Principal- International Tax

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Established in 1980, Berkowitz Pollack Brant (BPB) is a certified public accounting firm with a longstanding presence in South Florida and New York. BPB has earned a strong reputation for delivering high-quality tax, assurance, and advisory services and has been consistently recognized among the top 100 accounting firms in the United States.

Effective January 1, 2026, BPB was acquired by and combined with Baker Tilly, a leading global advisory, tax, and assurance firm. During this transition period, the firm operates as Berkowitz Pollack Brant × Baker Tilly, reflecting our integration into Baker Tilly’s expansive national and global network, enhanced resources, and broad range of opportunities.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to providing career opportunities to firm members of all races, genders, sexual orientations, and beliefs.

As a Principal in International Tax Services, you will serve as a senior leader responsible for driving the strategy, growth, and delivery of the firm’s international tax services. You will advise complex U.S. and foreign multinational clients on high-impact international tax matters, lead significant client relationships, and play a key role in business development, practice expansion, and talent development. This role is designed for a seasoned professional on the path to partnership.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee complex international tax engagements, providing strategic advisory services to U.S. and foreign multinational clients across a broad range of industries.

• Serve as a trusted advisor to executive-level client stakeholders on international tax planning, structuring, compliance, and risk management matters.

• Develop and implement global tax strategies that align U.S. and foreign tax laws, optimizing worldwide tax positions for clients.

• Drive practice growth through business development, including originating new client relationships, expanding services within existing accounts, and collaborating across Baker Tilly’s national and global network.

• Monitor and interpret global tax developments and proactively advise clients and internal teams on emerging issues, opportunities, and risks.

• Lead and mentor Directors, Senior Managers, Managers, and staff, fostering a high-performing, collaborative team culture.

• Provide strategic oversight of international tax compliance for individuals, corporations, partnerships, trusts, and estates, ensuring quality, consistency, and risk management.

• Collaborate with Partners and firm leadership to shape international tax service offerings, pricing strategies, and market positioning.

• Champion cross-functional collaboration with other tax, advisory, and assurance practices to deliver integrated client solutions.

• Represent the firm externally through thought leadership, speaking engagements, and participation in professional and industry organizations.

• Play an active role in recruiting, developing, and retaining top international tax talent.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of ten years of progressive tax consulting experience, with deep expertise in international taxation.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; CPA certification required.

• Master’s in Taxation, LL.M. in Taxation, or JD strongly preferred.

• Significant experience with a large public accounting firm or large law firm.

• Advanced knowledge of inbound and outbound international taxation.

• Extensive experience in international estate and gift tax planning.

• Strong expertise in foreign trust matters, including foreign grantor and non-grantor trusts.

• Proven experience advising multinational corporations on complex international transactions, including transfer pricing, foreign tax credits, and cross-border structuring.

• Demonstrated success in business development, client relationship management, and practice growth.

• Strong leadership, mentoring, and team development capabilities.

• Excellent communication, presentation, and executive-level advisory skills.

What We Offer:

• A competitive and equitable workplace.

• Significant opportunities for professional growth and advancement toward partnership.

• Access to Baker Tilly’s expansive national and global platform, resources, and client opportunities.

• A diverse, inclusive, and collaborative culture that values leadership, innovation, and excellence.

• An entrepreneurial environment for professionals who thrive on growth, influence, and building lasting client relationships.

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!