Ethan
CPA, IRS Enrolled Agent, US Expat and Foreign Owned LLC Tax Expert
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Senior Expat & International Corporate Tax Specialist
Tax Planning and Tax Strategy In Chambersburg, Pennsylvania | Your Accountant, • Freelance
Apr 2021 - Present • 5 yrs 7 mos
As a Senior Expat & International Corporate Tax Specialist at A Prestigious US Accounting Firm Placeholder, I have cultivated a deep-domain expertise by spearheading complex compliance projects for a diverse, global clientele. My career has been dedicated to untangling the procedural complexities that non-resident US LLC owners and expatriated citizens face when dealing with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). This role required a meticulous understanding of not only the tax code but also the intricate treaties and specialized regulations governing cross-border financial activities. I do not merely prepare forms; I manage the entire regulatory lifespan of my clients' US interests. A cornerstone of my practice involves the end-to-end management of foreign-owned US LLCs. This includes strategic advisory during the entity formation phase, often advising non-residents to register a Wyoming LLC due to its privacy and asset protection benefits. I manage the full spectrum of registration, ensuring seamless acquisition of Employer Identification Numbers (EINs) and navigating the varying state-level requirements to secure the necessary Sales Tax License and Reseller Permits, a critical step often overlooked by global entrepreneurs. Once formed, I enforce total compliance, minimizing penalty risk—which often starts at $25,000 per violation. I specialize in the demanding preparation of IRS Form 5472 and Form 1120 Pro Forma. My process involves an immersive financial review to categorize reportable transactions, ensuring that every related-party transaction is disclosed with audit-proof precision. I seamlessly handle surrounding corporate elections and filings, including Form 2553 (S-Corp Election), Form 8832 (Entity Classification), and protective claim filings like Form 843. Partnering with me guarantees an unmatched level of technical expertise and obsessive attention to detail.