Senior Associate - US Tax Job Edmonton area,Alberta Canada,Accounting

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RSM US Corporate tax helps Canadian and foreign multi-national businesses and privately held companies navigate the complex tax regime in the US. This includes helping with initial structuring considerations when expanding business into the US, annual tax return compliance requirements from both a federal and state perspective, applicability of tax saving opportunities from credits, incentives and other tax law changes, repatriating cash from the US in a tax efficient manner and planning for possible exit strategies.

Additionally, our group also assists Canadian citizens with FIRPTA related filings, Form 1099s for contractor payments, Form 1042s for any FDAP type payments and other cross-border matters.

Responsibilities

Prepare or detail review international components of complex tax returns

Demonstrate solid understanding of tax codes, regulations, rulings and case law

Provide detail review and training staff

Dedicates time to coaching others in tax software, business process, research skills, technical expertise, planning and project management skills while engaging and motivating team members and providing timely feedback

Responsible for client work being performed on time and within appropriate scope of services and budget

Stays alert to client needs that may result in growth opportunities for the firm and communicates to client service coordinator

Required qualifications

BA/BS Degree – preferably in Accounting or related field of study

Minimum 3 years of experience in Public Accounting

Comprehensive understanding of tax law/rules and implications

Experience with International Tax compliance including, but not limited to forms 1120, 1042, 1065, 1099, 5471, 5472, 8865, 8858 and 1118

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work closely with clients to answer questions or to collect necessary information for tax service requirements

Experience with one or more of the following: S-Corps, C-Corps, or Partnerships

Ability to travel to client sites as needed, some to require overnight accommodations

Preferred qualifications

CPA, JD or LL.M.

Experience with a national or large regional accounting firm

At RSM, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our people. We offer flexibility in your schedule, empowering you to balance life’s demands, while also maintaining your ability to serve clients. Learn more about our total rewards at

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past, current or prospective service in the Canadian uniformed service;
Canadian Military/Veteran status; pre-disposing genetic characteristics or any other characteristic protected under applicable provincial employment legislation.

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