Job Overview

Our client is looking for a high-caliber Canada-US Cross-Border Tax Specialist to join a fast-growing real estate investment group. This is a specialized role designed for a professional who can bridge the gap between complex US and Canadian tax jurisdictions. For most of the year, you will function as a core member of the finance team; however, during tax season, you will shift into high-gear to own the preparation and compliance for Canadian-domiciled partners with significant US holdings. This position is a high-impact alternative to costly external firms, offering you the chance to work directly under a CPA-qualified principal in a sophisticated investment environment.

Client Overview

A premier real estate investment firm specializing in capital-efficient ground lease acquisitions across major markets like Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Washington, DC. They manage a complex partner base with cross-border tax needs and are scaling their internal finance function to maintain precision and reduce reliance on external providers.

Schedule

• Monday – Friday, US Eastern Time business hours (40 hours per week)

Independent Contractor Perks

• Permanent work from home
• Immediate hiring
• Health Insurance Coverage for eligible locations

Responsibilities

• Cross-Border Tax Prep: Prepare US and Canadian personal and corporate tax returns for partners with cross-border investment exposure.
• Documentation Management: Own all supporting schedules, workpapers, and documentation required for accurate filings.
• Compliance Tracking: Monitor and manage tax deadlines across multiple jurisdictions to ensure 100% timely compliance.
• Partner Liaison: Proactively gather income, distribution, and investment data from high-net-worth partners.
• Finance Support: Outside of tax season, support the broader team with bookkeeping, financial reporting, and general accounting tasks.
• Risk Mitigation: Identify and flag potential risk areas related to cross-border obligations and coordinate with external advisors when specialist sign-off is required.

Requirements

• Expertise: Demonstrated experience in Canada-US cross-border taxation (Non-negotiable).
• Tax Code Knowledge: Deep understanding of US federal and state tax codes as they apply to foreign investors.
• Preparation Skills: Comfortable independently preparing complex individual and entity-level returns.
• Technical Literacy: Proficiency with modern financial platforms and document management systems.
• Communication: Professional English proficiency with the ability to communicate complex tax concepts clearly.
• Reliability: High-speed internet and a professional home office setup suitable for handling sensitive financial data.

Qualifications

• CPA qualification or an equivalent accounting credential (Highly Preferred).
• Experience with Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs), ground leases, or partnership taxation (A Significant Plus).
• Background working within a Family Office or with High-Net-Worth Individuals (Preferred).
• Strong analytical skills with a "first-time accuracy" mindset.

Why Join This Team:

• Remote role with stable, long-term engagement
• Work alongside a senior leadership team that includes a qualified CPA
• Meaningful, high-impact work — your output directly replaces costly external spend
• Variety across tax season and general finance work year-round
• Competitive USD compensation benchmarked to the specialization
• Ground-floor opportunity with a growing alternative investment firm

Side Note

This is a permanent work-from-home role under an Independent Contractor arrangement. Candidates must have their own reliable computer and high-speed internet connection, and are responsible for their own taxes and benefits. Professional hourly fees are established based on your performance in the application process.

Reminder

Please follow the provided link to BruntWork’s Career Site to finish your initial application requirements, including the assessment questions, technical check, and voice recording. Submissions with all requirements fulfilled will receive priority review.