US Tax- 1040

Gudah Consultants; Chennai; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Gudah Consultants in Chennai seeks an experienced US Tax Professional to prepare and review US individual income tax returns, primarily Form 1040, and to handle complex multi-state filings. You will analyze W-2s, 1099s, investment income and deductions, ensuring accuracy and IRS compliance.

The role requires hands-on 5–10 years of Form 1040 experience, strong knowledge of US federal taxation, and the ability to mentor junior preparers while using Drake, Lacerte or other major tax software.

Qualifications

• Hands-on Form 1040 preparation experience is mandatory.
• Strong knowledge of US federal individual taxation.
• Experience with complex returns and supporting schedules.
• Proficiency in tax document analysis (W-2s, 1099s, investment income).
• Experience with US tax software and multi-state filings.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review US individual income tax returns, primarily Form 1040.
• Handle complex individual tax returns in IRS compliance.
• Prepare supporting schedules (A, B, C, D, E) and other schedules.
• Analyze W-2s, 1099s, investment income, deductions and credits.
• Maintain accurate workpapers and ensure timely completion of tax returns.
• Support junior team members and assist with technical queries, where required.
• Use US tax preparation software such as Drake, CCH, Lacerte, UltraTax, ProSeries or ProConnect.

Skills

Form 1040 Prep

US Taxation Knowledge

Analytical Skills

Mentoring

Tools

Drake

CCH

Lacerte

UltraTax

ProSeries

ProConnect

Job description

Job Description

We are looking for experienced US Tax Professionals with strong hands-on expertise in preparing US individual income tax returns (Form 1040). Candidates must have solid knowledge of US individual taxation, federal and state tax compliance, and complex individual tax returns.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review US individual income tax returns, primarily Form 1040.
• Handle complex individual tax returns in compliance with IRS regulations.
• Prepare supporting schedules, including Schedules A, B, C, D, E and other applicable schedules.
• Analyze W-2s, 1099s, investment income, deductions, credits and other tax documents.
• Handle itemized deductions, capital gains/losses, and tax adjustments.
• Prepare federal and multi-state individual income tax returns.
• Review tax calculations, identify discrepancies and resolve technical issues.
• Maintain accurate workpapers and ensure timely completion of tax returns.
• Support junior team members and assist with technical queries, where required.
• Use US tax preparation software such as Drake, CCH, Lacerte, UltraTax, ProSeries or ProConnect.

Mandatory Requirements

• 5-10 years of relevant US individual tax preparation experience.
• Hands-on Form 1040 individual tax return preparation experience is mandatory.
• Strong knowledge of US federal individual taxation.
• Experience handling complex returns and supporting schedules.
• Practical knowledge of deductions, credits, income reporting and tax calculations.
• Experience with US tax preparation software.
• Strong analytical, review and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Skills

• Experience handling high-net-worth individual tax returns.
• Knowledge of Forms 1040-NR and 1040-X.
• Experience with multi-state individual tax returns.
• Exposure to foreign tax credits, foreign asset reporting and investment income.
• Prior experience reviewing returns and mentoring junior preparers.