Manager​/Experienced Senior Associate, U.s. Business Tax

MANAGER / EXPERIENCED SENIOR ASSOCIATE, U.S. BUSINESS TAX

LOCATION: VANCOUVER, BC, CALGARY, AB, OR REMOTE

THE FIRM

Andersen Canada Services Inc offers integrated tax, accounting, enterprise advisory, and valuation services, upholding the values associated with the Andersen name. Andersen specializes in U.S. and Canadian cross-border tax services comprised of tax, legal, and valuation professionals with offices in Vancouver, Burnaby, Calgary, Edmonton, and Ottawa.

At Andersen, we’re a unique group of talented individuals who share a vision to be the “Best of the Best.” We’re looking for innovative minds motivated to make a direct impact who will promote and embrace our core values of Best-in-class service, stewardship, independence, seamlessness, and transparency.

THE ROLE

U.S. Business Tax Managers and Experienced Senior Associates serve as members of the U.S. business tax team. They must possess strong technical knowledge, lead preparation and reviews of U.S. corporate and partnership tax returns, participate in identifying value-added planning opportunities and communicating with clients and team members. They must possess and maintain strong written and oral presentation skills, conduct research on various client issues, and supervise Associates and Interns.

What to expect:

• Work in a growing and challenging environment with like-minded people who are experienced in U.S. cross-border corporate tax.
• Develop solutions in a team environment, working with our clients to maximize the value of tax advisory and compliance services we provide.
• Develop U.S. and cross-border tax knowledge, including advisory services, with a focus on privately held businesses.

Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of U.S. tax concepts as it relates to U.S. corporate federal and state tax compliance.
• Review U.S. income tax provision.
• Lead preparation and reviews of U.S. corporate and partnership tax returns.
• Conduct federal and state tax research, thoroughly analyzing U.S. cross-border tax issues and draft technical memos related to specific client matters.
• Develop and deliver innovative tax planning ideas with timely and responsive services and work product that meets or exceeds client expectations.
• Analyze the client’s tax situation effectively to arrive at appropriate conclusions with practical and creative solutions.
• Create innovative and tailored tax solutions for clients and recommend actions to achieve future tax results.
• Advise clients on relevant tax and non-tax issues and be responsible for services delivered and engagement profitability.
• Work collaboratively to solve problems and identify opportunities in tax compliance and consulting assignments. Prepare complex tax assignments.
• Coach, mentor, and work with team members to build trusted relationships.
• Demonstrate an aptitude for business development.
• Be able to resolve complex US tax issues and have the desire to develop further skills in the field.
• Be able to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple deadlines.

Requirements:

• Professional credential is preferred – CPA (license in Canada or U.S.), Masters in Tax (U.S.) or Enrolled Agent
• Completed undergraduate degree with transferable academic credentials paired with at least 4 years of relevant U.S. business tax experience in public practice or industry (equivalent combinations of education and experience will also be considered).
• Demonstrated experience organizing complex information to support research and tax preparation requirements.
• Superior analytical skills with an ability to identify issues and initiate their resolution.
• Strong computer proficiency including Microsoft Office Suite and tax…