Ranked among the largest accounting and consulting firms in the country and consistently recognized as a Great Place to Work, Cherry Bekaert delivers innovative advisory, assurance and tax services to our clients. We are proud to foster a collaborative environment focused on enabling your career growth and continuous professional development. Our Tax Credits & Incentives Advisory team is looking for a Senior Manager with a background managing state tax credit and incentive projects and driving business development efforts within the practice. This role will provide location flexibility with the opportunity to work onsite/hybrid fromany of our office locations or remotely from within the United States. As a State C&I Senior Manager in our Tax Credits & Incentives Advisory (TCIA) Practice, you will work with an excellent team of CPAs and tax law experts. The group offers unparalleled knowledge and service in the area of tax credits and accounting methods and helps companies identify and realize value-added opportunities. As a State C&I Senior Manager, you will:
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
Posting details
Remote
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Employment type
Full-time
Workplace type
Remote
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First seen
8/19/2026, 2:10:27 AM
Last seen
8/19/2026, 2:10:27 AM
Ensure compliance with applicable professional standards, firm policies, and regulatory requirements What you bring to the role:
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 What you can expect from us:
Our shared values that foster inclusion and belonging including uncompromising integrity, collaboration, trust, and mutual respect
The opportunity to innovate and do work that motivates and engages you
A collaborative environment focused on enabling you to further your career growth and continuous professional development
Competitive compensation and a total rewards package that focuses on all aspects of your wellbeing
Flexibility to do impactful work and the time to enjoy your life outside of work