Staff Accountant - International Tax

Job Category Global Business Services

Level Entry-Level

Time Type Full-time

Travel Requirements Up to 20%

Location Indianapolis

 The role: McGuire Sponsel is seeking an International Tax Consultant for our Global Business Services team. This is an opportunity to learn from experienced technical leadership to expand and develop your international tax skillset. A career within our growing Global Business Services practice will provide you with the opportunity to help our clients with international income tax compliance and reporting, IC-DISC calculations, transfer pricing and international tax consulting. You will be engaged in projects from start to finish, which includes initial discussions with clients, analyzing complex data and international transactions, and preparing income tax returns. 

This position provides the right professional with immediate client responsibilities and opportunities for future advancement. McGuire Sponsel fosters a dynamic culture that emphasizes training and professional development. Candidates will develop and grow their skillset by working directly with our senior members of the Global Business Services team in all types of international tax consulting projects. This is an excellent career opportunity for candidates that may be looking for a career in international taxation outside of the typical “big firm” or corporate career path.

What you will do:

• Advise clients on international tax planning and compliance, including reviewing and analyzing all available financial data for each respective project.
• Prepare client calculations and data analysis through use of Microsoft Excel.
• Prepare numerous international reporting forms including 5471, 5472, 8858, 8865, 926, 8992, 8938, 1042, 8993, and FBAR/FinCen reporting.
• Prepare 1120-IC-DISC federal tax returns.
• Assist with transfer pricing documentation and international tax consulting engagements.
• Demonstrate professionalism and promptness while fostering/managing client relationships.

What you will need:

• Bachelor's degree with a concentration in accounting.
• Recent and upcoming college graduate applications will be accepted and considered.
• No prior experience with IC-DISC or international tax is necessary. 
• Consultative mindset; strong interpersonal skills; excels in client situations.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast paced and deadline driven environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experienced in Microsoft Excel.
• A valid United States driver’s license.
• Ability to reliably transport yourself to various client locations across the country, as needed.

Who we are: McGuire Sponsel is a national specialty tax consulting firm that has experienced tremendous growth while serving leading accounting firms and businesses across the country by offering tax services that fall outside traditional practices. Partnering with local, regional, and global firms, McGuire Sponsel offers Fixed Asset Services, R&D Tax Credit Services, Global Business Services, and Credits & Incentives Services. We are committed to providing high-quality service with integrity in a way that helps partner firms bring value to their clients. Our approach has allowed us to become a trusted resource to the industry.

What we offer: A career at McGuire Sponsel gives individuals the opportunity to grow professionally and personally in a team environment. Benefits include:

• Competitive paid time off, 401k and health and wellness benefits.
• Recently renovated office space in proximity to restaurants, shops, and cultural centers.
• Building amenities including a high-end fitness center.
• Summer Friday hours.
• Team building and social outings, community outreach, and philanthropy activities.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the US. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment Visas at this time.

McGuire Sponsel provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, pregnancy, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Applicants with disabilities may contact McGuire Sponsel via telephone, e-mail, and other means to request and arrange for accommodations. If you need assistance to accommodate a disability, you may request an accommodation at any time. Please contact McGuire Sponsel at 317-564-5000.