senior us Tax AccountantBetter Talent

Position: Full-Time
Location: RemoteCOMPANY OVERVIEW:At we believe that smart bookkeeping is more than numbers; it's the foundation of growth. As a remote-first firm powered by a global team, we support businesses with expert financial processes, dependable insights, and a commitment to excellence. We treat every team member as a key contributor and partner in our mission, because our strength lies in our people. Join us and help deliver clarity, confidence, and financial empowerment to clients around the world.POSITION SUMMARY:We are a U.S. based CPA firm seeking an experienced and proactive tax preparer/project manager based in the Philippines or India. This role is ideal for someone who has worked in a U.S. tax firm and understands both tax preparation and accounting fundamentals.You will own the pre-tax preparation process: reviewing incoming tax documents, organizing client files, preparing tax workpapers, entering data into CCH Axcess Tax, coordinating with PH bookkeepers, managing fixed assets, and ensuring all supporting schedules are complete and accurate for U.S. CPA review.RESPONSIBILITIES:Tax Preparation (Individual & Business)Organize and prepare 1040, 1120, 1120S, and 1065 workpapersReview and input tax documents into CCH Axcess TaxPrepare basic tax return drafts (no signing, no strategy - just strong prep)Prepare tangible personal property returnsPrepare and track 1099s (data gathering, W-9 tracking, filing setup)Business WorkpapersCoordinate with offshore bookkeepers to gather monthly/annual booksReconcile:Bank accountsCredit cardsBalance sheetsPayroll reportsTie out schedules to ensure everything supports the tax returnFixed AssetsTrack and manage client fixed asset schedules using CCH Fixed AssetsPost depreciation entries if neededCoordinate with bookkeeping team to ensure asset purchases/disposals are properly recordedProject ManagementCreate and Track tax projects using Karbon: client status, missing items, deadlinesCreate client requests in Karbon for Follow up to collect outstanding documentsEnsure all projects move forward without needing constant supervisionCommunicate with the U.S. team regularly to flag issues, questions, or decisionsQUALIFICATIONS:5+ years experience in U.S. tax preparation (1040, 1120S, 1065, etc.)QuickBooks Online and Xero bookkeeping experienceStrong accounting fundamentals, including: bank reconciliation, balance sheet tie-outs, trial balance reviewsCoordination with bookkeepers to clean up financials for tax prepHands-on experience using CCH Axcess Tax and CCH Fixed AssetsExcellent written and verbal English communicationExperience using workflow tools (Karbon, Smartvault, Soraban, etc.)Strong attention to detail, critical thinking, and problem-solvingComfortable coordinating with other offshore team membersCOMPENSATION & BENEFITS:Pay: $2000 - $2500 / monthlySchedule: Full-time; Must overlap 4+ hours with U.S. Eastern Time (e.g., 8 AM-12 PM)Benefits: Paid time off such as PTO, sick days, and vacation days
Better Talent

Philippines
US$2,000-2,500 per month
Permanent
Full-time