# US Tax Accountant

- Company: [Cas](<https://jobstar.asia/company/cas>)
- Location: Philippines · Argentina · Brazil · Chile · Colombia · South Africa · Mexico
- Remote: Yes
- Team: Tax
- Employment type: Full Time
- Salary: $1,700 – $4,300 / month
- Posted: September 22, 2025

## Job description

*Locations: Philippines, Latin America and South Africa (100% Remote)*

*Employment Type: Full-time Independent Contractor (exclusive commitment)*

*Compensation: Competitive and commensurate with the candidate's market rate, experience, skills, and overall qualifications*

* *Philippines - $1,800–$3,400 USD per month*
* *Latin America - $2,100-$4,300 USD per month*
* *South Africa - $1,700-$2,900 USD per month*

*Be the expert clients trust at the moment it matters most — tax time. You prepare and review complex returns, lead smart tax planning, and turn dense regulations into practical guidance people can actually act on.*

**ABOUT THE ROLE**

You’ll own the work that keeps leaders calm and compliant: multi-entity return preparation and review, clear planning memos, airtight workpapers, and timely sign-offs. You’ll spot elections, credits, and apportionment issues before they become problems — then explain them in plain English.

You’ll collaborate with U.S.-based teams, mentor junior staff, and help modernize how small businesses and CPA firms handle compliance and advisory. You’ll sharpen playbooks — checklists, review notes, and close calendars — so every busy season feels a little less busy.

Note: This role is open to both Tax Accountant and Tax Manager candidates, depending on experience.

**THE IDEAL CANDIDATE**

* You’re detail-obsessed but practical — you know when to go deep and when to move
* You can explain tough topics (basis, §199A, depreciation methods) without jargon
* You thrive in busy seasons because your SOPs, checklists, and calendars are dialed in
* You enjoy coaching others and raising the quality bar
* You look for automation and small process wins that compound over time

**WHAT YOU’LL OWN**

**Tax Preparation & Review**

*Own the work that keeps clients calm and compliant.*

* Drive tax intake end-to-end: organizers, smart document requests, kickoff calls; map client TBs and prior-year returns to this year’s workplan
* Entity returns (1065/1120/1120-S): build and review K-1s, capital accounts, partner/shareholder basis and at-risk; evaluate §199A (QBI) eligibility and limitations; assess reasonable compensation for S-corp shareholder-employees
* Individual returns (1040): prepare clean Schedules A/B/C/D/E, Form 4797, 6252, passive activity loss and basis tracking, 1099-B reconciliations, wash sale checks; roll forward carryforwards (NOL, capital loss, AMT credits) and manage ES payments/safe harbors
* Multi-state & SALT: calculate apportionment, manage nexus updates, composite/non-resident returns, and PTE/SALT cap workaround elections where applicable
* Credits & elections: surface and document opportunities (R&D, 179/bonus choices, accounting method changes, late elections relief memos)
* Fixed assets & depreciation: maintain Form 4562 schedules, asset ledgers, and disposal/partial disposition rules; reconcile book vs. tax depreciation
* Quality & sign-off: build audit-ready workpapers with clear tick marks, review notes, and support; manage e-file submissions, acknowledgments, and extensions
* Notices & follow-through: draft concise responses to IRS/state notices, set reminders for follow-ups, and keep clients calm with clear options and timelines
* Calendar discipline: own busy-season checkpoints (intake → prep → review → client Q&A → e-file) and off-season planning (estimates, projections, method changes)

**Client Collaboration**

*Translate code into decisions.*

* Join standing calls, summarize impacts (cash, rate, timing), and deliver one-page takeaways leaders can act on
* Translate code citations into plain-English business decisions

**Workflow & Process**

*Build the systems that make the busy season survivable.*

* Standardize SOPs, checklists, and review gates
* Set up rules and automations in tax and accounting tools to reduce manual steps
* Capture wins in a living playbook

**Data Integrity**

*Leave a trail anyone can follow.*

* Keep folders organized, naming consistent, and documentation complete so any reviewer or auditor can follow your work quickly

**WHAT YOU’LL BRING**

* Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline
* 2+ years of U.S. tax experience preparing and reviewing 1040, 1065, 1120, 1120-S
* Strong command of U.S. federal and state tax rules; comfort with GAAP and IRS procedures
* Tax software proficiency: ProConnect, UltraTax, Drake, Lacerte, or similar
* Cloud-first toolkit: QuickBooks Online, Xero; strong Excel/Google Sheets skills (lookups, pivots)
* Confident written and spoken English; client-facing presence
* Time-zone alignment: Comfortable working US business hours

**Preferred (nice to have):**

* HNW 1040s (K-1s, Schedule C/E), multi-state, consolidated or international exposure (GILTI/FTC)
* Form 990 (nonprofits) and Form 1041 (Estates & Trusts) experience or familiarity

## **HOW WE WORK**

Quality: Close checklists, review notes, and documentation are part of every engagement

Security: Best practices for data privacy, MFA, and least-privilege access — always

Collaboration: Slack/Zoom standups, shared task boards, and predictable review cycles

## WHY CAS IS DIFFERENT

We're not a gig platform.  
We're not a freelance marketplace.  
We're not a short-term staffing agency.

At CAS, we invest in professionals who want to build long-term careers supporting U.S. accounting firms and businesses. We believe in creating meaningful opportunities—not just placements.

### Here's what you can expect when you join CAS:

* Competitive USD compensation based on your location, experience, technical expertise, and role
* 100% permanent remote work with long-term client opportunities
* Company-provided equipment, including a laptop, monitor(s), and essential accessories
* 15 days of paid time off annually, plus applicable local holidays
* Guaranteed annual salary increases based on your anniversary
* Referral rewards of up to USD $1,000
* Monthly CAS Flex Perks to support your remote work and well-being
* Structured Week 0 onboarding, training, and ongoing support throughout your journey
* Exposure to leading U.S. accounting firms across a wide range of industries
* A collaborative, documentation-first culture where your growth and success matter

At CAS, you're not just filling a role—you'll build a long-term career with a team that's invested in your success.

**CONTRACT & EXCLUSIVITY**

Full-time Independent Contractor opportunity open to candidates in the Philippines, Latin America, and South Africa. This role requires an exclusive full-time commitment. Candidates must not engage in other employment or freelance work that creates a conflict of interest or affects their ability to meet the expectations of the role. Conflict-of-interest checks may apply.

**APPLICATION PROCESS**

1. **Application & Prescreening**
2. **Technical Assessment**
3. **Profile and Pre-interview Preparation**
4. **Client Interview**
5. **Employment Offer and Onboarding**

**READY TO TAKE THE NEXT STEP?**

**Your next big career move starts here.**

[**https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/cas**](https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/cas**)

## Apply

[Apply on Cas](<https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/cas/ab3844bb-60c6-442e-8b66-295948f55541>)

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