Tax Senior Associate - International Tax

MGO

2d•$80,000 - $110,000

About The Position

MGO is a top 50 CPA and advisory firm of 600+ professionals working remotely and in offices throughout the U.S. and India. Through frictionless digital tools, we address the local needs, and fuel the global ambitions, of clients with activities in more than 105countries. MGO is proud to be a “Best Place to Work” and is ranked as a leader by Accounting Today and Inside Public Accounting. Job Details: MGO is growing, and we are looking for motivated, hardworking, and dynamic International Tax Senior Associate with a strong passion for public accounting and tax services to join the team. A career in our public Tax sector will provide you with opportunities to learn and develop technical skills to prep and execute returns of all kinds and industries. Under limited supervision, performs intermediate to advanced US international tax functions related to tax specifications. Employees in this job class perform as a lead by assigning work and providing guidance to lower-level associates. This Tax position is specifically looking for a candidate with heavy US international tax experience. This job class requires knowledge of IRS forms 5471, 8865, 8858, 1042, W-8s, 8990, 8991, 8992, and 8993, which would be derived from several years of experience as an Experienced Associate and the ability to assign work, manage progress and meet deadlines. The Senior Associate is responsible for utilizing research skills, applying tax foundational knowledge to understand potential tax issues, gathering client information necessary for filing, participating in tax planning, recognizing and communicating potential risks, preparing tax accrual workpapers and working with tax software applications to complete tax returns for review. Additionally, reviewing US income tax treaties and reviewing US Income tax positions for a variety of clients is required.

Requirements

Minimum of 2, but typically 3 +, years of experience in public accounting, corporate accounting and/or tax accounting required.
Bachelor’s degree in accounting OR Bachelor’s degree plus requisite accounting coursework.
CPA preferred, if not a CPA, must meet educational requirements and actively sitting for the CPA exam as outlined by the Board of Accountancy in the state of your preferred office location
Ability to be flexible in changing work priorities and handle numerous projects at the same time.
Ability to act in a responsive manner to client inquiries and requests; escalate the more difficult issues as necessary.
Proven ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Experience with US international taxation, for both individual and corporate as well as flow through clients.
Prior basic supervisory experience preferred
Prior experience preparing and reviewing tax US international tax elements of income tax returns preferred
Experience with Microsoft Office Tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook), and Adobe Acrobat
Experience with tax research databases such as BNA and RIA Proficient in all tax compliance process software including GoFileRoom, GoSystemRS, CCH Axcess, Caseware, BNA Depreciation Software, or comparable programs and standard tax workpapers
Ability to perform several tasks concurrently with ease and professionalism
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, verbally and in writing, in English
Must be able to keep client matters strictly confidential.
Must have excellent interpersonal skills and customer service skills

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of CCH ProSystems is a plus
Bilingual a plus

Responsibilities

Learning and grasping US international tax concepts to finalize tax returns and support positions in consulting projects
Learn and begin to apply growth process (participates in assigned pipeline support, COPs, etc.)
Supervises engagement (job) project management, billing, ensures QC (technical) standards
Takes care of the client (meets deadlines, timely communication)
Develops engagement team (prepares staff to the next level)
Understand and be able to explain the reasons behind the firm’s policies, procedures and practices and project management techniques.
Possess technical knowledge sufficient to supervise lower-level associates
Ensure all work papers are complete, consistent, and contain procedures performed, evidence obtained, and conclusions reached.
Acquire skills (and/or refine) necessary to develop quality client relationships.
Identify key issues facing clients and discuss possible solutions to increase quality and efficiency.
Demonstrate complete command of all firm software.
Develop a command US international tax positions and appropriate documentation.
Exhibit strong communications skills (verbal; written; presentation) with lower-level associates, management/partners, and clients.
Provide timely performance and behavior feedback to lower-level associates via verbal discussions and/or evaluations.

Benefits

Work at the forefront: Our clients are culture shapers and mavericks breaking new ground in competitive and highly regulated industries. They expect us to deliver truly innovative solutions, built on sound accounting fundamentals, and a vision for the future. That is why we celebrate creative problem solving and seek team members with passion for what’s next.
Culture rooted in human care: Our style of relationship development and service delivery is based on the MGO Way, 26 fundamentals that guide our workplace culture. With a focus on mutual trust, personal responsibility, and an inclusive mindset, we believe there is no limit to what we can accomplish together.
Where you can build something: As one of the fastest-growing firms in the nation, there is no end to the opportunities to shape a career you are passionate about. We appreciate an entrepreneurial spirit. Bring your passions, your energy and your ideas to build a meaningful experience for yourself and our clients.
Freedom to give your best: Because you know your goals and motivations, we offer flexible work arrangements, and a progressive time off policy that helps you achieve an optimal work/life balance.
Compensation you deserve: We are happy to fuel your passion with a competitive compensation and benefits package that rewards hard work and motivates you to go beyond.

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