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Get Access To All JobsAre you a process-oriented thinker with experience in international tax compliance? Do phrases like "best practices," "leading edge technology," and "maximum efficiency" pique your interest? Do you enjoy providing international compliance and process improvement advice to U.S and foreign multinational clients that have complex data and transactions to report? If you answered "Yes" to any of these questions, you should consider a career in the national international Compliance & Reporting Services (iCRS) group within Deloitte's International Tax practice.
As a Tax Manager, you will work within an engagement team and draw on experience in accounting and taxation to provide tax compliance and tax process advisory services to multinational clients. You will transform complex data and analyze cross-border transactions using leading edge technology and best practices to meet international tax compliance requirements:
- Advise clients on their technology and international tax reporting processes.
- Combine tax technical and technology skills to bring new and innovative processes and solutions to our clients.
- Provide international tax compliance services, technology and process advice to clients to help them manage their multi-national tax compliance function.
The team
At Deloitte Tax LLP, our national iCRS team helps multinational clients with their international compliance tax needs. We offer a full range of international tax compliance services and work collaboratively with our International Tax client service teams to help clients meet the challenges of a rapidly evolving market and regulatory environment. Our team members are highly knowledgeable and have diverse backgrounds in tax compliance, including tax technical compliance and reporting requirements, Pillar II compliance, process and technology enhancement, advanced calculations, and compliance and reporting for inbound and outbound businesses.
Qualifications
Required:
- Ability to perform job responsibilities within a hybrid work model that requires US Tax professionals to co-locate in person 2-3 days per week
- Limited immigration sponsorship may be available
- 5+ years' experience providing tax compliance services or preparing and reviewing client work, with a focus on international taxation
- Bachelor's degree
- Advanced technology skills include the following: Advanced Excel, VBA, Alteryx, and Power Query, Power BI, and/or Python + Advanced Excel includes the demonstration and use of formulas such as Index Match, SumIf, Xlookup, and other data analytical formulas
- Advanced international compliance software skills including the following: Corptax and/or Thompson Reuters OneSource + Full use and knowledge of the international modules of either software system is desired. Includes using software to perform calculations for sub-f, GILTI, 163(j), and FTC. Knowledge of global trial balance imports, E&P automation, and analytical analysis of software results is also desired.
- Experience performing tax calculations (i.e., sub-f, GILTI, FDII, 163(j), FTCBEAT)
- Experience in U.S. tax return compliance requirements, e.g., Form 5471, Form 8858, Form 8865, Schedules K-2/K-3, Form 8990, Form 8991, Form 8992, Form 8993, Form 8975, and Form 1118
- Experience with foreign tax credit (FTC) planning including gathering income sourcing data and performing computations of FTC
- Technical understanding of Pillar II rules, and general knowledge of Pillar II compliance processes
- Ability to travel up to 30%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve
- One of the following active accreditations obtained:
- Licensed CPA in state of practice/primary office if eligible to sit for the CPA
- If not CPA eligible, one of the other designations listed below based on role requirements and business approval:
- Licensed Attorney
- Enrolled Agent
- Technology Certifications
- CBAP - Certified Business Analysis Professional
- Certified SAFe Lean Portfolio Manager
- Certified SAFe Architect
- Certified SAFe Agile Software Engineer
- Certified SAFe Product Owner / Product Manager
- Certified SAFe Agilist
- Certified SAFe Advanced Scrum Master
- Certified SAFe® Scrum Master
- Certified SAFe® DevOps Practitioner
- Certified SAFe® Practitioner
- Microsoft Certified Solutions Developer (MCSD)
- Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE)
- Professional Scrum Product Owner (PSCPO) - SCRUM.org and Project Management Professional (PMP)
- CBAP - Certified Business Analysis Professional
- Program Management Professional (PgMP)
- Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO)
- Professional Scrum Developer™ (PSD)
- Certified Scrum Developer (CSD)
- QAI Global Institute Certification
- Open Group Certified Architect (Open CA)
- Open Group Certified IT Specialist (Open CITS)
- IASA's Certified IT Architect (CITA) (Level F or A)
- AWS Certified Solutions Architect
- Microsoft Azure
- Microsoft MCSD Certification
- MCSD: Web Applications
- MCSD: SharePoint
- MCSD: Application Lifecycle Management Solutions Developer
- Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional (CSSLP) -(ISC)2
- Oracle Certified Professional
- Java: Java EE Enterprise Architect 5+, Java SE 5+Programmer, Java EE 5+ Web Component Developer
- ISTQB (International Software Testing Qualifications Board)
- UX or UX Master Certification
- Alteryx Designer- Advanced Certification
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
- Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional (CSSLP)
- ASQ - American Society for Quality - Software Quality Engineer
- SEI - Software Engineering Institute Certification
- Lifecycle Management and Advanced Functional Testing Certifications (HP)
- Project Management; Professional (PMP)
- Six Sigma (Green or Black Belt)
- ITIL Certification
- Other: Vendor certification for management of implementations (Oracle, SAP, Thomson Reuters, etc.) or relevant industry certification such as Microsoft Certified Solutions Developer (MCSD), AWS (Amazon Web Services) or GCP (Google Cloud Platform)
Preferred:
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with the ability to work on multiple projects at once
- Strong understanding of International tax process improvements and other areas affecting international tax such as, earnings and profits studies, outside tax basis analyses, transfer pricing, debt capacity analyses, amended returns, and PTEP analysis.
