Tax Manager (International)

Who We Are

About Ascend

At Ascend we recognize the struggles that accounting & finance professionals face in traditional firmsfrom rigid hierarchies and overwhelming workloads to the elusive work-life balance. We believe your ambition should not be constrained by outdated practices or opaque career paths. Here youre not just a number but a valued member of a community that champions both your professional and personal fulfillment. Our mission is to transform the public accounting experience into one where work-life harmony is a reality and where your career advancement is supported by a nurturing network and robust resources.

We partner with regional entrepreneurial firms and provide them with the resources and support necessary to thrive in todays dynamic market. This includes access to growth capital robust talent acquisition top-tier technology transformative leadership shared back-office services & more. Founded in January 2023 Ascend attained revenues to sufficiently qualify as a Top 100 U.S. accounting firm within six months of operation.Explore Ascendwhere your career soars without sacrificing your quality of life.

About Lucas Horsfall

Have you dreamt about a career in public accounting with work-life balance Enjoying the diversity of clients and the challenging work public accounting offers with the added benefits of professional growth and opportunity for advancement Have you experienced a culture that is fun and diverse offering an authentic family feel with people that truly care about you and your professional development Lucas Horsfall is that CPA firm. Celebrating our 68th year anniversary in 2025 we attribute our exceptional growth and low turnover to our appreciation of our people and clients. This growth has provided a need for a Tax Manager to help deliver personal and experienced service to our vast array of clients.

The Role

As a Tax Leader at Lucas Horsfall you will lead and guide clients through complex US and International tax this role you will manage all phases of business and individual client tax advisory and compliance engagements from project scoping client advisory and technical research for innovative clients including start ups micro-multinationals and cross continental families and mobile will manage clients independently and carry out your outstanding project management analytical interpersonal and communication skills. You will perform technical reviews of business and individual returns participate in training and supervision of staff conduct tax research and advise on tax matters. Our company is team-oriented and prides itself on providing quality work and excellent customer relations in a friendly superior working environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform initial and/or final review of manager tax senior tax staff and intern work products.
• Tax technical research and preparation of treaty positions elections disclosures and complex 5471s.
• Act as primary client point of contact for the firm.
• Identify opportunities for value added services for clients by staying abreast of their business needs.
• Communicate staffing and workload issues to Resource Planning.
• Review and confirm assignment objectives scope and work plan with client.
• Contribute to the development and management of comprehensive strategies to identify and meet all client needs.
• Identify and research technical issues to ensure compliance with federal state and local tax laws.
• Coach and mentor staff to assist with enhancing their skills and further develop their career.
• Identify and pursue new clients and identify any additional needs to cross sell other firm products and services to existing clients.
• Support the partner team in the development and planning of strategy objectives and budgets.
• Prepare and/or review monthly client bills.
• Anticipate identify and resolve complex tax-technical issues.
• Effectively manage expectations internal and external concerning changes in project deliverables and/or deadlines.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in accounting finance or related field
• CPA
• Working knowledge of income tax treaties and inbound and outbound tax issues
• Recent international tax experience with micro-multinationals cross-border families inbound start-ups and mobile employees
• 5 years of experience preparing and reviewinginternational tax reporting & compliance including but not limited to forms1116 and 3520
• Excellent project management analytical interpersonal and communication skills
• Self-motivator with the ability to multi-task and complete assignments within time constraints and deadlines
• A strong desire toward career advancement and goal toward future firm ownership

Preferred Qualifications

• Consultative/Advising Experience
• Knowledge of CCH Axcess Tax and Lacerte
• Foreign trust experience

What We Offer

As a firm we offer great benefits a competitive salary and tuition reimbursement for advanced education. Headquartered in Pasadena CA with offices in Encino and Irvine Lucas Horsfall is a growing CPA and consulting firm focused on tax audit and consulting needs. Explore the opportunities that await you today! Join our team and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that supports well-being health and ongoing professional growth:

• Flexible PTO
• Excellent Voluntary Insurance Options
• 401(k) Matching
• Discretionary Bonus
• Commitment to Professional Development
• Meaningful work that makes a difference in our clients lives

How to Apply

Submit your information in the application section directly below! This will include:

• Basic contact information
• Resume/CV and optional cover letter upload
• Work eligibility credentials and compensation
• Voluntary demographic & self-ID questions

For further questions or inquiries about the role please reach out to Aidan Jebson Sr. Recruiter

The pay range for this role is $135000 - $180000 per year. This range includes the anticipated low and high end of the pay range for this position. Actual compensation may vary based on various factors including experience education and/or skill level.

At Ascend we provide a fair and equal employment opportunity for all candidates regardless of race color religion national origin gender pregnancy sexual orientation gender identity/expression age marital status disability or any other legally protected characteristic. Ascend hires and promotes individuals solely based on qualifications for the position to be filled and business needs.