US Tax Associate - Offshore

About the role

A fully remote, home-based position preparing US individual and business tax returns for offshore clients. The role covers peak-season deadlines and supports quarterly estimates, payroll tax filings and 1099 compliance.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare Form 1040 returns, including Schedules C, D and E
• Prepare business returns: 1065, 1120 and 1120-S, including K-1s
• Handle state returns and multi-state apportionment
• Prepare workpapers, reconcile trial balances and make tax-adjusting entries
• Research tax issues and draft responses to IRS and state notices
• Meet peak-season deadlines (March/April and September/October)
• Support quarterly estimates, payroll tax filings (941/940) and 1099 compliance

Required profile

• At least 12 months of hands-on US tax experience (essential)
• ACCA finalist or EA also considered; Enrolled Agent (EA) or working towards it desirable
• Strong written English for client communication
• Able to work US hours with a reliable internet connection and backup power
• Desirable: experience at an outsourcing firm or US CPA practice, and experience reviewing returns

Required skills

• Working knowledge of at least one tax software package
• Familiarity with QuickBooks Online or Xero

What we offer

• Competitive salary
• Fully remote, home-based work
• CPD support
• Exposure to clients in four jurisdictions
• A clear career path