US Tax Preparer

Overview

The organization is seeking a detail-oriented and dependable U.S. Tax Preparer to provide dedicated tax preparation support to U.S.-based CPA, accounting, and tax firms.

This role involves collecting and organizing client tax information, preparing federal and state tax returns, completing supporting workpapers, identifying missing documentation, and addressing review comments. Depending on client requirements and the candidate’s experience, responsibilities may include individual, partnership, S corporation, C corporation, fiduciary, and nonprofit tax returns.

Work will be performed remotely from the Philippines, with collaboration alongside an assigned U.S. client during aligned business hours. The ideal candidate has practical experience preparing U.S. tax returns, strong accounting fundamentals, proficiency with professional tax software, and the ability to produce accurate work under strict filing deadlines.

Responsibilities

Depending on client requirements, responsibilities may include:

• Prepare and maintain financial records in compliance with U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (US GAAP).
• Perform month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities.
• Prepare journal entries, general ledger reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Assist with the preparation and review of financial statements and management reports.
• Analyze financial data and investigate account variances.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of accounting records.
• Support external audits, financial reviews, and client inquiries.
• Research and apply relevant US GAAP guidance to accounting transactions.
• Collaborate with internal teams and client stakeholders to resolve accounting issues.
• Assist with process improvement, documentation, and internal control initiatives.
• Support special accounting projects and ad hoc financial reporting requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Accounting experience, preferably with exposure to US GAAP.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting principles and accounting standards.
• Experience with account reconciliations and general ledger management.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• Effective written and verbal English communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA, ACCA, CMA, or equivalent professional certification.
• Public accounting or accounting firm experience.
• Experience supporting U.S.-based clients.
• Knowledge of SOX compliance and internal controls.
• Experience with ERP and accounting platforms such as NetSuite, QuickBooks, Sage Intacct, Oracle, SAP, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar systems.
• Experience working remotely with international teams.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation based on skills and experience.
• Long-term career growth and professional development.

Location

• Remote (Philippines)
• Must collaborate with an assigned U.S. client during aligned business hours.