US Tax Innovation Lead (Fully

Ambition Europe Limited; United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Job summary

Ambition Europe Limited is seeking a US Tax Innovation Lead (fully remote) to join its fast-growing, technology-driven professional services team. You will own the technical review of complex US tax matters and collaborate with product and engineering teams to advance AI-powered tax solutions.

The role combines deep tax expertise with a passion for innovation, delivering high-quality advisory and compliance services while shaping the future of tax technology within a globally remote environment.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience preparing, reviewing, and signing US individual tax returns.
• Strong technical knowledge of US international and cross-border taxation.
• Active CPA or EA qualification (ATT/CTA is desirable).
• Experience reviewing the work of others and maintaining high-quality technical standards.
• Excellent communication and client management skills.
• Proactive mindset and genuine interest in technology and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Review and sign US individual tax returns, ensuring technical accuracy and compliance.
• Manage a portfolio of clients from onboarding through to filing and ongoing advisory support.
• Provide guidance on complex US international tax matters, including FEIE, Foreign Tax Credits, FBAR and FATCA reporting, PFIC reporting, Form 5471 compliance, cross-border treaty matters.
• Collaborate with product, engineering, and operations teams to improve AI-driven tax workflows.
• Review and refine AI-generated tax outputs to ensure quality and precision.
• Contribute to the development of tax methodologies, quality control procedures, and best practices.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and identify opportunities for greater automation.

Skills

US tax expertise

CPA or EA

Cross-border tax

Communication skills

Education

CPA or EA qualification

Job description

US Tax Innovation Lead (Fully Remote)

A fast-growing, technology-led professional services business is seeking an experienced US Tax professional to join its team at the forefront of AI-enabled tax services.

This organisation is transforming the way US tax compliance and advisory services are delivered by combining deep technical expertise with advanced artificial intelligence. As part of its next phase of growth, it is seeking a highly skilled tax specialist to help drive quality, innovation, and client service excellence.

This is a rare opportunity to move beyond a traditional tax role and play a key part in shaping the future of the profession.

The Role

As Principal US Tax Innovation Lead Specialist, you will take ownership of the technical review and oversight of complex US tax matters while working closely with technology and product teams to enhance AI-powered tax solutions.

You will act as a subject matter expert, ensuring the highest standards of technical accuracy while contributing to the development of innovative processes that improve efficiency and client outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and sign US individual tax returns, ensuring technical accuracy and compliance.
• Manage a portfolio of clients from onboarding through to filing and ongoing advisory support.
• Provide guidance on complex US international tax matters, including:
  • Foreign Earned Income Exclusion (FEIE)
  • Foreign Tax Credits
  • FBAR and FATCA reporting
  • PFIC reporting
  • Form 5471 compliance
  • Cross-border tax treaty matters
• Collaborate with product, engineering, and operations teams to improve AI-driven tax workflows.
• Review and refine AI-generated tax outputs to ensure quality and technical precision.
• Contribute to the development of tax methodologies, quality control procedures, and best practices.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and identify opportunities for greater automation.

About You

The successful candidate will have:

• Extensive experience preparing, reviewing, and signing US individual tax returns.
• Strong technical knowledge of US international and cross-border taxation.
• An active CPA or EA qualification (ATT/CTA is desirable)
• Experience reviewing the work of others and maintaining high-quality technical standards.
• Excellent communication and client management skills.
• A proactive mindset and genuine interest in technology and innovation.

What's on Offer

• Fully remote working environment.
• Opportunity to work at the intersection of tax, technology, and artificial intelligence.
• Exposure to innovative projects and cutting-edge technology.
• Significant influence on the future direction of a rapidly growing business.
• Competitive remuneration and long-term career potential.
• Collaborative, entrepreneurial, and forward-thinking culture.

If you are an experienced US Tax professional looking to combine technical expertise with innovation and technology, this opportunity offers a unique platform to make a meaningful impact within a rapidly evolving sector.

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