US Tax Accountant

Frontline Accounting; Philippines; On-site; PHP 893,000 - 1,228,000; Full time

Job summary

Frontline Accounting is seeking a seasoned Tax Accountant in the Philippines to handle 1099 year-end tax reporting and tax planning for U.S. clients.

The role involves general accounting for client businesses, including trial balances, adjusting entries, and processing deposits and disbursements. You will stay current on federal and state tax laws, collaborate with the Tax Department, and participate in special projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field.
• At least 5 years in accounting and tax preparation.
• CPA is ideal.
• Experience in a BPO setting is advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state tax laws.
• Experience with QuickBooks and Xero.
• Excellent Microsoft Office/Excel skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Team player with reconciliation and analytical skills.
• Willing to work US shift, 9:00 PM–5:00 AM Manila Time.
• Fast and reliable internet for temporary work-from-home.

Responsibilities

• 1099 year-end tax information reporting and tax planning.
• General accounting for client businesses, incl. trial balances and adjusting entries.
• Assist with general administrative functions of the Tax Department.
• Assist with other corporate accounting projects as needed.
• Stay current on the latest tax law changes.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Analytical skills

Reconciliation

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field

CPA (ideal)

Tools

QuickBooks

Xero

Microsoft Excel

Job description

• 1099 year-end tax information reporting and tax planning
• General accounting for client business' to be used in preparing income tax returns, including preparation of trial balances and related adjusting journal entries; preparing deposits and disbursement requests
• Assist with general administrative functions of the Tax Department
• Assist with other Corporate accounting projects as needed
• Assist with special projects, as necessary
• Stay current on the latest tax law changes

Requirements:

• Candidate must possess at least a Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy or any accounting related program
• At least 5 years of accounting and business tax preparation experience is required for this position
• CPA is ideal
• Experience in a BPO setting is an advantage
• Must have an excellent knowledge of federal and state tax laws and regulation
• Must have an experience in accounting software such as QuickBooks, and Xero
• Must have an excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office or Excel
• Should have a strong written and verbal communication skills
• Must be a team player with strong reconciliation and analysis skill
• Must be willing to work on a US shift, Monday to Friday (9:00 PM to 5:00 AM MNL Time)
• Must have a fast and reliable internet connection for a temporary work from home arrangement