- Previous Big 4 experience, public accounting or consulting experience
- Previous multinational corporate experience
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Deloitte, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $103,320 to $235,170. You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.
Information for applicants with a need for accommodation: https://www2.deloitte.com/us/en/pages/careers/articles/join-deloitte-assistance-for-disabled-applicants.html
Are you a process-oriented thinker with experience in international tax compliance? Do phrases like "best practices," "leading edge technology," and "maximum efficiency" pique your interest? Do you enjoy providing international compliance and process improvement advice to U.S and foreign multinational clients that have complex data and transactions to report? If you answered "Yes" to any of these questions, you should consider a career in the national international Compliance & Reporting Services (iCRS) group within Deloitte's International Tax practice.
As a Tax Manager, you will work within an engagement team and draw on experience in accounting and taxation to provide tax compliance and tax process advisory services to multinational clients. You will transform complex data and analyze cross-border transactions using leading edge technology and best practices to meet international tax compliance requirements:
- Advise clients on their technology and international tax reporting processes.
- Combine tax technical and technology skills to bring new and innovative processes and solutions to our clients.
- Provide international tax compliance services, technology and process advice to clients to help them manage their multi-national tax compliance function.
The team
At Deloitte Tax LLP, our national iCRS team helps multinational clients with their international compliance tax needs. We offer a full range of international tax compliance services and work collaboratively with our International Tax client service teams to help clients meet the challenges of a rapidly evolving market and regulatory environment. Our team members are highly knowledgeable and have diverse backgrounds in tax compliance, including tax technical compliance and reporting requirements, Pillar II compliance, process and technology enhancement, advanced calculations, and compliance and reporting for inbound and outbound businesses.
Qualifications
Required:
- Ability to perform job responsibilities within a hybrid work model that requires US Tax professionals to co-locate in person 2-3 days per week
- Limited immigration sponsorship may be available
- 5+ years' experience providing tax compliance services or preparing and reviewing client work, with a focus on international taxation
- Bachelor's degree
- Advanced technology skills include the following: Advanced Excel, VBA, Alteryx, and Power Query, Power BI, and/or Python + Advanced Excel includes the demonstration and use of formulas such as Index Match, SumIf, Xlookup, and other data analytical formulas
- Advanced international compliance software skills including the following: Corptax and/or Thompson Reuters OneSource + Full use and knowledge of the international modules of either software system is desired. Includes using software to perform calculations for sub-f, GILTI, 163(j), and FTC. Knowledge of global trial balance imports, E&P automation, and analytical analysis of software results is also desired.
- Experience performing tax calculations (i.e., sub-f, GILTI, FDII, 163(j), FTCBEAT)
- Experience in U.S. tax return compliance requirements, e.g., Form 5471, Form 8858, Form 8865, Schedules K-2/K-3, Form 8990, Form 8991, Form 8992, Form 8993, Form 8975, and Form 1118
- Experience with foreign tax credit (FTC) planning including gathering income sourcing data and performing computations of FTC
- Technical understanding of Pillar II rules, and general knowledge of Pillar II compliance processes
- Ability to travel up to 30%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve
- One of the following active accreditations obtained:
- Licensed CPA in state of practice/primary office if eligible to sit for the CPA
- If not CPA eligible, one of the other designations listed below based on role requirements and business approval:
- Licensed Attorney
- Enrolled Agent
- Technology Certifications
- CBAP - Certified Business Analysis Professional
- Certified SAFe Lean Portfolio Manager
- Certified SAFe Architect
- Certified SAFe Agile Software Engineer
- Certified SAFe Product Owner / Product Manager
- Certified SAFe Agilist
- Certified SAFe Advanced Scrum Master
- Certified SAFe® Scrum Master
- Certified SAFe® DevOps Practitioner
- Certified SAFe® Practitioner
- Microsoft Certified Solutions Developer (MCSD)
- Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE)
- Professional Scrum Product Owner (PSCPO) - SCRUM.org and Project Management Professional (PMP)
- CBAP - Certified Business Analysis Professional
- Program Management Professional (PgMP)
- Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO)
- Professional Scrum Developer™ (PSD)
- Certified Scrum Developer (CSD)
- QAI Global Institute Certification
- Open Group Certified Architect (Open CA)
- Open Group Certified IT Specialist (Open CITS)
- IASA's Certified IT Architect (CITA) (Level F or A)
- AWS Certified Solutions Architect
- Microsoft Azure
- Microsoft MCSD Certification
- MCSD: Web Applications
- MCSD: SharePoint
- MCSD: Application Lifecycle Management Solutions Developer
- Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional (CSSLP) -(ISC)2
- Oracle Certified Professional
- Java: Java EE Enterprise Architect 5+, Java SE 5+Programmer, Java EE 5+ Web Component Developer
- ISTQB (International Software Testing Qualifications Board)
- UX or UX Master Certification
- Alteryx Designer- Advanced Certification
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
- Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional (CSSLP)
- ASQ - American Society for Quality - Software Quality Engineer
- SEI - Software Engineering Institute Certification
- Lifecycle Management and Advanced Functional Testing Certifications (HP)
- Project Management; Professional (PMP)
- Six Sigma (Green or Black Belt)
- ITIL Certification
- Other: Vendor certification for management of implementations (Oracle, SAP, Thomson Reuters, etc.) or relevant industry certification such as Microsoft Certified Solutions Developer (MCSD), AWS (Amazon Web Services) or GCP (Google Cloud Platform)
Preferred:
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with the ability to work on multiple projects at once
- Strong understanding of International tax process improvements and other areas affecting international tax such as, earnings and profits studies, outside tax basis analyses, transfer pricing, debt capacity analyses, amended returns, and PTEP analysis.
