Tax Principal - International focus

This is a rare opportunity to join an established firm as a senior leader, with a clear path to long-term practice leadership. We are seeking an experienced international tax professional who is ready to step into a key role, work with an established book of business, and help shape the future of our international services.At Perkins & Co, we hire great people and give them a great place to work. Our success is rooted in a collaborative culture, strong community values, and a commitment to continuous improvement. Our leaders are hands-on professionals who value teamwork, technical excellence, and meaningful client relationships.What's in it for you?As a Tax Principal, you'll step into a well-established, diversified international tax practice—without the pressure of building a book from scratch. This role offers immediate leadership visibility, meaningful influence within the practice, and the opportunity to play a central role in its continued growth and evolution.You'll work closely with a tight-knit leadership group, serve as a key international tax subject matter expert, and continue growing the practice through client service, collaboration, and business development. And you'll be doing it at a firm consistently ranked among Oregon's Most Admired Companies.The RoleThis is a leadership role for someone with broad U.S. international tax expertise, spanning both inbound and outbound work across planning, consulting, and compliance. Because many of our clients live or operate across borders, the work naturally blends complex international tax planning with practical U.S. domestic compliance.The successful candidate will bring deep technical experience advising both business and individual clients on inbound and outbound international tax matters, and will be equally comfortable moving between international and U.S. tax work. In this role, you'll serve as one of the firm's go-to resources on international tax issues while also maintaining the ability to review and sign U.S. federal tax returns.The existing book of business is well balanced and includes closely held and mid-sized international businesses, international individuals, and privately held entities. The work reflects a strong mix of corporate and individual international tax, including cross-border individual planning and trust and estate considerations.This practice also supports a meaningful Japanese-speaking client base. Japanese language fluency is not required, as language support is provided elsewhere; however, comfort collaborating cross-culturally and supporting Japanese clients is important.Preference will be given to candidates located in the Pacific Northwest, or those willing to relocate to Portland, Oregon in the next 12 months.ResponsibilitiesProvide consultative and compliance expertise in U.S. international tax, including inbound and outbound planning and structuringServe as a key international tax expert and resource for firm leadership and staffReview and sign U.S. federal tax returns, including returns with complex international componentsManage and grow client relationships, ensuring high‑quality service and trusted advisor statusLead strategy, profitability, and growth initiatives for the international tax practiceCollaborate across service lines to support international clientsMentor and develop team members through coaching, feedback, and technical guidanceParticipate in business development efforts, with an annual goal of approximately $100KStay current on evolving international tax laws and communicate relevant changes to clients and internal teamsRequirementsActive CPA license 10+ years of progressive public accounting experience (large local, regional, or Big 4 preferred), with at least 50% of that time spent in a manager capacityDeep expertise in U.S. international tax, including inbound and outbound planning and compliance (e.g., Subpart F, GILTI, FTC, PFICs, FDII, BEAT, FIRPTA)Proficiency with international tax forms (1120F, 5471, 5472, 1118, 8865, 8858, 8621, 8992, 8993, 8833), 3520, 8854Strong foundation in core U.S. tax compliance, with the ability to review and sign returnsExperience advising corporate and individual international clientsCollaborative leadership style with a hands‑on, client‑focused approachStrong communication skills and the ability to explain complex issues clearlyInterest in long‑term practice leadershipWhy Perkins & Co?Being a leader at Perkins & Co means more than technical expertise—it's about collaboration, mentorship, and making an impact. We value diverse perspectives, invest in our people, and believe great work happens in a supportive, ego-free environment.This role is a strong fit for an experienced international tax professional who wants influence, leadership opportunity, and the ability to help shape and grow a respected international tax practice within a firm known for its culture and stability.BenefitsThe salary range for this role is $190K - $225K annually, varying DOE. Compensation may be adjusted for those who live in areas with a higher cost of labor than Portland, OR.We also offer comprehensive health benefits, a 401(k) profit sharing plan with immediate vesting of employer contributions; 14.5 paid holidays; 6 weeks of paid time off (PTO); and the Perkins Paid Leave Plan, which provides up to 12 weeks of paid leave for bonding with a new child, medical care for yourself or a family member, and other needs.A Company That Makes You Feels GoodWe don't like to brag, but we have some significant accolades under our belt—all thanks to our passionate teams. At Perkins, we feel good about our work and love that our community feels good about it, too.Majority women-owned 3rd Most Diverse Accounting Firm in Portland Metro (Portland Business Journal) Best of Accounting Diamond Award for Exceptional Client Service (ClearlyRated) 17 years on Oregon's Most Admired Companies list (Portland Business Journal) America's Best Tax and Accounting Firms (Forbes)We AAM to Serve award for Corporate Philanthropic Efforts (Association for Accounting Marketing)Best Accountant of Portland (Willamette Week reader's poll)Questions?Email Julie Brodell-Martin, Talent Acquisition Manager, at careers@perkinsaccounting.comPerkins & Co is an Equal Opportunity Employer