Accountant & US Tax Manager

Who are we?

The Company is a client-focused CPA firm serving individuals, businesses, and nonprofit organizations across a wide range of industries. We are currently seeking a well-rounded, detail-oriented, and proactive professional to step into a hybrid role encompassing accounting, tax preparation & review, and client communication management for US based clients.

About the role

This role works exclusively with U.S. based clients , serving clients under U.S. GAAP and the U.S. federal and state tax framework. Reporting to the firm's owner, this position plays a central role in ensuring efficient internal operations, exceptional client service, and accurate financial reporting.

What you'll do

Accounting (full-cycle bookkeeping & reconciliation)

Manage full-cycle bookkeeping and account reconciliations for monthly, quarterly, and semiannual clients across a wide range of industries.

Perform monthly bank and credit card reconciliations, ensuring financial records are accurate and up to date.

Investigate discrepancies, correct coding errors, prepare and post journal entries and adjusting entries in compliance with US GAAP.

Ensure timely and accurate filing of sales tax returns, business entity reports, and other required filings.

Provide support during external audits, including compiling documentation, reconciling accounts, and resolving auditor questions.

Review client general ledger data to identify irregularities and implement corrective adjustments for clean financials.

Maintain organized digital records of all client financials, reports, and internal communications to ensure audit readiness and operational transparency.

Tax preparation, review & workflow management

Prepare, review, and present accurate consolidated and entity-level financial statements and management reporting packages

Prepare complex tax returns for businesses (1120, 1120S, 1065) and individuals, including multi-state filings, self-employment income, and rental property activity

Ensure timely and accurate filing of sales tax returns, business entity reports, and other required filings

Review returns prepared by staff, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and completeness before final submission

Coordinate internal tax workflow, track return statuses, and assign preparation tasks to ensure timely progress across all client accounts

Collaborate directly with the firm's owner to identify applicable deductions and credits and gather supporting documentation from clients

Maintain strong knowledge of current federal and state tax laws and proactively adjust practices to ensure compliance and tax optimization

Deliver clear analysis of business performance, unit economics, margins, and portfolio trends across operations

Lead budgeting, forecasting, rolling re-forecasts, and cash-flow planning, with variance analysis against plan to support short- and long-term decision-making

Client communication & office coordination

Serve as the primary point of contact for clients across all service areas, managing inbound calls, emails, and messages in a prompt and professional manner

Address client questions regarding tax documents, financial reports, account reconciliations, and

payment processing, escalating matters to the owner when appropriate

Provide support during external audits, including compiling documentation, reconciling accounts and resolving auditor questions

Maintain internal workflows to support daily office operations, including document routing, data requests, and CRM upkeep

Represent the firm's values of integrity, reliability, and exceptional service in every client interaction

What we're looking for

This position serves U.S. clients exclusively — U.S. tax experience and U.S. GAAP experience are strongly preferred

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field (or equivalent experience)

3+ years of experience in public accounting, bookkeeping, and/or tax preparation

Strong proficiency in QuickBooks Online, Microsoft Excel, Word, and client management software

Thorough understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

Excellent communication, time management, and organizational skills, with strong attention to detail

Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities and deadlines with professionalism and accuracy

Nice to have

QuickBooks Online ProAdvisor Certification

Experience with Intuit ProConnect and Zoho Books

Tax preparation experience, including business and/or individual returns (1120, 1120S, 1065) and multi-state filings

Experience with multi-entity reporting and nonprofit or small business financials

US CPA is a plus, but not required

A positive, client-focused attitude with strong written and verbal communication skills

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive base salary

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.

Paid time off