Senior Consultant, International Tax/M&A

Forvis Mazars, LLP; Tysons (VA); On-site; USD 104,000 - 173,000; Full time

Job summary

Forvis Mazars, LLP seeks a Senior Consultant in International Tax/M&A to support cross-border transaction structuring, inbound/outbound planning and complex tax advisory work. The role involves research, drafting client deliverables, and coordination with global teams.

The position requires a Bachelor's in Accounting/Tax, 2+ years in public or international tax, and an LLM in Taxation. Strong writing and MS Office skills are essential.

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 analyses.
• Research U.S. international tax issues and prepare concise technical analyses.
• Assist with inbound/outbound tax planning, entity rationalization and treaty analysis.
• Prepare drafts of memoranda, client deliverables and technical summaries.
• Support implementation workstreams for international tax structures.
• Assist with international tax compliance projects and reporting.
• Analyze financial statements, entity charts and intercompany agreements.
• Collaborate with managers, senior managers, directors and partners.
• Participate in client calls and internal discussions with written summaries.
• Develop client-ready explanations of complex tax rules.

Skills

Public accounting tax experience

Microsoft Office Suite

US international tax research

Technical writing

Inbound/outbound planning concepts

Entity classification analysis

Reading financial statements

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Taxation or related field

LLM in Taxation completed

Job description

General Information

Name 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 Illinois

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

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 are 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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Illinois Wage Transparency

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.

$ 94900

$ 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.

$ 103500

$ 172500