Senior Accountant - US Accounting (Taxation)

Miko; Mumbai City; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Miko in Mumbai is seeking a tax and accounting professional focused on US taxation and compliance. The role covers US federal/state tax filings, payroll tax obligations, and coordination with US CPAs. You will ensure US GAAP-compliant recording and assist in multi-entity, ecommerce tax matters.

Responsibilities include implementing tax controls, supporting audits, and improving overall tax processes across entities in the US and India.

Responsibilities

• Own US federal and state income tax compliance, including preparation and coordination of Form 1120 / 1120S filings
• Oversee payroll tax compliance: filings, W-2/1099 reporting, and audits coordination
• Maintain books of accounts in US GAAP aligned manner and support month- and year-end close
• Handle ecommerce accounting with tax perspective and intercompany accounting across US/India
• Strengthen tax compliance processes, calendars, and internal controls

Job description

Job Responsibility:

US Taxation & Compliance (Primary Focus)

Own US federal and state income tax compliance, including preparation and coordination of:

• Form 1120 / 1120S filings
• State income and franchise tax filings
• Nexus analysis
• Registration, filings, and remittances
• Reconciliation of sales tax collected via ecommerce platforms (Amazon, Shopify, Walmart, etc.)

Oversee payroll tax compliance, including:

• Federal, state, and local payroll tax filings
• W-2, W-3, 1099-NEC, and 1096 reporting
• Coordinate and support tax audits, notices, and assessments from IRS and state authorities
• Work closely with US tax consultants and CPAs for tax planning, provisioning, and annual filings
• Assist in tax provisioning and deferred tax calculations as per US GAAP

Accounting & Reporting Support

• Maintain books of accounts in compliance with US GAAP
• Support month-end and year-end close, with a focus on tax-sensitive accounts
• Prepare and review tax-related reconciliations, including accrued taxes, prepaid taxes, and liabilities
• Ensure accurate revenue recognition, COGS, and expense classification from a tax perspective

Ecommerce & Multi-Entity Operations

• Handle ecommerce accounting with a tax lens, including marketplace facilitator rules
• Manage intercompany accounting and tax implications across the US, India, and other entities
• Support transfer pricing documentation and coordination with consultants
• Perform multi-currency accounting and FX impact analysis on tax balances

Process Improvement & Controls

• Strengthen tax compliance processes, calendars, and internal controls
• Implement improvements to reduce tax risks and ensure audit readiness
• Maintain proper documentation for all tax filings and assessments