Zerega Consulting Services, LLC

Enrolled Agent Opportunity with an internationally recognized professional services firm in their Calgary office! This position offers the opportunity to work with a team of professionals whose expertise in cross-border tax is second to none, make an impact, see the positive results of your actions, and play an integral role in the firm’s success through your efforts. This associate will work with a team of Canadian and US lawyers and accounts.

Responsibilities:

• Ability to demonstrate understanding of US tax concepts as they relate to US Personal federal income tax compliance, including US income tax return preparation. 
• Experience in the preparation and review of US personal tax returns for clients, including Form 1040, 1040NR, FBAR (FinCen 114) and related schedules. 
• Experience in dealing with the IRS and handling client notices. 
• Experience in preparing 5471 and 8621 (PFICs) are considered as asset but not required. 
• US Corporate income tax knowledge a plus.
• Accountable for engagement planning with senior staff members. 

Requirements:

• 3+ years of relevant US tax experience. 
• Must have the Enrolled Agent designation. 
• Demonstrated skills in the areas of time management, communication, interpersonal skills, relationship building, collaboration, and problem solving. 
• Results-oriented with a sense of urgency. Quick learner, self-starter and exudes a 'can do' attitude. 
• Passion to learn and grow, and be an integral part of a high-performing team. 

About Zerega Consulting:

Zerega Consulting is a woman-owned and managed legal recruiting and consulting company. Founded in 2003, their boutique search firm caters to attorneys at all levels from managing partners to associates throughout the United States.