Remote Tax Accountant - Lead Complex Returns

Virtual Work World; Philippines; On-site; PHP 2,257,000 - 3,009,000; Full time

Job summary

Virtual Work World is seeking a Tax Accountant for a remote full-time contractor role, serving US-based clients with tax planning, compliance, and advisory services. You will own engagements end-to-end, including complex returns and K-1s, while mentoring junior staff and ensuring accurate, compliant filings.

Your responsibilities include reviewing work, communicating with clients, and supporting multi-state and high-net-worth scenarios. Strong English skills and independence are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of experience with US-based accounting firms focused on tax accounting.
• CPA or EA with a background in Accountancy.
• At least one year of experience in a global remote setup with a North America/Europe/Australia/UAE-based company.
• Strong working knowledge of individual federal tax law, multi-state requirements, and basic business returns.
• Experience preparing complex 1040s (Schedules A, B, C, D, E) and entity returns (1120-S, 1065).
• Excellent English verbal and written skills for client interaction.
• Proven ability to work independently with sensitive data.
• Proficiency with professional tax software; proactive problem-solving before escalation.
• Advanced Microsoft 365 or Google Workspace experience.
• Comfort with remote collaboration tools like Slack or Teams.
• Interest in growing into broader review and leadership responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage complex client engagements from start to finish.
• Review work prepared by junior staff and provide feedback.
• Mentor junior preparers and support leadership development.
• Respond to IRS/state notices and advise on quarterly estimated payments.
• Participate in year-end tax planning discussions and client communications.
• Use TaxDome to manage workflows and client documentation.

Skills

US tax accounting

Multi-state tax

Tax planning

Client communication

Mentorship/leadership

Independent research

Self-sufficiency

Education

CPA or EA with Accountancy

Tools

TaxDome

Microsoft Office 365

Google Workspace

Slack

Microsoft Teams

Tax preparation software

Job description

Virtual Work World is seeking a Tax Accountant for a remote full-time contractor role, serving US-based clients with tax planning, compliance, and advisory services. You will own engagements end-to-end, including complex returns and K-1s, while mentoring junior staff and ensuring accurate, compliant filings.

Your responsibilities include reviewing work, communicating with clients, and supporting multi-state and high-net-worth scenarios. Strong English skills and independence are essential.