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CPA / Tax Accountant (US Individual Tax – Form 1040) πŸ§ΎπŸ“Š – Remote

Key Facts

Remote From: 
Full time
Senior (5-10 years)
English

Other Skills

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    Microsoft Excel
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    Time Management
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    Teamwork
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    Communication
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    Virtual Collaboration

Roles & Responsibilities

  • 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)

Requirements:

  • 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

Job description

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 β€” including real estate, SaaS, and investment firms β€” 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 β€” 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 β€” 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 β€” experience and alignment

4️⃣ Hiring manager interview β€” technical depth and approach to tax work

5️⃣ Short challenge to assess skills

6️⃣ Final conversation β€” expectations and team fit


πŸ”΄ 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.

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