Hybrid Tax Manager- International

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 a 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.

• 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

• 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

• 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