Senior Manager, US Tax

Moodys Private Client Law LLP; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Moodys Private Client Law LLP in Calgary, Alberta, is seeking a Senior Manager, US Tax to join our growing accounting team. You will work with accountants, lawyers and tax professionals to deliver cross-border US tax services for owner-managed businesses, individuals, trusts and partnerships.

The ideal candidate has at least seven years of US tax experience, strong knowledge of federal corporate tax, leadership ability and a results-driven mindset.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of US tax experience with strong knowledge of U.S. federal corporate income tax law.
• Experience with US personal tax is an asset.
• Proven people management and leadership abilities.
• Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Results-oriented with urgency and a proactive mindset.
• Desire to learn and contribute to a high-performing team.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate understanding of US tax concepts as they relate to corporate and partnership compliance.
• Prepare and review US corporate tax returns (Forms 1120, 1120F, 1120-S, 1065, 5471, 5472, FBAR FinCen 114).
• Conduct federal and state tax research and draft memos on cross-border issues.
• Apply Canada-US Tax Treaty for cross-border filing positions.
• Interact with federal/state tax authorities to resolve audits and notices.
• Engage in engagement planning, budgeting, WIP, and timely billing.
• Mentor and coach team members toward development and performance reviews.

Skills

US tax concepts

Tax return review

Management / leadership

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Job description

The rapidly growing team at Moodys Private Client LLP seek to add a Senior Manager, US Tax to its accounting team in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. The candidate will work with a team of accountants, lawyers and tax professionals. A confident individual who demonstrates initiative and motivation toward continuous improvement of self and firm processes, and who operates with a sense of urgency, and is looking to add value to their clients in a meaningful way is recommended for this position.

Primary Responsibilities

• Demonstrating an understanding of US tax concepts as they relate to Corporate and Partnership federal and state income tax compliance, including US income tax return review and preparation
• Preparation and review of US corporate tax returns for clients, including Forms 1120, 1120F, 1120-S, 1065, 5471, 5472, FBAR FinCen 114, and related schedules
• Conducting federal and state tax research, thoroughly analyzing US cross-border tax issues and drafting technical memos related to specific client matters
• Utilizing the Canada US Tax Treaty to determine filing positions for cross border clients
• Interacting with the federal and state tax authorities to assist clients in resolving tax audits, notices and issues
• Accountable for engagement planning with junior and senior staff members and scheduling as well as project profitability reports (i.e., budgets, WIP, timely billing)
• Maintain quality control and apply specialized knowledge to anticipate, identify and address issues relevant to the client’s business, financial entries and reports
• Mentor, motivate and coach team members towards professional and personal development by setting clear expectations, providing 360 feedback and conducting performance reviews

Skills And Experience

• Minimum 7 years of relevant US tax experience and strong technical knowledge of U.S. federal corporate income tax law
• Experience with US personal tax is considered an asset
• Proven people management, relationship building and leadership skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Results-oriented with a sense of urgency. Quick learner, self-starter and exudes a “can do” attitude
• Passion to learn and grow, and be an integral part of a high-performing team

This position offers the opportunity to work with a team of professionals whose expertise in accounting and tax issues for owner-managed businesses, individuals, trusts and partnerships, is second to none. Make an impact, see the positive results of your actions, and play an integral role in the firm’s success through your efforts.