US Tax Associate — Remote/Hybrid Tax Prep & Growth

GR8 Affinity BPO, Inc.; Philippines; On-site; PHP 446,000 - 670,000; Full time

Job summary

Rehmann seeks a Tax Associate to support the tax team in preparing accurate US tax returns and workpapers for individual and business clients, leveraging foundational US tax knowledge and strong attention to detail in a remote or hybrid setup.

Onsite work in Makati is required for the first year; night shift is part of the schedule. You will assist with Form 1040, 1065, 1120, and 1120S, gather documents, and escalate issues to seniors to ensure timely delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 1-3 years of experience in tax preparation, accounting, or a related role, preferably with exposure to US taxation. 1040 background is a must have.
• Basic understanding of US individual and business tax concepts, forms, and filing requirements.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work with financial data accurately.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and willingness to learn tax preparation software and firm tools.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to follow instructions, meet deadlines, and ask clarifying questions when needed.
• Must be dependable, organized, and able to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Onsite work in Makati required for the 1st year; Flexibility may be provided during typhoons, severe weather advisories, natural disasters, or similar emergency situations.
• Night shift required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare basic US individual tax returns, including Form 1040 and supporting schedules, under the guidance of senior team members.
• Assist in preparing business tax returns, including Forms 1065, 1120, and 1120S, based on client-provided data and workpapers.
• Gather, organize, and reconcile tax documents and financial information needed for return preparation.
• Prepare tax workpapers, schedules, and supporting documentation in accordance with firm standards.
• Identify missing information, inconsistencies, or basic tax issues and escalating them to senior team members for review.
• Perform basic tax research and stay updated on relevant federal and state tax rules as assigned.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure assigned tasks are completed within agreed timelines.
• Collaborate with team members to support tax season deadlines and client service requirements.

Job description

Rehmann seeks a Tax Associate to support the tax team in preparing accurate US tax returns and workpapers for individual and business clients, leveraging foundational US tax knowledge and strong attention to detail in a remote or hybrid setup.

Onsite work in Makati is required for the first year; night shift is part of the schedule. You will assist with Form 1040, 1065, 1120, and 1120S, gather documents, and escalate issues to seniors to ensure timely delivery.