International Tax Senior Associate

Springline Advisory•San Francisco, CA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

SD Mayer, a Springline company, is a regional firm with the reach and resources of a national powerhouse. As a founding firm member of Springline Advisory, we bring expanded capabilities, deeper expertise, and even greater opportunities to serve our clients—while staying true to the personalized, high-touch service and vibrant culture that sets us apart. This is an exciting time to join our firm as we redefine the middle-market accounting and business advisory space. We proudly invest in our people with a winning blend of values, expertise, and ambition. Our people-first approach empowers our team members to thrive within a culture that supports growth, innovation, and collaboration. Our commitment to investing in talent means flexibility, professional development, enhanced benefits, and a range of career paths to explore. As an International Tax Senior Associate you’ll support global tax compliance, planning, and reporting initiatives for a multinational organization. This role will focus on U.S. international tax matters, foreign subsidiaries, transfer pricing coordination, and cross-border tax planning while ensuring compliance with U.S. federal, state (including California), and international tax regulations. This position reports to the Managing Tax Partner.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Tax, or related field (Master’s in Taxation preferred)
CPA, JD, and/or MST strongly preferred
Minimum: 3 – 5 years international tax experience (public accounting and/or multinational industry
Strong knowledge of U.S. international tax rules and global tax concepts
Experience working with multinational structures and foreign subsidiaries
Proficiency with tax compliance and provision software
Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Completed 40 CPE hours of professional training annually and has completed or is progressing toward CPA licensure.
Provides guidance and mentorship to junior team members, resolves team conflicts, and actively contributes to strategic discussions.

Nice To Haves

Experience with California state tax implications and multistate considerations
Prior experience supporting global expansion or complex international structures
Familiarity with OECD initiatives and global minimum tax concepts (e.g., Pillar Two)

Responsibilities

Manage and/or prepare U.S. international tax compliance, including Forms 5471, 5472, 8865, 1120-F, BEAT, Net CFC Tested Income(NCTI), Subpart F, and FDII
Perform global tax provision and reporting processes under ASC 740, including international components
Analyze cross-border transactions, intercompany agreements, and foreign entity structures
Support transfer pricing documentation and coordination with external advisors
Assist with international tax planning initiatives to optimize the effective global tax rate
Monitor changes in U.S. and international tax law and assess business impact
Collaborate with accounting, finance, legal, and external tax advisors
Facilitate audits and tax authority inquiries related to international matters
Assist with mergers, acquisitions, and global restructuring initiatives
Ensure consistency with company policies and compliance with global tax standards
Serve as a primary day-to-day contact for clients, ensuring timely communication and high-quality service delivery
Build and maintain strong client relationships through responsiveness, professionalism, and technical credibility
Manage multiple concurrent client engagements and deadlines
Identify client needs and proactively provide tax planning, technical guidance, and strategic insights
Translate complex tax concepts into clear, practical recommendations for clients
Assist in identifying additional service opportunities and collaborate with internal teams as appropriate
Plan, prioritize, and execute engagements to meet internal and client deadlines
Coordinate deliverables across internal stakeholders, specialists, and external advisors
Monitor engagement progress, risks, and scope changes
Prepare and/or review workpapers, memoranda, and client deliverables to ensure technical accuracy and compliance with firm standards
Ensure consistency with professional standards, regulatory requirements, and internal methodologies
Support internal quality reviews and respond to feedback as needed
Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including SALT, transfer pricing, accounting, and audit
Train, mentor, and provide feedback to junior staff
Support team development through knowledge sharing and coaching
Join external networking groups and relates firm service offerings to current clients
Communicate identified opportunities to leadership
Develop knowledge of competitors and understands the firm's services and cross-selling potential
Participates in firm recruiting events and supports business growth efforts
Adherent to firm policies, professional ethics, and confidentiality standards
Contribute to process improvement initiatives and best practices
Support internal projects, recruiting efforts, and knowledge management initiatives as needed