Tax Staff - Human Capital - Global Mobility-Houston

Ernst & Young, a global leader in professional services, is committed to restoring the public’s trust in professional services firms and in the quality of financial reporting. Our 107,000 people in 140 countries pursue the highest levels of integrity, quality, and professionalism in providing a range of sophisticated services centered on auditing, accounting, tax, and transactions. We strive to help all of our people achieve both their professional and personal goals through an inclusive environment that values everyone's contributions, appreciates diversity of thought, fosters growth, and provides continuous opportunities for development. Recognized by organizations such as Fortune, Working Mother, and Training magazine, Ernst & Young continually strives to be a great place to work.
Job Description:
A company's "people investment" is one of its most significant investments. Ernst & Young believes this with respect to our own people as well as our clients' international assignees. The EY culture is one of respect, flexibility, and teamwork. We expect our people to interact respectfully with each other as well as with our clients. We value hard work and client service while recognizing the need for flexibility to address non-work needs/desires. Our Human Capital practice focuses on assisting clients in managing the cost and risks involved in their Human Resource plans, programs and systems. Within Human Capital, Global Mobility professionals work with our clients in administering their international assignment programs by delivering expatriate tax filing and assignment-related calculations; developing and implementing policies and strategic tax planning solutions; assisting clients with program administration (piecemeal or full outsouring); advising on employee compensation, including foreign payroll issues, international implications of equity plans, etc.; and providing other international assignment-related projects/services. We currently have a career opportunity for a Tax Staff professional in our Global Mobility practice. Staff utilize cutting-edge technology and work with team-oriented colleagues. Responsibilities Learn and continuously increase understanding of expatriate tax issues. Prepare accurate, quality US tax returns for assignees. Prepare international assignment-related calculations such as tax cost projections, tax equalization calculations, hypothetical tax calculations, etc. Research various topics such as technical or treaty interpretation/application, regulatory issues, and payroll matters; prepare related communications for the client for the supervisor’s review. Develop collaborative relationships with our clients and internal colleagues. Develop client service, engagement and financial management skills. Assist Partners, Senior Managers, and Managers on special projects, proposals and new business opportunities, as requested.Ernst & Young LLP, an equal opportunity employer, values the diversity of our work force and the knowledge of our people.
REQUIREMENTS
Qualifications: To qualify, candidates must have: a bachelor's degree in a related field general knowledge or coursework in tax laws excellent interpersonal, analytical, and problem-solving ability strong written and verbal communication skills a commitment to learning and a tax technology environment PC proficiency, including MS Office