Tax Associate

Mayatax; Karachi Division; On-site; PKR 1,200,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Mayatax is seeking a Tax Associate in Karachi to lead U.S. federal, state, and local tax compliance with a strong technical background. This permanent night-shift role aligns with U.S. CST hours and will operate from our Karachi office.

The ideal candidate will review complex U.S. tax returns, mentor team members, and collaborate with U.S.-based clients and executives while promoting diversity in leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting or Finance; ACCA/CA preferred.
• 1–3 years of direct U.S. tax compliance experience in a public firm, US-facing BPO, or corporate tax.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, IRC, and bookkeeping principles.
• Impeccable written English for drafting memos and IRS responses.
• Clear, articulate verbal English for collaboration with U.S.-based teams.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review U.S. federal, state, and local tax returns for individuals and entities.
• Prepare international tax forms and disclosures.
• Manage state income/franchise tax returns and sales/use tax compliance.
• Conduct technical research on complex tax issues.
• Calculate quarterly estimated tax payments and extensions.
• Draft responses to IRS/state notices and assist with audits.
• Collaborate with accounting leads on book-to-tax adjustments and reconciliations.
• Mentor junior tax preparers to improve department accuracy.

Skills

U.S. tax compliance

U.S. GAAP & IRC knowledge

Tax software proficiency

English communication (written)

English communication (verbal)

Accuracy under pressure

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Accounting/Finance

ACCA or CA qualifications preferred

Tools

U.S. tax software

Cloud accounting platforms

Job description

We are searching for a Tax Associate with deep technical expertise in U.S. federal, state, and local tax compliance, coupled with proven team leadership abilities. This is a permanent Night Shift leadership position aligned with U.S. CST business hours, operating out of our Karachi office.

The ideal candidate will possess an advanced technical background in U.S. tax law, extensive hands‑on experience reviewing complex tax returns, and a track record of driving operational excellence, mentoring team members, and working seamlessly with U.S.-based clients and executives. We actively promote gender diversity in leadership, and qualified leaders are strongly encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review complex U.S. federal, state, and local tax returns for Individuals (Form 1040, 1040-NR) and Business Entities (Form 1120, 1120-S, 1065).
• Prepare relevant international tax forms and disclosures.
• Manage state income/franchise tax returns, multi‑state apportionment, and sales & use tax compliance.
• Conduct technical research on complex tax issues.
• Calculate quarterly estimated tax payments and extension requests for both individual and corporate clients.
• Draft responses to inquiries and notices from the IRS and state tax authorities, assisting with tax audits and resolution of tax disputes.
• Collaborate closely with accounting leads to manage book‑to‑tax adjustments, complex trial balance reconciliations, and ensure financial statements align perfectly with U.S. tax reporting standards.
• Drive team productivity during peak filing seasons, establish quality control checklists, and mentor junior tax preparers to elevate overall department accuracy.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; ACCA, or CA qualifications are highly preferred.
• 1 to 3 years of direct U.S. tax compliance and reporting experience within a public accounting firm, US‑facing BPO, or corporate tax setting.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, Internal Revenue Code (IRC), and bookkeeping principles.
• Proven experience working with professional U.S. tax software and cloud accounting platforms.
• Impeccable written English for drafting professional tax memos, client emails, and IRS response letters.
• Clear, articulate verbal English for seamless collaboration with U.S.-based teams, stakeholders, or clients.
• An absolute commitment to accuracy; tax filings carry significant legal and financial consequences, making precision and attention to detail paramount.
• Ability to thrive under pressure, especially during peak U.S. tax seasons, while managing multiple filing timelines.