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Rea

Accounting and business advisory services

Indirect Tax Consulting Manager

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/17/2026
No salary listed
Mid
Bachelor's
Independence, CA, USA
HybridHybrid workplace; travel to assigned client locations is required, with overnight travel rare.
ConsultingRisk, Regulatory & Legal Advisory

About the job

Requirements
  • Four to five years of state and local tax consulting experience, specifically in sales and use tax.
  • Meet the education requirement for CPA certification or CMI in sales tax, or be in line with CMI expectations.
  • Travel to assigned client locations and have access to reliable transportation; overnight travel is rare.
  • Demonstrated analytical, problem-solving, organizational, interpersonal, project management, and communication skills, and solid Microsoft Suite skills.
  • Experience integrating artificial intelligence and emerging technologies into state and local tax consulting workflows to improve project execution, analyze complex tax issues, generate insights, and enhance client service delivery.
  • Ability to provide client service, commit to continuous learning, demonstrate ethical knowledge and commitment, and complete duties with urgency, quality, and timeliness.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
  • Ability to work effectively on a team and multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
  • Assist with nationwide nexus studies for sales tax, income tax, and other tax types.
  • Assist with nationwide risk assessments that quantify exposure for sales tax, income tax, and other tax types.
  • Assist with voluntary disclosure projects.
  • Prepare memoranda on state and local tax issues and the taxability of products or services.
  • Assist with due diligence projects.
  • Assist with sales and use tax audit defense projects.
  • Maintain active communication with clients, including direct client interaction within the first week.
Desired Qualifications
  • A B.A. or B.S. degree, or equivalent, from an accredited university is preferred.

About the company

Rea & Associates is a large Ohio accounting and business advisory firm offering accounting, tax, audit, and consulting services to individuals and organizations. It combines financial data analysis with industry-specific guidance delivered by CPAs and business consultants through 16 Ohio offices and industry groups such as manufacturing, oil & gas, not-for-profit, construction, real estate, government, and medical and dental. It differentiates itself through values-based client service, practical business sense, and deep client relationships grounded in its 1938 founding and broad regional presence. Its goal is to help clients achieve personal and business financial success through clear, relevant advice and high-quality, attentive service.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

New Philadelphia, Ohio

Founded

1938

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What believers are saying

  • Rea added Marc Harvey as chief people officer in August 2023, strengthening recruiting.
  • Rea won USA TODAY’s America’s Most Recommended Tax and Accounting Firms 2026 recognition.
  • Rea’s Ohio Supreme Court CAT guidance in January 2026 drives advisory demand immediately.

What critics are saying

  • A No. 77 ranking still leaves Rea behind national firms with broader brand reach.
  • Ohio concentration exposes Rea to regional client churn and talent competition in 2026.
  • Accounting commoditization pressures margins if AI-enabled rivals undercut advisory and tax pricing quickly.

What makes Rea unique

  • Rea ranked No. 77 on INSIDE Public Accounting’s 2026 Top 100 list.
  • Rea spans 16 Ohio offices and industry teams across manufacturing, government, and healthcare.
  • Rea promoted seven leaders in November 2025, signaling a deep internal succession bench.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Life Insurance
  • Parental Leave
  • Disability Insurance
  • Professional Development Budget
  • Remote Work Options
  • Wellness Program
  • Paid Vacation
  • Paid Holidays

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