- Previous Big 4 experience, public accounting or consulting experience
- Previous multinational corporate experience
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Deloitte, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $103,320 to $235,170. You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.
Information for applicants with a need for accommodation: https://www2.deloitte.com/us/en/pages/careers/articles/join-deloitte-assistance-for-disabled-applicants.html
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Legal Business Associate
Lead with your dual expertise
Legal Business Associate roles attract candidates who blend legal knowledge with business operations skills. Highlight both in your resume and cover letter. Employers in corporate legal teams value candidates who understand contracts, compliance, and business processes equally well.
Target corporate legal departments first
In-house legal teams at mid-size and large companies are more OPT-friendly than small law firms. They have dedicated HR processes for work authorization and are accustomed to sponsoring or accommodating F-1 candidates through OPT and STEM OPT extensions.
Address your OPT timeline upfront
Be transparent about your OPT end date and STEM OPT eligibility early in conversations. Employers appreciate clarity. If your degree qualifies for the 24-month STEM extension, mention it directly since it significantly extends how long you can work before needing H-1B visa sponsorship.
Emphasize contract and compliance coursework
Legal Business Associates often handle contract review, regulatory compliance, and policy documentation. Coursework or projects in these areas, even from business or legal studies programs, are directly relevant. List specific courses or capstone projects that demonstrate hands-on exposure to legal business processes.
Research employers who have hired OPT candidates before
Not all employers are comfortable with OPT paperwork. Prioritize companies with a track record of hiring international students. Migrate Mate surfaces roles from employers already open to OPT candidates, which saves time and increases your chances of finding a receptive hiring team.
Get your EAD card before your start date
You cannot legally begin work until USCIS approves your OPT application and your EAD card arrives. Apply at least 90 days before your intended start date. Confirm your card reflects the correct employer or that your authorization type permits the role you are accepting.
Legal Business Associate OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Legal Business Associate role qualify for OPT work authorization?
Yes, in most cases. Legal Business Associate positions typically require a degree in business administration, legal studies, paralegal studies, or a related field, and OPT authorizes work directly related to your major. As long as the role aligns with your field of study, it qualifies. If your degree is in a STEM-adjacent field like business analytics or information systems, you may also be eligible for the 24-month STEM OPT extension.
Can I work as a Legal Business Associate at a law firm on OPT?
Yes, law firms do hire OPT students for Legal Business Associate roles, though in-house corporate legal departments are often more experienced with F-1 work authorization paperwork. Smaller firms may be less familiar with OPT requirements, so it helps to explain your authorization clearly during the hiring process. Larger firms with established HR teams tend to be better equipped to onboard international candidates without delays.
What happens if my OPT expires while I am working as a Legal Business Associate?
If your OPT expires and you have not secured an H-1B or another visa, you must stop working. To avoid a gap, plan ahead: apply for the STEM OPT extension if eligible, or work with your employer to file an H-1B petition before the April lottery deadline. Some Legal Business Associate employers, particularly in larger corporate legal departments, have experience sponsoring H-1B petitions for strong-performing associates.
How do I find Legal Business Associate jobs that are open to OPT candidates?
Many job postings do not explicitly state OPT eligibility, which makes it hard to know where to apply. Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and surfaces Legal Business Associate roles from employers who are open to candidates on work authorization. Browsing there filters out employers unlikely to sponsor or accommodate OPT timelines, saving you from applying to positions that will not move forward.
Does a Legal Business Associate role count as related employment for STEM OPT purposes?
It depends on your degree. If you graduated with a STEM-designated degree such as business analytics, management information systems, or a qualifying STEM business program, and the Legal Business Associate role uses those skills, it can qualify as related employment. You and your employer must certify the connection through Form I-983. Roles focused on legal data management, compliance analytics, or contract systems analysis are more straightforward to justify than purely administrative legal support roles.