Chicago,
Illinois
13646
Grant Thornton is collaborative, entrepreneurial and on the move. As part of a dynamic global organization of 30,000 people serving clients in more than 100 countries, we have the agility and focus it takes to be a leader.
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Grant Thornton’s tax specialists complement our clients’ accounting teams while maintaining their auditors’ independence with our compliance services and customized tax planning advice. We have capabilities to advise our clients on
various tax strategies including federal tax services, state and local tax services, international tax services, industry tax services, family wealth planning, and compensation and benefit plan design as well as consulting on other complex tax matters.
Tax Experienced Associate – National Tax Services – International Accounting Firm
Position Summary:
The Tax Experienced Associate in our National Tax Service group works closely with staff on all phases of project and engagement management for multiple clients within our International Accounting Firm. The Experienced International Tax Associate is primarily responsible for reviewing complex international tax returns and delivering international tax services for a variety of industries; preparing more complex international tax returns; developing and supervising staff; and assisting in client management and practice development activities.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
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Provide international tax services that provide measurable value and advise clients from a range of different industries on international tax matters.
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Supervise, train, and mentor associates and interns on international tax projects and assess performance of staff for engagement reviews; perform in-charge role as needed.
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Review complex business returns with international complexities and make recommendations on return preparation regarding accuracy and tax savings opportunities; gain increasing responsibility in review process.
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Research and analyze international and domestic tax issues; utilize tax-related software to prepare and process returns and research tax matters.
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Write and review tax advice for the client.
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Respond to inquiries from the IRS and other tax authorities.
Qualifications
Required Skills and Experience:
* Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
* Two to four+ years of progressive tax consulting experience, preferably with at least one year focused on international taxation. Experience with a Big 4 firm, law firm, or large corporate tax department of a multinational company.
* Ability to supervise staff and lead projects.
* Exceptional client service and communication skills with a demonstrated ability to develop and maintain outstanding client relationships.
* Strong computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, tax software, and CCH.
Preferred Skills and Experience:
* CPA, Masters in Taxation, or LLM in Taxation preferred.
Additional Information:
* Ability to work additional hours as needed and travel to various client sites.
Benefits:
Grant Thornton LLP promotes a nationally recognized culture of health and offers an extensive array of benefits to meet individual lifestyles.For a complete list of benefits please visit www.gt.com.
The people in the independent firms of Grant Thornton International Ltd provide personalized attention and the highest quality service to public and private clients in more than 100 countries. Grant Thornton LLP is the U.S. member firm of
Grant Thornton International Ltd, one of the six global audit, tax and advisory organizations. Grant Thornton International Ltd and its member firms are not a worldwide partnership, as each member firm is a separate and distinct legal entity.
Requisition ID: 13646
Chicago, IL
Chicago, Illinois
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