Senior Consultant, International Tax/M&A

Forvis-Mazars; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 158,000; Full time

Job summary

Forvis Mazars, LLP is seeking a Senior Consultant in International Tax/M&A to join our team in the United States. This role focuses on cross-border transaction structuring, U.S. international tax research, and advisory projects for inbound and outbound planning.

You will prepare technical analyses and client-ready deliverables, collaborating with senior staff and partners on complex tax issues. The position requires a Bachelor’s in Accounting/Taxation, 2+ years of public accounting tax

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Taxation or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in public accounting tax or international tax.
• LLM in Taxation completed.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

Responsibilities

• Cross-border transaction structuring with detailed tax analysis and client-ready materials.
• Research U.S. international tax issues; prepare concise technical analyses.
• Assist with inbound/outbound tax planning, entity rationalization, and treaty eligibility.
• Prepare memoranda, client deliverables, issue lists, and workpapers supporting advisory conclusions.
• Support implementation workstreams for international tax structures, including documentation and form analysis.
• Assist with international tax compliance projects (e.g., Forms 5471, 8865, 8858, 1118, 1042, 1042-S, W-8).
• Analyze financial statements, entity charts, and intercompany agreements for U.S. international tax issues.
• Collaborate with managers and partners; participate in client calls and internal discussions.
• Develop client-friendly explanations of complex tax rules in writing.

Skills

Tax research

Technical writing

Cross-border concepts

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Taxation

2+ years public accounting tax/international tax

LLM in Taxation

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Senior Consultant, International Tax/M&A

Posting Title

Senior Consultant, International Tax/M&A

Ref #

2237705

Date Published

Friday, October 9, 2026

City

Chicago

State

Country

United States

Job Category

Tax Specialty

Advertised Location

US-FL-Tampa Bay, US-GA-Atlanta, US-IL-Chicago, US-NC-Charlotte, US-TX-Houston, US-VA-Tysons

Working time

Full Time

Description & Requirements

The International Tax team helps clients navigate complex global tax regulations with expert guidance and tailored strategies. We offer comprehensive services—including global tax planning, compliance, transfer pricing, and mobility support—for both inbound and outbound multinational companies. With deep expertise and a forward-thinking approach, we deliver solutions that keep pace with today’s dynamic international tax landscape.

What You Will Do:

• Cross-border (sometimes domestic only) transaction structuring including detailed step plan slide decks with tax consequences.
• Research U.S. international tax issues and prepare concise, well supported technical analyses for internal and client facing use.
• Assist with advisory projects involving inbound and outbound tax planning, legal entity rationalization, entity classification, treaty eligibility, withholding tax, cross border payments, foreign tax credits, Subpart F, GILTI, PFIC, and related international tax considerations.
• Prepare first drafts of memoranda, client deliverables, issue lists, technical summaries, and workpapers that support advisory conclusions.
• Support implementation related workstreams for international tax structures, including documentation, information gathering, tax form analysis, and coordination with local country teams.
• Assist with international tax compliance projects where the compliance work is connected to broader advisory matters, including Forms 5471, 8865, 8858, 1118, 1042, 1042-S, W-8 documentation, and related reporting considerations.
• Analyze financial statements, legal entity charts, transaction steps, intercompany agreements, and other source documents to identify relevant U.S. international tax issues.
• Work directly with managers, senior managers, directors, and partners to execute projects, manage deadlines, and communicate status updates.
• Participate in client calls and internal technical discussions, including preparing agendas, questions, follow-ups, and written summaries.
• Develop practical, client ready explanations of complex tax rules in a clear and professional writing style.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Taxation or related field
• 2+ years of experience in public accounting tax or international tax
• LLM in Taxation completed
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite4

Preferred Qualifications:

• U.S. international tax research and technical writing
• Tax treaty interpretation and withholding tax analysis
• Inbound and outbound planning concepts
• Entity classification and foreign eligible entity analysis
• International information reporting and related workpaper preparation
• Ability to read financial statements, organizational charts, legal documents, and transaction step plans

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About Forvis Mazars, LLP

Forvis Mazars, LLP is an independent member of Forvis Mazars Global, a leading global professional services network. Ranked among the largest public accounting firms in the United States, our 7,000+ team members deliver assurance, tax, and consulting services to clients in all 50 states and internationally.

With a legacy spanning more than 100 years, we’re building something different. We are guided by a shared promise: Together, we create extraordinary experiences. That means delivering an Unmatched Client Experience® while creating a workplace where relationships matter, learning fuels growth, and every person feels valued and supported to thrive.

What We Offer

Our robust total rewards program and flexible work environment reflect our commitment to people, careers, and well-being—empowering our team to grow and thrive while delivering exceptional service. To explore what makes working at Forvis Mazars special, visit www.forvismazars.us/careers .

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Forvis Mazars, LLP is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer in accordance with applicable law. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, or other protected classifications.

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Pursuant to Illinois’ Equal Pay Act, the salary range displayed is for the Illinois market. The salary for this role will be based on the experience, education, and skill set of the individual for the position. Non-exempt/hourly positions will be eligible for time and half pay for employees that work over 40 hours in a workweek. Benefits are eligibility-based and could include group health plan benefits, 401(K), bonuses, profit-sharing contributions, flexible time off, and parental leave. For more information on benefits, please visit https://resourcecenter.forvismazars.us/ . Forvis Mazars reserves the right to make changes to the salary range based on business needs.

IL Minimum Salary (USD)

$ 94900

IL Maximum Salary (USD)

$ 158100

Virginia Wage Transparency

Pursuant to Virginia's Equal Pay Law, the salary range displayed is for the Virginia market. The salary for this role will be based on the experience, education, and skill set of the individual for the position. Positions that are non-exempt will be eligible for overtime pay compensable at a rate of one and a half times the hourly rate for any hours worked over 40 in a work week. Benefits are eligibility-based and could include group health plan benefits, 401(K), profit-sharing contributions, flexible time off, and parental leave. Forvis Mazars reserves the right to make changes to the salary range based on business needs.