Head of US Accounting and Tax Services

IPS Group Ltd; Leeds; Remote; GBP 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for a seasoned professional to take on the role of Head of US Accounting and Tax Services with a modern firm. This fully remote position involves leading US financial services, ensuring compliance, and driving operational excellence while building a high-performing team. Ideal candidates will be CPA-qualified with extensive experience in US finance, particularly in tech-focused environments. The role offers flexibility, competitive salary, and unique growth opportunities.

Benefits

Fully remote role

Flexible work hours

30 days annual leave + bank holidays

Extra day off for your birthday

6-monthly meetups in London, fully funded

Qualifications

• 5+ years in a US-focused finance leadership role.
• Familiar with US tech startups and cloud-based accounting tools.
• Skilled in managing remote team workloads and performance.

Responsibilities

• Lead execution and quality of all US-facing services.
• Collaborate with UK teams on intercompany accounting.
• Build and lead a US accounting team.

Skills

US GAAP

Client management

Communication

Relationship-building

Adaptability

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field

CPA qualification (or equivalent)

Tools

Gusto

Rippling

Xero

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

An incredible opportunity for someone to join a modern and growing firm as their Head of US Accounting and Tax Services on a remote basis.

As the firm increases its support for tech-focused start-ups and scale-ups in the U.S., the firm is creating a new senior leadership role: Head of US Accounting and Tax Services. This strategic position is for an experienced accounting professional to lead all U.S.-related financial services from day one.

The role combines technical expertise, service leadership, and cross-border collaboration, playing a key part in building the firms U.S. accounting capability. The successful candidate will ensure compliance, drive operational excellence, and support integrated UK/US service delivery.

Ideal candidates will have strong knowledge of U.S. compliance, including Delaware entities, payroll, sales tax, and corporate filings. They will be hands-on, tech-savvy, and excited to implement new tools, scale processes, and build a high-performing team.

As the function grows, they will co-lead recruitment and help shape a team that matches Onside’s growth and ambition. This is a unique opportunity to lead a growing practice area and deliver seamless, tech-enabled cross-border support.

As the Head of US Accounting and Tax Services, you will be responsible for:

• Own execution and quality of all US-facing services, including:
  • Payroll (e.g. Gusto, Rippling)
  • Federal and state tax filings (especially Delaware)
  • Sales tax compliance
  • Year-end financials and reporting
• Act as lead technical contact for US clients
• Collaborate with UK teams on intercompany accounting, FX, and cross-border alignment
• Monitor and implement regulatory changes
• Lead evaluation and rollout of US-compatible tools (e.g. Xero integrations)
• Trial and refine workflows before scaling
• Identify automation opportunities and build scalable systems
• Manage onboarding and ongoing support for US clients
• Partner with UK Client Managers for seamless global service
• Ensure proactive communication and resolution with US stakeholders
• Build and lead a US accounting team (hiring, training, performance)
• Develop SOPs and training materials
• Mentor junior staff to ensure high standards
• Advise leadership on US tax trends and global structuring
• Support US market presence and sales conversations
• Collaborate on upselling strategies and client expansion opportunities

To qualify for this Head of US Accounting and Tax Services, ideally you will meet the following:

• CPA-qualified (or equivalent) with a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field, and 5+ years in a US-focused finance leadership role with strong knowledge of US GAAP, corporate tax, multi-state sales tax, and payroll systems (e.g. Gusto, Rippling).
• Familiar with US tech startups and cloud-based accounting tools like Xero; experienced in trialling new technologies and creating scalable, tech-enabled workflows.
• Skilled in client and complaint management, with strong communication and relationship-building abilities; capable of managing a remote team’s workload, schedules, and performance effectively.
• Adaptable, organised, and self-motivated, with strong time management; excels in fast-paced environments and is proficient in IT tools (Excel, Word, Outlook), with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

What’s on offer?

• Fully remote role
• Flexible work hours
• 30 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Extra day off for your birthday
• 6-monthly meetups in London, fully funded by the firm.
• Salary from £70,000 to £75,000 (negotiable)

If you are interested in this Head of US Accounting and Tax Services position or would like any further information, please contact Leah Mason at IPS Finance.
IPS Finance has 45 years’ experience in the Yorkshire accountancy recruitment market. We have built our business on long term relationships with both individuals and clients in all sectors, bringing real benefits to all concerned. Please visit the IPS Finance website to view the latest accountancy / finance and practice opportunities.