International Tax Manager

Perkins Coie LLP; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 106,000 - 187,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

401(k) plan

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off 20 days

Job summary

Perkins Coie LLP is seeking an experienced International Tax Manager to oversee U.S. tax compliance for partnerships, foreign entities, and non-resident partners. You will manage state obligations, coordinate with global colleagues, and support planning and automation across the tax function.

The role requires a CPA, 5+ years in tax/accounting, and strong expertise in partnership and international taxation, with proficiency in Forms 1065 and related schedules.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field, or equivalent.
• Active CPA license.
• At least 5 years of progressive tax and accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of partnership taxation and international tax compliance.
• Familiarity with Forms 1065 (K-1, K-2, K-3), 5471, 8858, 1120-F, 1040-NR.

Responsibilities

• Oversee U.S. federal, state, and local tax filings for partnerships, foreign entities, and non-resident partners.
• Manage state composite elections, withholding requirements, tax estimates, payments, and filing deadlines.
• Coordinate tax information and filings with internal teams, international colleagues, and external service providers.
• Conduct tax research, evaluate business transactions, support tax planning, and document technical positions.
• Monitor legislative and regulatory changes affecting the Firm and its partners.
• Manage tax audits, examinations, notices, and inquiries from taxing authorities.
• Reconcile tax accounts, maintain tax calendars, and support annual tax budgeting.
• Identify opportunities to improve tax systems, automation, and compliance processes.

Skills

Partnership taxation

International tax compliance

U.S. individual taxation

CPA license

Tax research

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Excel proficiency

Cross-team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field

Master’s degree in Taxation

Job description

Job Description:

International Tax Manager

Leading U.S. and International Tax Compliance, Planning, & Advisory.

Ashurst Perkins Coie US LLP is seeking an experienced International Tax Manager to join the Firm's U.S. tax function in a newly created role following the merger of Perkins Coie and Ashurst. This role will oversee U.S. tax compliance for multiple foreign entities and approximately 400 non-U.S. resident partners, including federal, state, and local filings, international tax reporting, and individual partner tax returns.

Reporting to the Head of Tax, the ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise in partnership and international taxation, sound analytical skills, and experience navigating complex, multi-jurisdictional tax matters. This individual will collaborate with Tax leadership, Finance, Accounting, Payroll, international colleagues, and external advisors to ensure compliance, support tax planning, manage audits, and improve processes through technology and automation.

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship now or in the future.

What You’ll Do

• Oversee U.S. federal, state, and local tax filings for partnerships, foreign entities, and non-resident partners.
• Manage state composite elections, withholding requirements, tax estimates, payments, and filing deadlines.
• Coordinate tax information and filings with internal teams, international colleagues, and external service providers.
• Conduct tax research, evaluate business transactions, support tax planning, and document technical positions.
• Monitor legislative and regulatory changes affecting the Firm and its partners.
• Manage tax audits, examinations, notices, and inquiries from taxing authorities.
• Reconcile tax accounts, maintain tax calendars, and support annual tax budgeting.
• Identify opportunities to improve tax systems, automation, and compliance processes.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field, or equivalent.
• Active CPA license.
• At least 5 years of progressively responsible tax and accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of partnership taxation, international tax compliance, and U.S. individual taxation.
• Familiarity with Forms 1065 (Schedules K-1, K-2, and K-3), 5471, 8858, 1120-F, and 1040-NR.
• Strong research, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and the ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Experience with international tax compliance, cross-border matters, and tax technology.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Taxation.
• Public accounting experience.

Why Join Ashurst Perkins Coie?

Join a globally connected Tax team during an exciting period of growth and integration. This role offers the opportunity to shape international tax compliance following a major merger, collaborate with global colleagues, contribute to strategic tax planning, and drive technology-enabled process improvements across the Firm.

This position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, 401(k) plan, medical, dental, and vision insurance, accrued paid time off plan starting at 20 days annually, personal medical and parental leave, up to ten paid holidays, and family care benefits. More information regarding benefits and programs may be found here.

This position may be filled in the following locations. The listed compensation range reflects the typical pay for this role, though it is rare for new hires to receive an offer at the top of the range. Actual compensation may vary depending on experience, skills, market conditions, and internal equity.

Colorado compensation range: $106,080 to $164,120 annually

Illinois compensation range: $111,960 to $173,210 annually

Washington state compensation range: $111,900 to $173,120 annually

Washington, D.C., compensation range: $120,850 to $186,970 annually