US Taxation Trainee

Mayatax Pakistan; Karachi Division; On-site; PKR 670,000 - 1,004,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive monthly trainee stipend

Mentorship from US tax practitioners

Structured 3.5‑year framework

ICAP TOoP and PER registration support

Job summary

MayaTax Pakistan offers an ambitious accounting and finance professionals the opportunity to launch their careers in international taxation. This 3.5‑year structured training program develops deep technical expertise in US taxation and cross‑border reporting, with mentorship from senior practitioners.

The role requires onsite night shifts in the Karachi office and a commitment to completing the full 3.5‑year tenure, with structured milestones and formal training registrations (ICAP TOoP for CA

Qualifications

• Must be fully comfortable working onsite during night shifts in Karachi.
• Strong written and verbal English for US client engagements.
• Able to learn US tax software and cross‑border reporting workflows.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation, review, and filing of US federal and state tax returns (Forms 1040, 1065, 1120, 1120-S).
• Perform tax research on US tax laws and IRS guidelines.
• Support US GAAP financial reporting and cross‑border accounting processes.
• Collaborate on client engagements across sectors including real estate, hospitality, technology, and ecommerce.
• Assist senior team with bookkeeping, year‑end adjustments, and tax reconciliations.

Skills

Night shift onsite

English communication

Analytical skills

US tax software learning

Education

CA CAF

ACCA Affiliate

BS in Accounting & Finance

Job description

MayaTax Pakistan offers an ambitious accounting and finance professionals the opportunity to launch and accelerate their careers in international taxation. Through this structured 3.5-year training program, trainees gain comprehensive hands‑on exposure to US taxation, financial reporting, and international accounting standards.

About the Role

The US Taxation Trainee position is designed to develop deep technical expertise in US taxation as well as cross‑border financial reporting. Trainees work as integral members of our professional client‑service teams, supporting end‑to‑end tax compliance, return preparation, and advisory workflows for international businesses and high‑net‑worth individuals.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation, review, and filing of US federal and state tax returns (including Forms 1040, 1065, 1120, and 1120‑S).
• Perform tax research on US tax laws, regulations, and IRS compliance guidelines.
• Support accounting and tax‑basis financial reporting under US GAAP and relevant frameworks.
• Collaborate on client engagements across diverse sectors, including real estate, hospitality, technology, and e‑commerce.
• Work closely with senior team members on bookkeeping, year‑end adjustments, tax reconciliations, and compliance assignments.
• Participate actively in internal technical training and professional development programs throughout the 3.5-year tenure.

Applicants must meet any one of the following criteria:

• CA CAF qualified (eligible to register articles under the ICAP TOoP scheme), OR
• ACCA Affiliate (eligible to fulfill PER requirements), OR
• BS in Accounting & Finance graduate from a recognized university.
• Must be committed to completing the full 3.5-year training period.

Required Skills & Attributes

• Must be fully comfortable and willing to work strictly onsite during night shifts (Karachi office).
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills for professional engagement with US clients and overseas teams.
• High analytical acumen, numerical accuracy, and meticulous attention to detail in tax calculations.
• High energy, adaptability, and resilience to excel in a fast‑paced professional services / BPO environment.
• Proactive mindset with a strong drive to learn US tax software and compliance workflows.

What We Offer

• Intensive, hands‑on exposure to US taxation and global accounting practices.
• A structured 3.5-year professional training framework with clear milestones for technical growth.
• Formal training registration support (including ICAP TOoP for CA students and PER fulfillment for ACCA affiliates).
• Direct mentorship from experienced US tax practitioners and senior finance professionals.
• Exposure to a diverse portfolio of international corporations and individual clients.
• Competitive monthly trainee stipend and career progression opportunities.
• Location: Karachi office (Onsite)
• Shift: Night Shift (aligned with US business hours)