Us Tax Accountant

About the JobUS Tax Accountant (Latin America) – Cloud Accountant StaffingEmployment Type : Full-time Independent Contractor (exclusive commitment)Compensation : $2,000–$3,000 USD per month (commensurate with experience and skills)Be the expert clients trust at tax time.As a US Tax Accountant (or Tax Manager, depending on experience), you'll prepare and review complex returns, lead smart tax planning, and turn dense regulations into practical guidance.You'll collaborate with US-based teams, mentor junior staff, and help modernize how small businesses and CPA firms handle compliance and advisory.About the RoleYou'll own the work that keeps leaders calm and compliant : multi-entity.Preparation & review of S-company returns, clear planning memos, airtight workpapers, and timely sign-offs.What You'll DoTax Preparation & ReviewOwn tax intake end-to-end: drive organizers, document requests, kickoff calls; map client TBs and prior-year returns to this year's workplan.Build and review K-1s, capital accounts, partner/shareholder basis and at-risk; evaluate §199A (QBI) eligibility and limitations; document wage/UBIA computations; assess reasonable compensation for S-corp shareholder-employees.Prepare clean Schedules A/B/C/D/E, Form ****, installment sales, passive activity loss and basis tracking, B reconciliations, wash sale checks; roll forward carry-forwards (NOL, capital loss, AMT credits) and manage ES payments/safe harbors.Multi-state & SALT: calculate apportionment (sales/payroll/property), manage nexus updates, composite/non-resident returns, and PTE/SALT cap workaround elections where applicable.Credits & elections: surface and document opportunities (R&D for eligible filers, 179/bonus choices, accounting method changes, late election relief memos).Fixed assets & depreciation: maintain Form **** schedules, asset ledgers, and disposal/partial disposition rules; reconcile book vs tax depreciation.Quality & sign-off: build audit-ready workpapers with clear tick marks, review notes, support; manage e-file submissions, acknowledgments, and extensions.Notices & follow-through: draft concise responses to IRS/state notices, set reminders for follow-ups, keep clients calm with clear options and timelines.Summarize impacts on leaders: cash, rate, timing, and deliver one-page takeaways.Workflow & Process Improvement: standardize SOPs, checklists, review gates; set up rules/automations in tax and accounting tools; capture wins in a living playbook.Data Integrity: keep folders organized, naming consistent, and documentation complete so any reviewer can follow your trail quickly.What You'll BringBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.3+ years US Tax experience preparing and reviewing S-company returns.Strong command of US federal & state tax rules; comfort with GAAP and IRS procedures.Proficiency in tax software: ProConnect, UltraTax, Drake, Lacerte (or similar).Cloud-first toolkit: QuickBooks Online, Xero; strong Excel/Google Sheets skills (lookups, pivots).Time-zone alignment: comfortable working US business hours.Nice-to-haveHigh-net-worth individuals (K-1s, Sched C/E), multi-state, consolidated or international exposure (GILTI/FTC).Form 990 (nonprofits) and Form **** (Estates & Trusts) experience or familiarity.The Ideal CandidateDetail-obsessed but practical — knows when to go deep and when to move.Can explain tough topics (basis, §199A, depreciation methods) without jargon.Thrives in busy seasons because SOPs, checklists, and calendars are dialed in.Enjoys coaching others and raising the quality bar.Looks for automation and small process wins that compound over time.Monthly Pay$2,000–$3,000 in USD, based on experience and scope.Permanent WFH with Company-Provised EquipmentLaptop, monitor, accessories.15 days PTO annually + public holidays.Exposure to diverse US industries and modern tax stacks.Supportive, documentation-first culture with clear review standards.Contract Status & ExclusivityFull-time independent contractor based in Latin America.Exclusive commitment required—no part-time or freelance engagements after hire.Conflict-of-interest checks may apply.How We WorkQuality-first: review notes, standardized workpapers, tidy supporting schedules every time.Security: MFA, least-privilege access, secure file sharing are non-negotiable.Collaboration: Slack/Zoom/Teams stand-ups, shared task boards, predictable review cycles.Application ProcessApplication & Prescreening ? Technical Assessment ? Profile and Pre-interview Preparation ? Client Interview ? Employment Offer and Onboarding.Click below to send your application and begin your journey with CAS: Cloud Accountant Staffing Jobs.#J-*****-Ljbffr