Senior International Tax Manager

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About Sweeney Conrad

• At Sweeney Conrad, our foundation of “people first” begins with our
• employees—because we know the success of our firm stems from the relationships
• within it. We consider our employees family and foster a positive work culture,
• encouraging a healthy balance between work and life; building a career over
• having a job; continuing education and skill development; and being actively
• involved in the Puget Sound community where we live, work, and play.

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• Sound Business Journal as one of “Washington’s Best Workplaces”. For more
• information, visit www.sweeneyconrad.com [http://www.sweeneyconrad.com].

About Ascend

• Backed by private equity from people-focused Alpine Investors, Ascend is
• building a dynamic platform for regional accounting firms that enables them to
• stay independent while accessing the resources of a Top 25 firm to help them
• grow. Ascend provides access to growth capital, robust talent acquisition and
• training, leading quality management resources, best-of-breed technology, AI
• tools, an offshore captive, shared back-office services, a catalytic leadership
• system, and modernized equity incentives so that firms can surmount today’s
• industry challenges to reach their full potential. For more information, visit
• www.ascendtogether.com [http://www.ascendtogether.com/].

• Senior International Tax Manager

• Sweeney Conrad is seeking an experienced tax professional to join our team as
• a Senior International Tax Manager. This role will serve as a key advisor to
• clients on the tax implications of their business objectives, recommend
• strategic alternatives, and identify opportunities to support tax compliance and
• efficiency across multiple jurisdictions.

• The Senior International Tax Manager will lead complex international and U.S.
• tax engagements, including cross-border transactions, entity structuring, income
• tax treaty planning, global tax compliance, and federal and state tax matters.
• As we continue to grow our international tax offerings, this role will also
• require working with US-only individuals and entities and supporting them in
• their needs. This role will provide strategic tax planning and compliance
• support to clients with domestic and international tax needs while offering
• technical leadership on multi-jurisdictional issues and overseeing the
• implementation of tax strategies. The role will also involve collaborating with
• clients, internal service teams, external advisors, and tax authorities to
• develop practical solutions to complex international tax matters.

• The ideal candidate will possess deep technical expertise in international tax
• law, strong analytical and communication skills, and a proven ability to lead
• client engagements and mentor tax professionals. This role will also play an
• instrumental part in supporting the International Partner in the development and
• establishment of the international team. This position offers an opportunity to
• play a significant role in shaping Sweeney Conrad’s international tax practice
• including design of team, developing client relationships, supporting business
• growth, and contributing to the firm’s continued success in a fast-paced and
• collaborative environment. This position reports directly to the Partner of Tax
• and is based in Kirkland, Washington, with a hybrid work schedule.

• Specific Duties Will Include

• Advise multinational enterprises and high-net-worth individuals on global tax

planning, including the short- and long-term implications of cross-border

business and investment decisions

• Advise on income tax treaty planning opportunities related to inbound and

outbound cross-border investments, trading activities, and business

operations.

• Develop and implement international tax strategies that support compliance

with U.S., local, and international tax laws and regulations

• Oversee the preparation and review of international tax compliance work,

including tax reporting and filing obligations for foreign subsidiaries,

affiliates, partnerships, and individuals

• Advise US-only enterprises and high-net-worth individuals on tax planning and

preparation of tax returns.

• Monitor developments in international tax law, tax treaties, regulations, and

accounting procedures, and communicate relevant changes to clients and team

members

• Assist with the preparation and delivery of engagement proposals, support

business development initiatives, and maintain and expand a professional

network within the international tax community

• Build and maintain strong client relationships while continuing to develop

the firm’s reputation and presence in the international tax profession

• Provide leadership, guidance, and technical support to staff and other tax

professionals on international tax matters

• Perform other duties as assigned by the department managers

The successful candidate will have

• CPA or EA License (CPA preferred)
• Minimum bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Taxation
• Minimum 8 years of tax experience, with approximately 5–8 years in

International Tax

• Minimum 5 years of experience of experience managing engagements, reviewing

returns, developing client relationships, and mentoring staff

• Experience with investments involving foreign mutual funds and reporting for

U.S. entities

• Knowledge and experience with processing Form 5471
• Understanding of foreign trusts is a plus
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, Excel,

PowerPoint, and SharePoint

• Demonstrated experience in managing multiple tasks and in organizing and

prioritizing work assignments and ongoing duties

• Ability to communicate effectively and timely in writing and verbally with

colleagues, clients, and other external partners

• Ability to work effectively in a diverse team environment

While not required, the following skills would be considered an asset

• Master of Science in Taxation, Juris Doctor, or LL.M. with a concentration in

taxation

• Fluency in a second language

Benefits

• The pay range for this role is $142,000 - $189,000 per year. This range includes
• the anticipated low and high end of the pay range for this position. Actual
• compensation may vary based on various factors, including experience, education,
• and/or skill level.

• For employees working 30 or more hours per week, we offer a comprehensive
• benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as
• dependent coverage; Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts;
• and employer-paid life and disability insurance; and a 401(k) plan with employer

match. We also provide flexible time off (PTO) and 13 paid holidays.

At Ascend, we provide a fair and equal employment opportunity for all candidates

regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual

orientation, gender identity/expression, age, marital status, disability, or any

other legally protected characteristic. Ascend hires and promotes individuals

solely based on qualifications for the position to be filled and business needs.