Hybrid Tax Manager- International

Accounting Houston, Texas Baton Rouge, Louisiana Houma, Louisiana Covington, Louisiana Metairie, Louisiana


Description

LaPorte CPAs and Business Advisors, one of the region's fastest growing and respected CPA firms, is seeking a dynamic individual to join our team as an International Tax Manager in our Houston, TX office. This is a full-time role with competitive pay, benefits, and hybrid work schedule.
A large regional firm, our clients represent many businesses, among them energy companies, real estate firms, private equity groups, broker/dealers, and others. LaPorte’s International Services Group includes certified public accountants, an AICPA International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)-certified professional, a certified specialist in estate planning, and a master of laws in taxation.
Our International Services Group also emphasizes staff education that focuses on international tax laws and accounting standards.

Responsibilities
  • Reviews and manages tax returns, extensions, and tax planning calculations
  • Prepares complex federal and state income taxes and estate and gift taxes
  • Supervises and manages large tax engagements
  • Identifies solutions for client issues
  • Completes assignments within budgeted time frame and within firm quality standards
  • Assigns projects to appropriate team members
  • Recognizes opportunities to provide additional services to new or existing clients
  • Assists in business development by meeting with potential clients
  • Maintains long-term focus on client relationships by maintaining client contact with appropriate individuals throughout the year
  • Coaches, develops, and motivates fellow staff members, including interns through senior associates
  • Assists in the development and training of new staff
  • Recruits for future staff hires
Credentials and Experience
  • Bachelor of Science in Accounting
  • Master of Science in Taxation preferred but not required
  • CPA certification required
  • 4-8 years of public accounting experience with a national or regional firm in their tax department
Knowledge and Skills
  • Strong knowledge and experience in tax preparation and review
  • Strong experience in international tax accounting
  • Strong knowledge of authoritative federal and state taxation including income taxes and estate and gift taxes
  • Ability to manage multiple projects with consistency and accuracy
  • High level of professionalism
  • Ability to work in a team environment
  • High sense of urgency
  • Ability to work under pressure with tight deadlines
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office