Manager - International Tax Business

RSM US LLP; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 113,000 - 227,000; Full time

Job summary

RSM US LLP is seeking an International Tax Manager to lead technical and quality tax work, mentor staff, and manage client engagements across US international tax matters. You will advise clients on planning, compliance, and transfer pricing while coordinating with global teams.

The role emphasizes strong communication, tax knowledge, and development opportunities in a hybrid work environment with travel up to 15%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.
• CPA or JD licensure.
• Minimum five years in public accounting focusing on International Tax.
• Strong understanding of tax law and international tax compliance.
• Experience with IRS/foreign tax reporting forms (5471, 5472, 8865, 8858, 1118).
• Working knowledge of inbound/outbound structure planning, foreign tax credits, transfer pricing, ASC 740.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Willingness to travel up to 15%.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a Performance Advisor, mentor or coach to one or more employees (approx. 10–20% of time).
• Advise clients on international tax planning, research, compliance, M&A activities and transfer pricing.
• Review US international information reporting forms.
• Review quantitative analyses and projects for international tax professionals.
• Collaborate with RSM member firms globally.
• Assist with new business development and broad service recognition for clients.
• Manage corporate international tax needs and federal/state compliance.
• Stay up-to-date on current tax practices and changes in tax law.

Skills

International Tax

Tax advisory

Tax compliance

Transfer pricing

ASC 740

Tax research

Communication skills

Mentoring

Travel up to 15%

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

CPA or JD

LLM or Masters of Taxation

Job description

We are the leading provider of professional services to the middle market globally, our purpose is to instill confidence in a world of change, empowering our clients and people to realize their full potential. Our exceptional people are the key to our unrivaled, culture and talent experience and our ability to be compelling to our clients. You'll find an environment that inspires and empowers you to thrive both personally and professionally. There's no one like you and that's why there's nowhere like RSM.

RSM's International Tax Business practice is a national capability that focuses on serving US and Foreign multi-national business' US international tax advisory and compliance needs in coordination with foreign tax advisors and applicable laws. This includes advising businesses on the application of US and foreign tax law to a business and how that impacts their choices and decisions to structure their legal entities, transactions, and operations. This practice includes compliance for accurately reporting and administering global tax obligations.

As an International Tax Manager, you will be responsible for the following job duties which are focus around three core concepts - Technical & Quality Expertise, People & Talent Management and Client Service/Business Development:

• Serve as a Performance Advisor,mentor or coach to one or more employees, which will include providing honest and timely performance feedback - approximately 10 - 20% of your time
• Work on multiple complex issues while communicating in a non-technical manner to facilitate communication between the client and the service team while managing the risk for both the client and the firm
• Advise clients on a full spectrum of International Tax services including planning, research, compliance, general mergers and acquisitions activities and transfer pricing
• Reviewing US international information reporting forms
• Reviewing quantitative analysis and projects of international tax professionals
• Working with RSM member firms around the world
• Assist with new business development, extended service and tax issue recognition for existing clients
• Manage corporate international client needs with respect to tax services and federal and state tax compliance
• Remain up-to-date on current tax practices and changes in tax law
• Other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications:

• Requires a minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field
• Requires one of the following: CPA or JD
• Requires a minimum five (5) years of experience in public accounting with a focus in International Tax
• Comprehensive understanding of tax law/rules and implications
• Requires experience with International Tax compliance including, but not limited to forms 5471, 5472, 8865, 8858 and 1118
• Must have a working knowledgeof inbound and outbound structure planning, foreign tax credits, worldwide tax minimization planning, transfer pricing analysis, and ASC 740
• Strong technical skills in accounting, tax preparation and review within the international taxation environment
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to travel up to 15% of the time

Preferred Qualifications:

• LLM or Masters of Taxation

At RSM, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our people.Learn more about our total rewards at https://rsmus.com/careers/working-at-rsm/benefits.

We believe flexibility and in-person connection both play an important role in how we work and grow. Most roles at RSM follow a hybrid workstyle, which means team members are aligned to an RSM office and come together in person when it best supports clients, teams, development or relationship-building. Some roles may be virtual or primarily on-site based on role requirements, team priorities and client needs.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment as RSM does not tolerate discrimination and/or harassment based on race; color; creed; sincerely held religious beliefs, practices or observances; sex (including pregnancy or disabilities related to nursing); gender; sexual orientation; HIV Status; national origin; ancestry; familial or marital status; age; physical or mental disability; citizenship; political affiliation; medical condition (including family and medical leave); domestic violence victim status; past, current or prospective service in the US uniformed service; US Military/Veteran status; pre-disposing genetic characteristics or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process and/or employment/partnership.RSM is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, interview, or otherwise participate in the recruiting process, please call us at 800-274-3978 or send us an email at [e-mail].

RSM does not intend to hire entry level candidates who will require sponsorship now OR in the future (i.e. F-1 visa holders). If you are a recent U.S. college / university graduate possessing 1-2 years of progressive and relevant work experience in a same or similar role to the one for which you are applying, excluding internships, you may be eligible for hire as an experienced associate.

RSM will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records. For those living in California or applying to a position in California, please click here for additional information.

At RSM, an employee's pay at any point in their career is intended to reflect their experiences, performance, and skills for their current role. The salary range (or starting rate for interns and associates) for this role represents numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to, education, skills, work experience, certifications, location, etc. As such, pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range.

Compensation Range: $113,000 - $227,200

Individuals selected for this role will be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on firm and individual performance.