complex, multi-jurisdictional engagements, ensuring technical excellence, timely delivery, and high-quality client service
Direct and manage negotiations with state and local government agencies related to: Cash and training grants, Revenue and development bonds, Land grants and infrastructure incentives, Forgivable and low-interest loan programs, Permit fee waivers and workforce development initiatives
Provide executive-level guidance on employment growth, labor retention, and training strategies aligned with client business objectives
Own and manage key client relationships, acting as the primary point of contact and proactively identifying additional advisory opportunities
Drive business development efforts, including proposal development, client presentations, thought leadership, and cross-functional collaboration with Tax, Advisory, and Assurance teams
Lead, coach, and develop high-performing teams, including Senior Associates and Managers, through mentoring, performance management, and career development planning
Contribute to practice growth and innovation, including development of methodologies, tools, and market-facing insights related to State Credits & Incentives
Ensure compliance with applicable professional standards, firm policies, and regulatory requirements

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, engineering, technology, or a related field; advanced degree or professional designation strongly preferred (CPA, CMI, MST, MAcc, LLM, or JD)
Minimum of 8+ years of experience in tax consulting, advisory, or public accounting, with deep expertise in State Credits & Incentives
Demonstrated success managing complex engagements and advising clients at the executive or C-suite level
Proven people leadership experience, including mentoring, team development, and performance management
Strong business development skills, including the ability to identify, pursue, and close new opportunities
Exceptional analytical, communication, and presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex technical matters into actionable business insights
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual bonus
Medical, dental, and vision care
Disability and life insurance
Generous Paid Time Off
Retirement plans
Paid Care Leave

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Hard Skills & Tools

tax consultingadvisorypublic accountingstate creditsincentiveseconomic developmentnegotiationbusiness developmentanalytical skillspresentation skills

Soft Skills

strategic advisorclient relationship managementteam leadershipmentoringperformance managementcommunicationcross-functional collaborationexecutive-level guidancetime managementproblem-solving

Certifications

CPACMIMSTMAccLLMJD