US Tax Associate

Calgary, AB
On-site
Posted Oct 8, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Full-time
Minimum education: Professional degree
Posting language: English

Job summary

The associate will prepare and review US personal tax returns, including complex forms such as 1040, 5471, and 8621. They are also responsible for engagement planning and collaborating with a team of accountants, lawyers, and tax professionals.

Job details

The Role The rapidly growing team at Moodys Private Client LLP seek to add a US Tax Associate to its accounting team in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Moodys Private Client Accounting is part of Moodys Private Client and is home to a team of Canadian Chartered Professional Accountants and US Certified Public Accountants. Moodys Private Client is a firm that provides accounting and tax services primarily to clients in the US and Canada ranging in size from small owner-manager enterprises to large, privately held organizations, as well as individuals, trusts and partnerships. The candidate will work with a team of accountants, lawyers and tax professionals. A confident individual who demonstrates initiative and motivation toward continuous improvement of self and firm processes, and who operates with a sense of urgency, and is looking to add value to their clients in a meaningful way is recommended for this position. Primary Responsibilities * Demonstrate some 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 Forms 1040, 1040NR, FBAR (FinCen 114) and related schedules and in preparing 5471 and 8621 (PFICs) * US Corporate income tax knowledge is considered an asset * Accountable for engagement planning with senior staff members Skills And Experience * Minimum 2-3 years of relevant US tax experience * Demonstrated skills in the areas of time management, communication, interpersonal skills, relationship building, collaboration, and problem solving * Experience handling IRS disputes, audits and requests for information is nice to have, but not required * 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 Benefits * Dynamic Work Environment * Competitive Salary / Bonus * Health Insurance / Extended Benefit * Vacation Days / Personal Care Time * Subsidized Underground Parking * Professional Development * Free On-site Gym

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must have a minimum of 2-3 years of relevant US tax experience and a solid understanding of US federal income tax compliance. Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills are essential for this role.