International Tax Reporting And Compliance

Lazard is one of the world’s leading financial advisory and asset management firms. Our people make the difference. With just over 3,000 employees, our tight-knit community allows for professionals eager to learn and willing to teach to connect and grow together. We believe that diversity, equity, inclusion, and allyship are not just business imperatives — they are central pillars ofour employee experience. Our entrepreneurial culture and flat structure allow creative ideas and original concepts to drive our business forward — and for careers to take flight.

Lazard’s Corporate functions empower strategic decision-making and ensure continued success of our firm. From Finance & Tax to Information Technology and Human Resources, our colleagues around the globe support our financial advisory and asset management business lines in many ways. By utilizing the latest technology, these integral groups make sure our businesses are compliant, operationally efficient, and profitable.

We’ll trust you to:

• Prepare/Review specialized tax calculations such as GILTI, Subpart F, §163(j) limitation, Interest expense deduction according to §882-5, §987, §986(c), APB 23, DCL’s, ATAD 2, FTC, BEAT, etc.
• Prepare/Review information required for Partnership Schedule K-2/K3’s.
• Manage tax planning scenarios and quantify tax impact on global tax positions including foreign tax credit optimization.
• Respond to IRS notices and handle audits as necessary.
• Review US Corporate International income tax provision under ASC 740, including effective tax rate, deferred tax account validations, return to accrual and journal entries during the quarter and year-end close process.
• Manage and provide guidance to a direct report who prepares most of the analyses.
• Be proficient in tax research using BNA, CCH, etc.
• Assist with special projects including but not limited to: tax basis balance sheets, E&P calculations, basis calculations, performance of complex allocations, tax technology and process transformation.
• Specialize in US International Income taxes including inbound and outbound taxation.
• Provide necessary information with SOX 404 requirements, maintenance, and documentation.
• Prepare/Review corporate tax filings including, federal and state income tax 1120-F returns, 5471’s, estimated taxes and extensions, CbCR, 5471, 1118, 8990, 8991, 8992, 8993, etc.
• Liaise with Finance & Tax personnel, and Auditors to ensure proper completion and consistency of the U.S. GAAP tax provision and income tax returns.

You’ll need to have:

• Knowledge of OneSOURCE Income Tax and ONESOURCE Tax Provision a plus.)
• Ability to articulate complex issues and themes to management and strong communication skillset.
• Experience in public accounting and/or industry a plus but not mandatory.
• Bachelor’s in accounting; CPA and/or Master's degree in tax preferred but not mandatory.
• Ability to operate and provide support in an extremely fast-paced complex tax environment.
• Knowledge of UiPath or Alteryx a plus but not mandatory.
• Knowledge of withholding tax forms such as Form 1042 / Form 8804, etc.
• Proficient knowledge of Excel & the ability to handle large volumes of data with accuracy.

Does this sound like you?

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What we offer

We strive to enhance the total health and well-being of our employees through comprehensive, competitive benefits. Our goal is to offer a highly individualized employee experience that enables you to balance your commitments to career, family, and community. When you work for Lazard, you are working for an organization that cares about your unique talents and passions and will continue to invest in the development of your career.

Diversity and Inclusion at Lazard

Lazard is an intellectual capital business focused on delivering the best advice and solutions to clients. Achieving these objectives requires us to identify, develop and retain the best talent. A workforce comprised of people with varied backgrounds and experiences creates a rich diversity of thought that empowers us to challenge conventional wisdom, as diverse perspectives lead to better decisions.

Our appreciation of diversity’s strength is ingrained in our multi-cultural heritage. As a global firm that has grown organically from local roots in different countries, we have a deep tradition of respect for individual differences, which has been core to our success for several decades.

The ongoing cultivation of diversity and an inclusive, equitable culture are essential to our continued growth. We are committed to sustaining an environment in which all employees – regardless of socioeconomic status, race, color, nationality, religion, gender, sexual orientation, physical abilities, veteran or military status – can bring their whole selves to work to maximize their individual potential and our collective success.

We expect the base salary range for this role to be approximately $170,000 - $190,000. Various factors contribute to determining the actual base compensation offered, including but not limited to the applicant’s years of relevant experience, career tenure, qualifications, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, relevant skills for the role, and if applicable, the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. Base salary is one component of Lazard Corporate’s compensation package, which also includes comprehensive benefits and may include incentive compensation.

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