International Accounting and Tax Manager
International Accounting and Tax Manager
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Job Description
Job Description:
Perkins Coie LLP is seeking a qualified and dynamic individual to join our team as an International Accounting and Tax Manager. This position will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of international accounting operations and global business tax compliance. This role ensures accurate financial reporting effective tax planning and compliance with local national and international regulations. The International Accounting and Tax Manager will collaborate with cross-functional teams and external advisors to optimize the firms global tax position and support international business initiatives.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
These essential functions are primary job duties that incumbents must be able to perform unassisted or with some reasonable accommodation.
Accounting Operations
- Manage month-end/year-end close for global subsidiaries and affiliates.
- Ensure consolidated financial reporting in accordance with U.S. GAAP/IFRS/local standards.
Tax Compliance & Planning
- Direct global tax compliance (corporate business tax VAT/GST etc.).
- Collaborate with internal Tax Team to develop/implement strategies to optimize the effective global tax rate.
- Monitor and analyze tax law changes advise the firm on impacts.
Advisory & Transactional Support
- Support cross-border M&A expansions due diligence and integration.
- Ensure compliance with the firms transfer pricing and intercompany agreements.
- Manage collection of information required for determining transfer pricing.
- Provide accounting and tax guidance.
Process Improvement
- Identify opportunities for improved efficiency and best practices in global finance.
- Liaise with internal Tax Team external advisors and outside auditors.
Other
- Maintain reliable attendance to meet business needs.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
SPECIFIC SKILLS REQUIRED
Technical/Professional Skills
- Thorough knowledge of standard general ledger processes and procedures.
- Fluent in MS Office applications and standard computerized accounting systems.
- Ability to apply accounting and tax regulations and guidelines to standard and non-standard situations.
- Ability to apply common sense to carry out instructions furnished in written oral or diagram form and address problems involving several variables.
Communication Skills
- Ability to express self effectively both orally and in writing.
- Ability to communicate with all levels of firm personnel.
- Ability to respond to questions in a timely manner and convey difficult information with clarity and professionalism.
Organizational/Analytical Skills
- Strong attention to detail.
- Solid organizational skills.
- Ability to multitask.
- Perform well under pressures of heavy volumes and requests and execute assignments.
Interpersonal/Leadership Skills
- Ability to work effectively across cultures and remote teams.
- Strong ethical judgment and integrity.
- Change management skills.
- Project management skills.
SPECIFIC SKILLS PREFERRED
- Elite 3E (legal/accounting software).
- Advanced Excel skills.
- Legal industry experience.
- Knowledge of U.S. GAAP IFRS and international tax regulations (Western Europe and Asia).
- Experience with transfer pricing cross-border transactions global tax compliance.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Four-year degree in Accounting Finance or related field; CPA or equivalent preferred.
- Five-plus years of progressive experience with complex accounting and tax issues and matters preferably in a multinational environment or public accounting firm.
At Perkins Coie we look for self-motivated individuals dedicated to providing value and superior service and who have a high degree of integrity and enthusiasm for their work. We have created a company culture based on collaboration devotion to serving our clients and mutual respect. Perkins Coie is committed to advancing diversity and inclusion both within the firm and throughout our collective communities. Work with one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For and receive great health insurance tuition reimbursement and paid sabbaticals.
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 10 paid holidays and family care benefits. More information regarding benefits and programs may be found here.
This position may be filled in the following location(s). 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: $117045 to $159290 annually
Illinois compensation range: $123525 to $168110 annually
Washington state compensation range: $108610 to $168030 annually
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Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
