Tax Manager, International Tax Services
About The Position
The Tax Manager, International Tax Services advises multinational clients across industries on tax implications related to their business objectives, recommends alternative courses of action, and identifies ways to comply with tax regulations. The role covers international tax planning, research, quantitative analysis, modeling tax impacts, and international tax compliance. The Manager oversees consulting projects, identifies planning and optimization needs, develops solutions, communicates technical matters clearly to clients, manages risk, and coordinates implementation among clients, BDO teams, BDO member firms globally, and outside advisors. The role also assesses international tax filing obligations, reviews international tax returns, oversees compliance processes, and reviews or develops tax technical positions. In addition, the Manager serves as a career advisor, trains and develops tax associates, and participates in marketing, networking, and business development. The position supervises International Tax Senior Associates, Associates, and Interns on assigned engagements, reviews their work, supports their technical development, provides performance feedback, and acts as a mentor. It also includes international tax consulting, specialization, research, compliance, tax controversy, and ASC 740-10 responsibilities.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- At least four years of prior experience in corporate tax, international tax, legal professional services, or equivalent experience through an advanced degree program.
- Experience in international tax required.
- CPA certification, admission as an attorney in a U.S. jurisdiction, IRS Enrolled Agent designation, or equivalent required.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to explain complex technical matters clearly to the intended audience.
- Strong analytical, legal research, tax research, modeling, and financial and numerical analysis skills.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to meet project deadlines.
- Ability to multitask and work independently or in a group in a deadline-driven environment while handling multiple projects.
- Ability to manage tax professionals, delegate assignments, build relationships with internal and client personnel, and contribute to team members’ development.
- Executive presence and ability to serve as the primary contact on assigned engagements and interact effectively with professionals at all levels.
- Advanced knowledge of information sources used in tax filings and commonly used filing forms, with awareness of less widely used forms.
- Advanced understanding of technical and practical issues and opportunities in one or more areas of taxation and law.
- Working knowledge of standards guiding effective and efficient delivery of quality tax services and products.
Nice To Haves
- Accounting or another business-related major.
- Juris Doctorate, LLM, MST, or MBT degree.
- Prior experience supervising tax professionals on a project or engagement basis.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, specifically Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Experience using RIA, BNA, Lexis Nexis, and/or Westlaw.
Responsibilities
- Advise multinational clients and BDO client service teams on international tax matters, including planning, structures, transactions, and compliance.
- Interpret tax laws and client facts to identify opportunities, maximize client benefits, and determine when additional internal or external expertise is needed.
- Coordinate with foreign BDO offices and coordinate international tax compliance and reporting requirements arising from consulting engagements.
- Manage client expectations and develop and maintain workplans for tax consulting projects.
- Identify financial reporting and cash tax impacts of consulting engagements and apply knowledge of transfer pricing and foreign tax regimes.
- Develop expertise in one or more international tax areas, conduct internal training, and build professional networks in selected foreign jurisdictions.
- Identify when research is necessary, analyze facts and sources, prepare detailed research reports and Written Tax Advice, and confer with the National Tax Office as appropriate.
- Assist in managing client engagements and reviewing international aspects of U.S. tax reporting and client-supplied data; identify issues and apply knowledge of international filing requirements.
- Represent clients before the IRS on contested issues, as appropriate, with guidance from senior international tax professionals.
- Apply relevant standards, firm policies, and BDO Tax Quality Manual requirements; assist with review of international tax provisions and coordinate with colleagues in non-U.S. jurisdictions.
- Train others in international tax aspects of ASC 740.
- Supervise the day-to-day work of Senior Associates, Associates, and Interns; review work product and support technical development.
- Provide periodic performance feedback, complete performance evaluations, and mentor assigned team members.
- Participate in marketing, networking, and business development within the area of experience.
- Perform other duties as required.
Benefits
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) participation and beneficial ownership opportunity.
- Comprehensive compensation and Total Rewards benefits offerings; benefits are subject to eligibility requirements.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
