International Tax Senior Associate

About the role

The International Tax Senior Associate role is a national business line position. This role involves providing international tax services, collaborating with colleagues globally, and delivering solutions to clients across various industries.

Responsibilities

• Provide international tax services that deliver measurable value and advise clients on international tax matters.
• Supervise, train, and mentor associates and interns on international tax projects; perform in-charge role as needed.
• Review complex business returns with international complexities and make recommendations on return preparation regarding accuracy and tax savings opportunities.
• Research and analyze international and domestic tax issues; utilize tax-related software to prepare and process returns and research tax matters.
• Write and review tax advice for clients.
• Respond to inquiries from the IRS and other tax authorities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required.
• Minimum two years' experience of progressive tax consulting, preferably with at least one year focused on international taxation.
• Experience with a large accounting firm, law firm, or corporate tax department of a multinational company.
• CPA or JD/active law license preferred.
• Advanced analytical, technical, and tax accounting/technology skills with proficiency in U.S. tax compliance and consulting.
• Ability to supervise staff and lead projects.
• Exceptional client service skills with a demonstrated ability to develop and maintain outstanding client relationships.
• Computer expertise including knowledge of tax software and technology.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required.
• Minimum two years' experience of progressive tax consulting, preferably with at least one year focused on international taxation.
• Experience with a large accounting firm, law firm, or corporate tax department of a multinational company.
• CPA or JD/active law license preferred.
• Advanced analytical, technical, and tax accounting/technology skills with proficiency in U.S. tax compliance and consulting.
• Ability to supervise staff and lead projects.
• Exceptional client service skills with a demonstrated ability to develop and maintain outstanding client relationships.
• Computer expertise including knowledge of tax software and technology.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Skills

• Advanced analytical, technical, and tax accounting/technology skills with proficiency in U.S. tax compliance and consulting.
• Ability to supervise staff and lead projects.
• Exceptional client service skills with a demonstrated ability to develop and maintain outstanding client relationships.
• Computer expertise including knowledge of tax software and technology.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Benefits

Grant Thornton offers a variety of benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, an employee assistance program, paid sick leave, and participation in the firm’s 401(k) savings plan and employee retirement plan. Additionally, Grant Thornton provides a discretionary, annual bonus based on individual and firm performance.

Pay

The base salary range for this position in Chicago, IL is between $111,320 to $123,420.

Schedule

This position requires in-person attendance at least three days per week, either at a GT office or client site.