Head of US Accounting & Tax Services

The Graduate Project; Hertford; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic accounting practice is seeking a Head of US Accounting & Tax Services to lead their US-focused financial operations. This role offers a high degree of autonomy and the opportunity to shape a developing area of the business, requiring extensive experience in US accounting and tax compliance.

Qualifications

• CPA-qualified with extensive experience in US-focused accounting.
• Deep knowledge of federal/state tax regimes and payroll platforms.
• Ability to thrive in a cross-border environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead all US financial functions including payroll and tax filings.
• Onboard clients expanding into the US market.
• Evaluate and implement automation solutions to scale operations.

Skills

Leadership

US GAAP

Tax Compliance

Client Relationship Management

Process Improvement

Education

CPA Qualification

Degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Cloud-based tools (e.g. Xero)

Job description

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Base pay range

Role | Head of US Accounting & Tax Services

Company | Dynamic and Growing Accounting Practice

Areas | US Tax Compliance, Advisory Services, Financial Operations, Business Expansion

Remote | Fully Remote

We’re partnering with a dynamic and growing accounting practice that’s expanding its international footprint. They’re on the lookout for an experienced and strategic Head of US Accounting & Tax Services to lead and grow their US-focused financial operations. This is a unique opportunity to shape a developing area of the business with a high degree of autonomy and impact.

As Head of US Accounting & Tax Services, you will:

• Lead all US financial functions including payroll, sales tax compliance, and federal/state tax filings.
• Act as the go-to expert for US accounting queries and compliance requirements.
• Evaluate and implement cloud-based tools (e.g. Xero) and automation solutions to scale operations.
• Onboard and support clients expanding into or operating within the US market.
• Build and lead a US-focused team, developing training, onboarding, and quality control processes.
• Provide insights on US regulatory trends and collaborate on global growth strategies.
• Support business development and identify new service opportunities alongside commercial teams.
• Stay current with industry changes and maintain professional certifications.

You’ll likely be someone who:

• Is CPA-qualified (or equivalent) with a degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• Has extensive experience in a leadership role within US-focused accounting.
• Brings deep knowledge of US GAAP, federal/state tax regimes, multi-state sales tax, and payroll platforms.
• Thrives in a cross-border environment and can operate independently.
• Has a track record of managing high-stakes client relationships and driving process improvements.
• Communicates clearly and confidently, mentoring teams and managing stakeholders effectively.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing and Strategy/Planning

• Industries

  Accounting and Financial Services

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