Corporate Sr. Tax Manager - (Japanese/English) - Remote

Overview

A full-time Senior Manager position is available, requiring Japanese language proficiency. The role involves preparing tax returns, tax provisions, transfer pricing, and providing tax consultation services. The Senior Manager will serve as a primary client contact, lead training sessions, and support the career development of tax staff. Managing small to mid-size clients and contributing to business development and client relationships are key responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Review complex tax returns including corporate, dual-status, expatriate individual, and partnership filings.
• Review correspondence prepared by staff for federal and state tax authorities and interact directly with tax auditors.
• Research and interpret tax laws related to client transactions, audits, and filings; review research prepared by team members.
• Analyze and prepare complex transfer pricing studies and tax provisions for financial statements.
• Lead client meetings, respond promptly to client requests, and provide tax consultation.
• Serve as the main client contact, ensuring client satisfaction and identifying opportunities for additional services.
• Communicate effectively in both oral and written forms to build business relationships.
• Maintain and expand tax knowledge, including specialized areas.
• Plan and manage multiple tax engagements, overseeing the work of staff, seniors, and managers to meet deadlines and budgets.
• Foster positive working relationships within a diverse team and promote respect among team members.
• Monitor and encourage effective use of technology within the engagement team.
• Motivate, train, and coach team members for professional development.
• Conduct performance reviews and provide feedback to staff, seniors, and managers.
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure cooperation and alignment.
• Manage engagements with consultation from partners and principals.
• Participate actively in marketing, proposal efforts, and recruiting talent.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Accounting or a tax concentration within an accounting program from an accredited institution.
• CPA or EA license required.
• Minimum of 10 years of tax service experience in a public accounting firm.
• Experience as a Tax Manager is a plus.
• Experience preparing individual, business, benefit fund, real estate, and exempt organization tax returns.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency with tax accounting software, Excel, and Word.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Business-level proficiency in English and Japanese is required.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple projects and personnel simultaneously.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $140,000 - $190,000 annually.
• Teleworking options available.
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid sick and vacation time.
• Paid volunteer time off and matching donations.
• Referral bonus program.
• Incentives for CPA/EA licenses and reimbursement for professional memberships.

Note: Benefits may vary depending on specific employment terms.