Sr. Associate - International Tax GIR, Washington National Tax

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RSM's International Tax practice consists of professionals nationwide with broad experience in international tax matters. The practice advises clients on outbound and inbound structure planning, foreign tax credit, global tax planning, transfer pricing analysis, compliance, ASC 740, information reporting and withholding (including FATCA and the Common Reporting Standard (CRS)), foreign assignment planning, and general international business planning.

We currently have an opening for a Senior Associate of International Tax (ITAX) with strong experience in U.S. back-up, nonresident alien, and FATCA reporting and withholding tax matters, as well as ,experience with the Common Reporting Standards (CRS) (collectively referred to as Global Information Reporting or "GIR") to join our International Tax team. The individual will be a part of our Washington National Tax Practice.

This position will provide technical support for developing and providing GIR services.  The candidate will cover areas such as withholding tax on cross-border transactions, double tax treaties, outbound risk and process reviews, FATCA, and the Common Reporting Standard (CRS).

In addition to strong tax technical capabilities, the candidate must demonstrate proven project management skills and the ability to partner with business teams from across all geographies at all levels. 

Responsibilities

• Execute Global Information Reporting related advisory and compliance projects.

• Consult with and advise internal and external clients on U.S. back-up, nonresident alien, FATCA, and CRS reporting and withholding requirements for various arrangements including complex cross border transactions, and mergers and acquisitions.

• Prepare and/or review tax information returns including IRS Forms 1042, 1042-S, 1099, Foreign Bank Account Reports, FATCA and CRS reports.

• Support RSM teams and member firms nationally on GIR related projects and issues.

• Be a driving force in the growth and expansion of GIR services throughout the firm.

• Establish steps, responsibilities and timelines for GIR projects, and compliance efforts. 

• Research and drafting of tax memorandums, tax protests, and other correspondence regarding tax information reporting and withholding issues.

• Monitor legislative and regulatory developments impacting reporting and withholding requirements, and draft thought leadership regarding the impact.  

Qualifications

• Requires a minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field.

• Requires a minimum of two (2+) years of tax information reporting and withholding experience in a corporate, public accounting or law firm environment.

• Requires knowledge of IRC Chapters 3,4, and 61with the ability to consult and advise on related issues.

• Requires a minimum of two (2) years experience with related tax compliance, including preparation of Forms 1042,1042-S, and FATCA reports.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA, EA, JD or MST preferred
• Big 4 experience preferred

At RSM, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our people. We offer flexibility in your schedule, empowering you to balance life’s demands, while also maintaining your ability to serve clients. Learn more about our total rewards at https://rsmus.com/careers/working-at-rsm/benefits.

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 characteristi