Senior Associate-GMS Core_GRS

Job details

• Proposed designation

Senior Associate

• Role type

Individual role with minimal team management

• Reporting to

Assistant Manager

• Geo to be supported

US

• Work timings

Standard

Roles & responsibilities

• Prepare and review miscellaneous tax, payroll, and international assignment cost projection calculations
• Prepare and Review tax returns, equalization calculations, and other miscellaneous tax forms for expatriate employees
• Apply technical expertise in tax compliance, compensation, global equity, and employment tax engagements to identify and consult on tax issues.
• Participate, or possibly lead projects, in expatriate tax, foreign national tax returns, mobility program support, global compensation review, global pensions, and payroll.
• Report to the engagement Manager(s) or Senior Manager(s) and assist in leading the overall engagement coordination as well as provide technical guidance to junior team members.
• Assist in conducting tax research relating to expatriate employees
• Research tax theory and positions, and applying them to specific client needs
• Draft correspondence with IRS or state taxing authorities in relation to tax notices and/or audits for expatriates
• Review U.S. payroll reporting, withholding for wages paid to expatriate employees for accuracy including annual compensation statements
• Train New joiners on expatriate taxation.

• This role is for you if you have the below
• Educational qualifications

• Minimum Master Degree from reputable universities with excellent academic result, majoring in Accounting or Finance

Enrolled Agent or, Pursuing Enrolled Agent Certification

Mandatory technical & functional skills

• The candidate must have 5 to 6 years of relevant experience in a similar role, preferably in a Big 4 Firm
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software programs, including spreadsheet programs (i.e. Excel).
• Understanding of individual taxes.
• Broad exposure to income taxation and knowledge of tax regulations.

Key behavioral attributes/requirements

• Willing to work hard, enthusiastic and self-motivated.
• Strong analytical and advisory skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to work in fast moving and demanding environment.
• Strong commitment, multi-tasking and team player.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English (including strong presentation skills).
• Highly proficient in MS Office (especially in excel, word and power point).
• Excellent project management, analytical, interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
• Strong training, and mentoring skills.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic team environment
• Professionalism, dependability, integrity and trustworthiness combined with a cooperative attitude.
• Highly motivated self-starter with ability to multitask and complete assignments within time constraints and deadlines.
• Strong organizational skill and attention to detail.

Preferred technical & functional skills

• Knowledge on Financial Services sector from Global Mobility tax perspective is an added advantage.
• An awareness of and an interest in the US political and economic environment.