Technical Director - International Tax Services (ITS)

CLA is growing and seeking to hire a Technical Director to join our International Tax Services team. The Technical Director contributes at the highest level in their industry and excels at client advisory, service advocacy, relationship development, and leadership. This role is highly specialized and focuses on technical quality, compliance, and methodology.

Responsibilities

Serve clients in a high impact manner, demonstrating command of international tax matters; Act as consultant regarding a wide range of typical international business challenges, from going international for the first time to optimizing existing international structures to assisting with the implementation of efficient cross-border transactions; Demonstrate deep technical skills and maintain current knowledge of foreign and US tax laws; Excel at engagement management and operational excellence; Efficiently research client international tax issues and apply solutions in the areas of foreign tax credit planning, mergers and acquisitions, repatriation of earnings, treaty analysis and export sales incentives; Support the national team with complex reviews, consultation and planning; Lead engagement teams and provide technical instruction; Manage client relationships and engagement metrics

Requirements

10 years of relevant experience required; Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field required; CPA required (EA or JD may be accepted in lieu of CPA certification); Deep technical knowledge of international tax, foreign and US tax law

Nice to have

Experience mentoring and developing associates/seniors from a technical and career perspective

Benefits

Health; dental; vision; 401k; comprehensive benefit options; wellness support for physical, financial, social and emotional well-being