Remote Staff Accountant: US Tax & QuickBooks Pro

Hireframe; United States; Remote; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Hireframe is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support a US-based CPA practice. The role blends full-cycle bookkeeping with US tax preparation, maintaining client records and preparing tax returns using the books they manage, ensuring accuracy and consistency throughout the process.

The client portfolio includes small businesses, sole proprietors, real estate clients, landlords, and professionals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accountancy, Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Hands-on experience with Lacerte Tax Software is mandatory.
• Practical experience with QuickBooks Online (QBO) is mandatory.
• Experience preparing US individual and business tax returns.
• Working knowledge of US federal taxation and California state taxes.

Responsibilities

• Perform monthly bookkeeping, transaction categorization, and account reconciliations.
• Prepare US individual tax returns (Form 1040 etc.) and business returns (e.g., Form 1120-S).
• Prepare and support California state tax returns.
• Review financial records for accuracy and completeness.
• Communicate with clients to request documents and clarify requirements.
• Maintain tax workpapers and organized digital client records.

Skills

English proficiency

Microsoft Excel

Independent worker

Deadline driven

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting / Finance

Tools

Lacerte Tax Software

QuickBooks Online

Job description

Hireframe is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support a US-based CPA practice. The role blends full-cycle bookkeeping with US tax preparation, maintaining client records and preparing tax returns using the books they manage, ensuring accuracy and consistency throughout the process.

The client portfolio includes small businesses, sole proprietors, real estate clients, landlords, and professionals.