CPA / Tax Accountant (US Individual Tax – Form 1040) – Remote
Company Overview Our client is a finance and advisory firm that supports founders, CEOs, and CFOs with outsourced accounting, tax, and financial operations. They work with businesses and individuals across industries — including real estate, SaaS, and investment firms — helping them manage bookkeeping, tax compliance, and financial reporting without building a full in-house team. Because the work directly impacts tax compliance, financial accuracy, and client outcomes, precision and reliability are critical. Mistakes here don’t just create internal issues — they can affect filings, liabilities, and client trust. Your Role We’re hiring a CPA / Tax Accountant to support US individual tax preparation (Form 1040). This is an execution-focused role. You’ll work closely with senior tax professionals and be responsible for preparing returns, organizing client documentation, and supporting filings with a high level of accuracy. This is not a strategy-heavy or advisory role — the focus is on doing the work well, consistently, and on time. Strong communication is essential. You’ll be working in a remote team supporting US-based clients, so clarity and responsiveness matter. You’ll:
- Prepare US individual tax returns (Form 1040) under supervision
- Work with supporting documents (W-2s, 1099s, deductions, credits)
- Support tax filings and compliance processes
- Organize and review client financial documentation
- Assist senior accountants with tax preparation and deliverables
- Ensure documentation is complete, accurate, and audit-ready
- Track deadlines and support timely submissions during tax cycles
- Communicate clearly with internal teams on progress, blockers, and updates
You Bring:
- 2–5+ years of experience in accounting or tax roles
- Hands-on experience with US individual tax returns (Form 1040)
- CPA (completed or in progress preferred)
- Strong understanding of tax basics (income, deductions, credits)
- Good written and spoken English (critical for this role)
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to follow structured processes and meet deadlines
- Comfort working in a remote, distributed team
Bonus Points:
- Experience working with US-based clients or firms
- Experience in tax season environments (high volume of returns)
- Familiarity with tools like QuickBooks, tax software, or Excel
- EA (Enrolled Agent) certification or similar
- Exposure to industries like real estate, SaaS, or investment funds
What’s Offered:
- Fully remote contractor role
- Work aligned with U.S. business hours (overlap required)
- Competitive USD compensation (based on experience)
- 20 days PTO + U.S. holidays
- High exposure to US tax work and real-world client scenarios
- Opportunity to grow within a fast-moving finance team
Interview Process 1️⃣ Application review 2️⃣ Recruiter screen — experience and alignment 4️⃣ Hiring manager interview — technical depth and approach to tax work 5️⃣ Short challenge to assess skills 6️⃣ Final conversation — expectations and team fit Important Note This role requires strong English communication and real experience with US individual tax (Form 1040). Candidates without hands-on experience in Form 1040 preparation or with limited communication ability will not be considered. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job