Tax Principal – International Focus

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in California, +2 more states.

📋 Description

• Offer consultative and compliance guidance in U.S. international tax, encompassing both inbound and outbound planning and structuring.

• Function as a primary international tax authority and resource for firm leadership and staff members.

• Review and approve U.S. federal tax returns, including those with intricate international elements.

• Cultivate and enhance client relationships, guaranteeing exceptional service and establishing trusted advisor status.

• Spearhead strategy, profitability, and growth initiatives for the international tax practice.

• Collaborate across various service lines to assist international clients effectively.

• Mentor and nurture team members through coaching, constructive feedback, and technical support.

• Engage in business development activities, aiming for an annual target of around $100K.

• Remain updated on changing international tax regulations and relay pertinent updates to clients and internal teams.

⛳️ Requirements

• Valid CPA license.

• Over 10 years of progressive experience in public accounting (preferably with large local, regional, or Big 4 firms), with at least 50% of that experience in a managerial role.

• Extensive knowledge of U.S. international tax, including inbound and outbound planning and compliance (e.g., Subpart F, GILTI, FTC, PFICs, FDII, BEAT, FIRPTA).

• Expertise in international tax forms (1120F, 5471, 5472, 1118, 8865, 8858, 8621, 8992, 8993, 8833), 3520, 8854.

• Solid understanding of core U.S. tax compliance, with the capability to review and sign tax returns.

• Experience in advising corporate and individual international clients.

• Collaborative leadership style with a hands-on, client-centered approach.

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to clearly articulate complex issues.

• A genuine interest in long-term practice leadership.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits.

• 401(k) profit sharing plan with immediate vesting of employer contributions.

• 14.5 paid holidays.

• 6 weeks of paid time off (PTO).

• Perkins Paid Leave Plan, which offers up to 12 weeks of paid leave for bonding with a new child, medical care for yourself or a family member, and other needs.