US Tax Accountant

Independent Recruitment Consultant (freelancer); India; Hybrid; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Global exposure

Hybrid work model

Competitive compensation

Job summary

CloudIT is seeking an experienced Tax Accountant and Bookkeeping Specialist to handle US federal and state returns for individuals, corporations, and partnerships. The role demands strong QuickBooks and tax software proficiency, with the ability to manage multiple clients and deadlines in a hybrid setting.

The ideal candidate has 3-5 years of public or private accounting experience, solid bookkeeping, and capable communication with clients.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in public or private accounting
• Proficiency in US federal and state tax returns
• Strong bookkeeping and month-end accounting knowledge
• Comfort with IRS notices and tax planning

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review federal and state income tax returns for individuals, corporations, and partnerships
• Draft responses to IRS and state notices
• Perform bookkeeping, month-end close, and financial statement prep
• Communicate with clients to resolve tax issues and provide planning guidance
• Manage multiple engagements and meet deadlines

Skills

US tax preparation

Time management

Client communication

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Associate degree in Business

Tools

QuickBooks

Tax software

Job description

Overview

CloudIT is seeking an experienced, well-rounded and efficient Tax Accountant and Bookkeeping Specialist for one of its client.

The ideal candidate is a US Tax Accountant with 35 years of experience, preferably in a CPA or public accounting firm, who has hands‑on experience preparing US federal and state tax returns

• Individual Tax Returns (1040)
• Corporate Returns
• Partnership Returns (1065)
• S-Corporation Returns (1120S)
• C-Corporation Returns (1120).

They should be proficient in QuickBooks and tax software, have strong bookkeeping and month-end accounting knowledge, and be comfortable handling IRS notices, tax planning, and direct client communication. The role requires someone who can manage multiple client engagements, meet deadlines, and work independently

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review federal and state income tax returns broadly ranging in complexity for individual, corporate and partnership (including C-Corporations, S-Corporations, Partnerships, and other State and Localities over a range of industries.
• Perform services within budgeted time by developing technical, time management and organizational skills
• Assist in preparation of quarterly and year end estimates
• Draft responses letters to IRS and state notices when needed
• Make adjusting entries and complete a trail balance in order to prepare business returns
• Perform accounting/bookkeeping functions when needed
• Profit-and-loss statements
• Monitoring company accounts and conducting quarterly/annual reviews
• Maintain client relationships and work directly with clients to resolve tax issues
• Analyze tax and accounting issues and draw logical conclusions
• Complete month-end financial reporting
• Prepare, review and communicate to the clients tax planning projections for both businesses and individuals including estimating tax liabilities, "as-if" scenarios and other projects on an as needed basis.
• Contact the IRS to quickly and confidently resolve notices and other issues.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Associates degree in business or Bachelor's degree in Accounting
• Good knowledge of Federal Tax Regulations and state and local law
• 3-5 years (or busy seasons) with a public or private accounting firm
• 3-5 years QuickBooks and Tax Accounting software experience
• 3-5 years Corporate Tax Returns
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong organizational and analytical abilities
• Ability to manage multiple engagements and deadlines
• Project leadership experience

Why Join Us

• Global Exposure: Work in a dynamic, global team with opportunities for career growth and leadership development.
• Hybrid Work Environment: Enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid work model with a collaborative and supportive office culture.
• Competitive Compensation: We offer competitive compensation packages, including performance-based incentives and benefits. .